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What to Bring

The Irish Hooley Music Festival is held within the friendly confines of a City of Dubuque Park.
All City Of Dubuque Park System rules are enforced during our festival.
To ensure the best possible experience for all, please act responsibly, have a designated driver and observe the following:

  • No Alcohol Allowed to leave the Designated Festival Grounds
  • No Bikes, Skateboards, Scooters
  • No Boom Boxes, Noise Makers, Megaphones
  • No Carry-Ins (Coolers, Bottles, Cans, Food, etc.)
  • No Drugs
  • No Fireworks, Flammables, Explosives, Grills, etc.
  • No Obscene or Vulgar Clothing is Allowed
  • No Pets (Except Service Animals)
  • No Soliciting, Signs or Leafletting
  • No Smoking (Except in Designated Areas)
  • No Weapons
  • No Whining

Please Bring:
Hats, Jackets, Small Purses or Bags, Sunscreen, Small Umbrellas, Blankets, Smiles.

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Bands

Thrilled to announce the 2026 Irish Hooley Music Festival of Dubuque entertainment

Ballyheigue
Ballyheigue Meet the band: Ballyheigue is a six-piece Irish band specializing in traditional instrumental and vocal Irish songs. Comprised of family members Jim, Alison, and Emily Ott, with Carl Droessler, Rob McCullough and Seth Enz. They have played at various locations around the tri-state area.
Click Here :https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cWpahnyk_WI
The Lads

The Lads- Dubuque, Iowa

Meet The Lads: Back in 1998  The Lads  were born. It’s collection of local talent that enjoys celebrating their Irish and American roots. Featuring vocals, piano, guitar, whistles and the fiddle, The Lads play favorite Irish pub melodies, ballads and rebels songs. Should you stop down, be prepared to sing along with this group of Irish partiers because they believe the real joy of a Hooley is best realized when all are engaged and active. So bring your thirst for fun and be prepared to raise your voices and bevies to all that is great about being an Irish American! 

Gould and Jaeger- Delafield, Wisconsin

Gould and Jaeger- Delafield, Wisconsin- Dubuque, Iowa

Ian Gould and Lukas Jaeger, a dynamic new duo, mesmerize audiences with their mastery of guitar, violin, ukulele, mandolin, banjo, harmonicas, and vocals. Their performances are infused with an electrifying energy that captivates listeners from the first chord to the final note, delivering a sound that is both vibrant and unforgettable. With their diverse instrumental skills and infectious enthusiasm, Gould and Jaeger are making a significant impact on the music scene!

Facebook Link:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php/?id=61565458448514

Click Here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYFFjyww1wdKfGkVuDuVuHw

Dance

McNulty School of Irish Dance

Featuring the McNulty School of Irish Dance.
Barbara McNulty T.C.R.G.
Emily McCullough
McNulty School of Irish Dance Teachers

4222 N. Arlington Heights Rd.
Arlington Heights, Illinois
Call: (224) 639-8644

Future Dates

Hooley donation with be presented to Research For the Kids at their ride on Sept. 21st 2019.

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☘️ ☘️ Pick up tickets in advance starting June 1st for $20 at the following locations
Family Beer and Liquor
Premier Bank Locations
Happy's place
Shamrock Imports
Click Here to book Tickets Online ☘️ ☘️