Question 1

Where is the festival held?

Accepted Answer

The festival is held at Jones Park in downtown Appleton. The official address of the main entrance is 301 W Lawrence St, Appleton, WI.

Our Saturday 4:30pm Catholic Mass is held at St. Mary's 312 S State Street, just a few blocks from the fest.

Question 2

Can I leave the festival grounds and re-enter?

Accepted Answer

Yes - as long as you have a wristband, you may return on that same day without additional admission fees.  Just ask the volunteers at the gate for a wristband to allow re-entry.

Question 3

I'm interested in being a vendor.  What should I do?

Accepted Answer

That's great to hear! Please contact us at info@irishfestfoxcities.com and we'll share more information with you.

Question 4

May I bring a camera?

Accepted Answer

You are welcome to bring your own camera to Irish Fest - be sure to tag us in any photos that you post! @irishfestfoxcities

Question 5

Should I bring my own lawn chair?

Accepted Answer

To enjoy entertainment at our main stage comfortably, bringing your own lawn chairs & lawn blankets is encouraged.

Question 6

Can I bring my dog?

Accepted Answer

Pets are not allowed. Only service animals and service animals-in-training are allowed on the Festival grounds.

Question 7

What is not allowed within the festival grounds?

Accepted Answer

Please leave the following items at home:
Aerosol Cans
Alcohol 
Camelback Style Hydration Packs
Cans or Glass Bottles
Firearms
Fireworks
Gold Bars
Hula-Hoops
Illegal Drugs or Substances
Kites
Knives
Laser Pointers
Mean People
Pets (except approved Celtic Canines or official working service animals)
Picnic Baskets, any Outside Food
Selfie Sticks
Skateboards, Scooters, Bikes, or Skates
Wagons
Water Bottles

Folding chairs and blankets are allowed and encouraged. 
There is no seating provided outside of our Cultural tent.

Question 8

What if I lose my child?

Accepted Answer

Please find a volunteer or an authorized and uniformed festival or public official for assistance right away. Any lost children will be taken to the Wee Ones Children's Area while open (Saturday 11:30am - 12:30pm). When the Wee Ones Children's Area is closed, the child will be taken to and cared for at the Main Entrance.

Question 9

Do I need to purchase a ticket for children?

Accepted Answer

Children 14 and younger accompanied by an adult are FREE!

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