"History is the memory of the human race. Just as a person with amnesia would have no sense of who they are as a human being, the person who knows nothing of the past is cut off from their identity and has no idea why things are as they are. When we learn history, we PARTICIPATE in that memory , and we see ourselves as part of the story of the humans, the biggest story of them all."
-Joseph Miller
Manhattan Irish Fest
March 2nd & 3rd, 2018
Manhattan, Illinois U.S.A.
Please -- No trespassing on Metra property -- Use approved crossings only.
Admission to any part of the Fest only requires a button.
Find out where to get them below!
Venue Map
Tent closes at 11:00pm on Friday
Tent closes at 10:00pm on Saturday
PARADE
Become the next Queen or King of Manhattan Irish Fest
ENTERTAINMENT
Join us Friday Night and all day Saturday for the best in Irish Musical Entertainment!
RUGBY
Click on picture for link
CRAFT FAIR
5K Run starts the Parade
Get after it early with the 5K Run starting immediately before the parade
RAFFLE
A great opportunity to learn more about Irish Culture at
The Manhattan Historical Society and Library
Take a chance and win a trip to Ireland! Pick up your tickets at Manhattan Fire Station #81
MIKE McHUGH SCHOLARSHIP
CULTURE
5K Map
LINE UP
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Shamrocks & Morrigans Battle Against Invading Hordes at Manhattan Central Park
Make sure you are in town by 10:15 to secure your viewing spot for the Manhattan Irish Fest Parade
FAMILY FUN
A plethora of items are available to help decorate your home for St. Patrick's Day or any day
At Manhattan Park District Program Center
Hours of fun with games & prizes, dancing & more