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Twin Cities Irish Fest, the annual three-day outdoor celebration of all things Irish, will return to Saint Paul’s Harriet Island in 2026 from Friday, August 7 through Sunday, August 9, 2026. Irish Fest is recognized as one of the largest and most authentic Irish festivals nationwide.

Prepare to enjoy music, dance, comedy & more across multiple stages. Take a look at the headliners and entertainment that has been announced so far!

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Featured Entertainers

The High Kings Their unique blend of traditional Irish folk music and contemporary sensibilities is testament to their ongoing dedication to preserving and innovating Irish folk music for a new generation of listeners.

Friday

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Howley For more than a decade, brothers David Howley and Martin Howley helped redefine modern Irish folk as founding members of We Banjo 3, blending traditional Irish music with Americana and bluegrass to captivate audiences worldwide. Now they return with Howle For more than a decade, brothers David Howley and Martin Howley helped redefine modern Irish folk as founding members of We Banjo 3, blending traditional Irish music with Americana and bluegrass to captivate audiences worldwide. Now they return with Howle

FRIDAY AND SATURDAY

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Gaelic Storm It’s hard to imagine a band just coming into their own after 20 years of success, but that’s exactly what makes a true anomaly. Gaelic Storm, a multi-national, Celtic juggernaut grows stronger with each live performance.

SATURDAY

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BIIRD BIIRD is an electrifying 11-piece, all-female collective formed in 2024. Blending powerhouse musicianship with bold, modern energy, BIIRD puts a fresh edge on centuries-old traditions—proving Irish music continues to evolve while staying true to its roots

SATURDAY AND SUNDAY

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TopHouse TopHouse is an Americana‑folk/roots band originally formed in Missoula, Montana, and now based in Nashville, Tennessee. They’re known for blending folk, bluegrass, Celtic, pop, and rock influences into energetic, foot‑stomping live performances.

SUNDAY

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Chasing Abbey Known for blending cutting-edge electronic production with the spirit of traditional Irish music, Chasing Abbey have quickly become one of Ireland’s most exciting and dynamic acts. Get you dancing shoes ready for this one.
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SATURDAY

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SEO LINN Seo Linn is a dynamic Irish band from Galway known for blending traditional Irish music with modern pop and rock influences. The group gained international attention with their Irish-language cover of “Wake Me Up” by Avicii, which went viral online.

FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

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