Milwaukee Irish Fest wins awards
Published Nov. 19, 2012
Milwaukee Irish Fest has received three awards from the International Festivals & Events Association (IFEA).
Published Nov. 19, 2012
Milwaukee Irish Fest has received three awards from the International Festivals & Events Association (IFEA).
Published Aug. 16, 2012
Since 1997, Gaelic Storm has been one of Milwaukee Irish Fest's biggest draws. Every year on Friday, Sunday and Saturday evenings the Miller Lite Oasis plays host to the biggest, loudest, most Irish party in town. Songwriter and lead vocalist Steve Twigger sits down with OnMilwaukee to explain what all the rumpus is about.
Published Aug. 14, 2012
In November 2010, Milwaukee's legendary Irish folk band Blarney lost beloved lead singer Chuck Ward to mucosal melanoma. Now, a year later, Kevin Stapleton and Dennis Murphy embrace the reality of being a duo with typical Irish practicality.
Published June 2, 2012
There are tons of festivals in the Milwaukee summer and kids are welcome at most of them. But how do you navigate the Big Gig, State Fair, the ethnic festivals and all the rest without overdoing it for yourself or your tots? Here are a few suggestions.
Published Aug. 17, 2011
Milwaukee County Transit System is offering "Straight to the Gate" service for Irish Fest to offer safe travels to attendees.
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Irish Fest is Milwaukee's best festival. Of course I am biased as I've always had an unnatural affinity for the 25% of me that hails from the Green Isle and a regret at never becoming one of those cute Irish dancing girls.Unfortunately I've only made it to Irish Fest twice in the eight years I ha...