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Welcome to the Irish Fair of Minnesota, August 9 - 11, 2013! - FREE!

The Irish Fair of Minnesota, the nation’s largest free celebration of Irish culture will take place Friday, August 9 - Sunday, August 11. The unique once a year celebration offers attendees an opportunity to celebrate authentic Irish Heritage through a multitude of activities. 

Upcoming Events

Celtic Boat Cruise – July 11th
Kick Off Party – August 8th

Attractions

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Terrific dancers perform intricate steps and routines in the Dance Tent. Also, you can join in with experienced members of the community enjoying traditional setdancing and ceile (Kay-lee) dancing which are taught for free!

Children can participate in craft activities and races or listen to storytellers and singers in the Irish Indeed! Children’s Area.

Learn a little more about Irish heritage in the Cultural Area. Athletic? Check out our sports area. Dog lover? Stroll over to the Native Dogs of Ireland .

When you need a break from all those free activities, you can visit the artisans, vendors and exhibitors in the Marketplace or stop by the food booths to try some traditional Irish food.

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Irish Fair Merchandise - CDs make great stocking stuffers!

 

Headliners

Gaelic Storm
The Tossers
Full Set
The Bellfast Cowboys
Screaming Orphans
Wild Colonial Bhoys
Boiled in Lead
Katie McMahon
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Attractions

Terrific dancers perform intricate steps and routines in the Dance Tent. Also, you can join in with experienced members of the community enjoying traditional setdancing and...

For Volunteers

 Congratulations to all our Annual Volunteer Awards Winners! Turf Cutter (Volunteer of the Year) - Robert Bertrand "Bulldog"
Rookie of theYear - Brian Thomas May
Weekend Warrior - Mike Drake
Cu Chulainn - Jane Gillespie Special Mentions and many thanks to the following...

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MARKETPLACE Vendors: Registration is now open for 2013. All questions regarding our marketplace booths should be directed to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .  You can fill Marketplace...

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Congratulations to all our Annual Volunteer Awards Winners!

Turf Cutter (Volunteer of the Year) - Robert Bertrand "Bulldog"
Rookie of theYear - Brian Thomas May
Weekend Warrior - Mike Drake
Cu Chulainn - Jane Gillespie

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