35 Years of Tradition. A Future Worth Protecting.

For 35+ years, the Pittsburgh Irish Festival has been a celebration of culture, community, and connection. From world-class Irish music and dance to cultural education, family traditions, and unforgettable shared experiences, the Festival has become a beloved part of Pittsburgh's cultural landscape.

Now, we're asking for your help to protect its future.

After navigating severe flooding in 2018, the COVID-19 pandemic, the significant costs of relocating the Festival twice, increasing operational expenses, declining funding opportunities, and devastating weather during our 2026 event, our organization faces a substantial financial challenge.

Our goal is to raise $200,000 to help stabilize the organization, address outstanding Festival obligations, and build a stronger foundation for the future.

While the annual Festival is our largest event, our mission continues throughout the year through BRIGID, the Celtic Fire Festival Series, Celtic Rock Christmas, educational initiatives, and other cultural programming.

We remain committed to sharing Irish culture with our community, and we believe that with your support, the best chapters of the Pittsburgh Irish Festival are still ahead.

Your Support Makes a Difference

Every donation helps us move closer to our goal. Whether you contribute $35 in honor of our 35th anniversary, make a larger gift, or become a Legacy Donor, you are helping preserve an important cultural tradition.

You can also help by attending our upcoming events, participating in our raffles, hosting a fundraiser, becoming a sponsor, or sharing this campaign with your community.

Together, we can keep the tradition alive for generations to come.

The Irish Partnership of Pittsburgh, doing business as the Pittsburgh Irish Festival, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Charitable donations are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.

Legacy Donors - $10,000+

Naming recognition for a designated Festival area, subject to availability and a written agreement.
Two lifetime general admission passes to the annual Festival and ALL Irish Partnership produced events.
Permanent recognition on a dedicated Legacy Donor webpage.
Special recognition in Festival materials and on-site signage.
Optional anonymous giving.

Keep the Tradition Alive

Save the Pittsburgh Irish Festival

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