April 24th-25th, 2027

Evergreen Park, Carbondale

  

Southern Illinois Irish Festival

Celebrating the rich beauty of heritage and culture through the magic of Irish music and dance.

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Live music at the Southern Illinois Irish Festival

Live Performances

Beer Filled Mug on Table

Specialty Food & Drink

Cultural workshops at the Southern Illinois Irish Festival

Cultural Workshops

Friends and Family at the Southern Illinois Irish Festival

Family-Friendly Activities

What to Expect

The Southern Illinois Irish Festival is a free community event celebrating the beauty and heritage of Irish music and Celtic culture with a combination of regional and local performers offering music, dance, and authentic experiences for everyone.

1500+
Attendance
20+
Performers
Live entertainment at the Southern Illinois Irish Festival

Experience the Magic of the Southern Illinois Irish Festival

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Irish Dancers at the Southern Illinois Irish Festival
Our Mission

The mission of the Southern Illinois Irish Festival is to ignite an appreciation of all heritages and cultures, throughout Southern Illinois and Beyond.
The goal of the festival is to unite the community, through food, music and dance, with an appreciation for shared heritage and the importance of history.

THANK YOU TO OUR EVENT SPONSORS!

The City of Carbondale
Carbondale Park District
F-W-S COUNTERTOPS

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