St. Patrick Day Fest at Irish American Heritage Center

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with two days of Irish music, dance, food and drink during the annual  St. Patrick’s Day Fest at the Irish American Heritage Center in the Mayfair neighborhood on March 14 and 15, 2026.

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The Irish American Heritage Center hosts the biggest St. Pat’s Day party in the city with authentic Irish musicians, dance troupes, kids’ activities, Irish gift vendors, food and drink in a fun-filled Erin extravaganza.

This family-friendly event presents non-stop activities after the excitement of viewing Chicago’s three St. Patrick’s parades. Whether you see the legendary St. Patrick’s Day Parade downtown, the Northwestside Irish St. Patrick’s Day Parade or the Southside Irish Parade, head to the center for more Celtic festivities.

Admission costs from $15-$30 for Saturday and Sunday events.  Children under 12 receive free admission. A special $60 four-day pass includes Saturday and Sunday Festivals, Monday night in the Fifth Province Pub and Tuesday St. Pat’s Day Celebration. The pass is only available online with purchase by March 13.

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The sprawling center also features a library, art gallery and museum that will be open during the fest and the library will host a used book sale. The St. Patrick’s Day  Fest runs from 12:30-11 pm on March 14 and from 1-10 pm on March 15.  Check out the schedule below.

SATURDAY, MARCH 14

2:30 – 1:00 PM — Chicago Irish Singers

1:00 – 2:00 PM — Mullane Godley Irish Dance

1:00 – 4:00 PM — Joyce Boys

2:30 – 3:15 PM — Wiggleworms (Kids Entertainment – Erin Room)

3:00 – 4:00 PM — Trinity Irish Dance

3:30 – 4:15 PM — Wiggleworms (Kids Entertainment – Erin Room)

4:00 – 5:00 PM — Hogan Irish Dance

4:30 – 7:30 PM — Without U2

9:00 – 11:00 PM — Whiskey Mick

SUNDAY, MARCH 15

1:00 – 3:00 PM — Gleeson Trio

2:00 – 3:00 PM — Trinity Irish Dance

3:00 – 4:00 PM — Chicago Irish Dance School

4:00 – 5:00 PM — Saol Irish Dance

4:00 – 6:00 PM — One For The Ditch

5:00 – 6:00 PM — Trinity Irish Dance

7:00 – 10:00 PM — TBA

St. Patrick’s Day Fest

Irish American Heritage Center, 4626 N. Knox

March 14 and March 15, 2026

$15-$30

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