Ireland on Parade

Ireland on Parade is an exhibition of the music and dance of Ireland that takes place at Gaelic Park annually over a 10-day period in March leading up to St. Patrick’s Day.

Multi-generational tradition

Gaelic Park is proud to host this multi-generational tradition, which was started by the late Martin Fahey in 1967. Various Irish step dancing schools from the entire Chicagoland area are featured each evening of Ireland on Parade. Musical entertainment is provided by the Irish Musicians of Chicago, an organization which consists of local artists who are dedicated to the perpetuation of traditional Irish music.