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Festival Attractions

Great food, authentic Irish beer on tap, handcrafted goods, family fun, and more! Raise a pint at our mobile thatched-roof pub, test your aim with mobile axe-throwing, and enjoy a festival experience like no other!

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Food Trucks!

Delicious food is part of the festival experience! From authentic Irish dishes to classic festival eats, you’ll find plenty of options to satisfy your cravings as you explore the celebration.

A cheerful bearded man wearing a black cap and t-shirt excitedly presents a loaded dish from a food truck. The background features a stainless steel kitchen setup, with bottles and cooking equipment visible. His enthusiastic expression and outstretched arms highlight the welcoming and energetic vibe of the food service.
A smiling woman in a festive Irish-themed shirt stands behind a table at an outdoor event, possibly the Smithville Irish Festival. The table is stocked with green souvenir cups, cash trays, and drink tokens. Behind her, a Guinness beer trailer and several attendees, including a man in a cap and jacket, add to the lively festival atmosphere under a tent.
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Enjoy A Pint!

For guests 21 and older, we’ll be serving authentic stouts, ales, and lagers on tap from some of Ireland’s most beloved and renowned breweries.

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The Thatch Pub!

Raise a glass in a truly unique setting! Our thatched-roof pub offers an intimate gathering space where you can unwind, enjoy a drink, and soak in the festival atmosphere.

A charming mobile Irish pub, **The Thatch Pub**, featuring a traditional white stone exterior with a thatched roof and red accents. Set up in a driveway with lush greenery and Irish and American flags waving nearby, this bookable pub offers an authentic Irish experience. Two green pedestal tables flank the entrance, adding to the inviting atmosphere.
A lively outdoor marketplace at the Smithville Irish Festival, where attendees browse vendor tents filled with Irish-themed merchandise, including clothing, hats, and flags. People in warm jackets and flannel shirts engage in conversation and shopping under a bright sky, enjoying the festive atmosphere.
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Craft Vendors

Discover a marketplace filled with unique, handcrafted goods from talented artisans. From Celtic-inspired creations to festival favorites, find the perfect treasure to take home!

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Kids' Activities

Plenty of fun for the whole family! Kids can enjoy games, crafts, and interactive activities designed just for them, making the festival a great experience for all ages.

A colorful vintage-style train at the **Smithville Railroad Co.** carries passengers through the festival grounds. The bright red and blue locomotive, adorned with an American flag, chugs along a track lined with cobblestone. Riders, including children and adults, enjoy the ride while the conductor, wearing sunglasses, guides the train past rustic buildings and festive decorations.
A lively **bagpipe and drum band** dressed in traditional green and tartan kilts poses at the **Smithville Irish Festival**. The group, holding various percussion and wind instruments, stands proudly in front of a stage, with large decorated bass drums featuring American and Irish flags. Their energetic presence and coordinated attire capture the festive Irish spirit.
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Live Music!

Our festival features an incredible lineup of live music across two stages, from the soul-stirring sounds of traditional Irish tunes to the energy of Celtic rock.

 

Bagpipers, dancers, and special performances throughout the grounds ensure the music never stops!

An axe embedded in the bullseye of a wooden target at an axe-throwing range. The target shows signs of repeated use, with deep marks and splinters surrounding the impact area. The worn leather-wrapped handle of the axe adds a rugged touch, emphasizing the thrill and precision of the sport.
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Axe Throwing!

Shore Axes returns for a second straight year, bringing the thrill of axe throwing to the Smithville Irish Festival! Step up, take your shot, and see if you can hit the bullseye!

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