Above / A casual gathering of musicians playing traditional Irish music on their traditional Irish instruments is set to warm hearts at Quigley’s Irish Pub. Fiddle away some time with live reels, hornpipes, slip jigs and many favorite Irish tunes.
Save the date! The Third Annual Naperville Irish Fest is set for a new month in a different park on Fri., Sept. 22, and Sat., Sept. 23. This year’s event will spread out throughout Central Park, located at 104 E. Benton Avenue and all along Court Place in downtown Naperville.
Meanwhile, members of the West Suburban Irish have planned a busy month leading up to Irish Fest.
Irish Session / Wed., Aug. 16
West Suburban Irish will host another Irish Session from 7:30PM to 9:30PM on Wed., Aug. 16, 2023, at Quigley’s Irish Pub, 43 E. Jefferson Avenue in downtown Naperville.
WSI Pub Crawl / Thurs., Aug. 17
August General Membership Meeting / Mon., Aug. 21
2023 Irish Fest / Sept. 22 & 23 in Central Park
The Third Annual Naperville Irish Fest, a two-day family-friendly festival, is set to begin at 3PM on Fri., Sept. 22, 2023. Organizers say “the fun continues Friday until 10PM and begins again at noon on Sat., Sept. 23, until 10PM.”
This year’s festival will be held in Central Park, “just steps behind Quigley’s Irish Pub.”
When it comes to Irish sports, watch for hurling and football demo’s. Learn the basics of one of the world’s ancient sports. All ages and abilities will be welcomed to give it a try.
Leprechaun Landing at Irish Fest
Young festival-goers will discover an array of delightful children’s activities that promise endless smiles and laughter. Delightful children’s activities from face painting to exciting games, there’s something for every little adventurer.
Finnegan’s Fare Eats and Drinks at Irish Fest
No Irish Fest would be complete without savoring the delicious flavors of Irish cuisine. The selection of traditional Irish dishes will be reminiscent of the cozy kitchens of Ireland.
The Irish Village will provide opportunities to explore a variety of Irish offerings. Meet an Irish author, learn about Irish Community Services, sample award-winning Irish soda bread, view authentic Irish jewelry and gifts and inhale the heady scent of homemade soaps. The marketplace will provide a sampling of Irish items that just might inspire visitors to book a trip to the Emerald Isle.
For the complete schedule of entertainment, visit the Irish Fest on the West Suburban Irish website at wsirish.org.
