North Texas Irish Festival at Fair Park

Start: Friday, March 6, 2026 6:00PM
End: Sunday, March 8, 2026 7:30PM

The North Texas Irish Festival returns to Dallas’ historic Fair Park March 6–8, 2026, celebrating Celtic music, culture and family fun across multiple indoor and outdoor stages. Festival hours are Friday 6–11 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.–10 p.m., and Sunday 11 a.m.–7:30 p.m.

Live performances from artists including Beyond The Pale, Celtic Standard Time, Jiggernaut, Slugger’s Rule, Vulcan Eejits, Emerald Accent and North Texas Caledonian Pipes and Drums bring the spirit of the Emerald Isle to North Texas. Guests can enjoy Irish step dancing, storytelling, horse and sheepherding demonstrations, Gaelic football exhibitions and a dedicated children’s area with crafts and cultural activities.

Saturday morning begins with the North Texas Irish Festival Fun Run 5K, open to runners and walkers of all ages. Food and beverages are available throughout the park (no coupons required), and pets on short leashes are welcome.

Admission is free Friday 6–7 p.m.; $20 after 7 p.m.; $30 for adults Saturday or Sunday; $10 for children 6–11; free for children under 6. Seniors 65+ and current military receive $5 off at the gate. More information and tickets are available at www.NTIF.org.