It takes place during the first weekend of August, attracting over 100,000 visitors to eight entertainment stages on 29 acres (120,000 m2) in and beyond Coffman Park.

The event, produced and supported by the City of Dublin, is the largest 3-day Irish Festival on the planet.

Children will have access to the Pot O'Gold Playland, a game area with inflatable rides, Gaelic games, and a climbing wall.Dublin Irish Festival 5K and Kids Fun Run/WalkEvery year the Irish Festival has a 5K in which the contestants wear green.

Cultural ActivitiesThe Cultural Activities will allow participants to visit the past as they learn to play ancient Irish musical instruments, discover information about Irish history and traditions, and view demonstrations on ancient ways of life.Beverage TastingEach year there is a beverage tasting for adults.

Celtic CaninesThe Irish Festival features an area presenting multiple dog breeds originating from Ireland.

The games are a tribute to the ancient tradition when warring clans would battle with each other to prove their strength and agility.

A bagpipes showcase will also be available for viewing.Gathering of RedheadsRedheads will have the opportunity to be a part of the Midwest's Largest Gathering of Redheads.

The Festival received gold in Best New Single Sponsor Program, Best TV Promotion Ad Spot and Best Merchandise.

Also the Festival took bronze in Best Individual Sponsorship Program and Best Single Magazine Display Ad.