Annapolis Irish Festival

SATURDAY, May 6, 2023, 11am – 10pm
Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds, 1450 General’s Highway, Crownsville, MD

We are excited to announce a new date for the Annapolis Irish Festival!

More info on bands and prices coming soon, so check back often!

Admission includes entrance and free parking to the event. This is a family friendly event, with lots of great music, activities, and good food and drink!

Children under 12 are free but will still need a Children’s ticket.

Tickets are non-refundable. NO PETS ALLOWED!

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TICKETS

Options	Pricing
VIP (Includes Beer & Wine, Lite Fare/Snacks, VIP Parking, Private Bathrooms and more!)	$TBD
General Admission	$TBD
Military/Senior	$TBD
Children 12 and under (ticket required)	Free

2023 Tickets Available Soon!

2022 Schedule of Events

Things to Do	Time
Festival Doors Open	11:00am
Check out our flip boxes below for more activities
Cricket	11:00am – Dusk, Lower hill
Odyssey Mission Escape Room	11:00am – close, Lower hill
Enclosed Axe Throwing	11:00am – close, Lower hill
Opening Ceremonies to include Irish Dancers and Caledonian Pipes & Drums	11:15am – Main Stage
Hold Fast	12:00pm – Main Stage
Poehemia	1:00pm – Acoustic Stage
Red Head Contest	1:00pm – Main Stage
Dublin 5	1:30pm – Main Stage
Hold Fast	2:30pm – Acoustic Stage
Bastard Bearded Irishmen	3:00pm – Main Stage
Dublin 5	4:00pm – Acoustic Stage
Barley Juice	4:30pm – Main Stage
Bastard Bearded Irishmen	5:30pm – Acoustic Stage
Best Leg… Men in Kilts Contest	5:30pm – Main Stage
Scythian	6:00pm – Main Stage
Barley Juice	7:30pm – Acoustic Stage
Gaelic Storm	8:00pm – Main Stage
Festival ends. Drive safely!	10:00pm

*Schedule subject to change. Sign up for competitions at the ABC Events Tent

2022 Entertainment

Beer

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Beer List!

Shopping

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Contests

Best Legs in a Kilt
Best Red Head
and More!
(Register at the ABC Events Tent)

Activities

Axe Throwing
Escape Room
Hands on Cricket
Irish Wolfhounds
Kids Zone
Stay tuned for more!

Other Food Items

Other food varieties include:

Nothing Bundt Cakes
Kathy's Mini Donuts
Philly Pretzel Factory
Cup O Dough
Sweet Satisfaction
Greer's Kettle Corn
Green Island Bakery
Stay tuned for more!

2022 Food Vendors

Green Valley
Lisa’s Luncheonette
Hot and Fresh Grill

UR Burger
Killarney House
Renzis Wood Fire Pizza

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much do tickets cost and where can I purchase them?

General admission is $TBD and kids under 12 are free with ticket and paying adult. VIP, Military & Senior tickets are also available. We suggest that tickets be purchased online. Don’t get left out. Get your tickets early!

Does admission include "all-you-can-drink"?

No, admission does not include beverages.

Is there food available?

Food vendors will be in operation at the Annapolis Irish Festival. General Admission does not include food.

Is there a dress code or prohibited attire?

Profanity or obscene gestures/references on any part of visible clothing/jackets/hats etc is not allowed. Attendee will be asked to remove items and/or refused admittance. Refunds will not be given.

Are pets allowed?

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the county fairgrounds.

Are coolers or outside food allowed?

No, but there are lots of great food vendors to choose from.

Are chairs or pop-up tents allowed?

Pop-up tents are not allowed. Camping and low beach chairs may be set up in the lawn area, but there is plenty of seating around the festival.

Are tickets refundable?

No, all ticket sales are final and non-refundable.

What is the Cancellation Policy in case of inclement weather?

The Annapolis Irish Festival operates rain or shine, so no refunds will be available for inclement weather.

Is the festival handicap accessible?

The fairground is accessible for wheelchairs but is not encouraged due to the terrain.

Where is the festival located?

The festival is located at Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds.

1450 Generals Hwy, Crownsville, MD 21032

Less thank 5 miles north of the Annapolis Mall on Rt. 178.

Please use the main entrance on General’s Hwy and follow directions from law enforcement and parking volunteers.

Can you recommend transportation?

Transportation options are available from Annapolis Taxi Service – (443) 995-1400

Can you recommend any hotels in the area?

Yes! There are discount rooms available for our customers at Country Inn and Suites by Radisson. Simply go to radissonhotelsamericas.com/countryinn, put in Annapolis for destination and use the Promotional Code = ABC22.