Irish eyes will be smiling over Iowa – and they don’t even have to wait for the next St. Patrick’s Day! That’s because Waterloo, the best Irish town in the state, plays host to the largest Irish festival in Iowa every August. Iowa Irish Fest is a multi-day event, taking place in early August every year, and it will take over a large part of the city, as the whole place is draped in Irish pride. You’ll be able to experience Irish music, Irish food, and Irish drink as only Waterloo can do it. The entire thing is larger than life, and we can’t wait to see what the festival has planned for the latest year’s event!

Everyone's a little bit Irish in Waterloo when Iowa Irish Fest comes to town, and this year's festival looks fantastic.
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The streets of Waterloo will be filled with vendors, music, and family-friendly activities for kids to enjoy.
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Local vendors, both of Irish-linked products and the kind of products that are perfect for a huge street party, will be on hand with free samples and larger options for sale.
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If you're feeling brave, try an Irish whiskey flight - it'll definitely put some pep in your step!
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Some people love to test themselves physically at this festival - with an impressive bike rally! Sign up on-site.
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One of the biggest highlights of the festival is always the live music lineup, which leans heavily toward Irish rock. Some of this year's bands include The Black Donnellys and The Dublin City Ramblers.
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Many of Waterloo's best restaurants will have special meals on offer for the festival.
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Of course, it helps that Waterloo is home to one of Iowa's best Irish pubs, Jameson's Public House, so the Irish spirit can keep going long after the festival!
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Have you attended Iowa Irish Fest in past years? Tell us about your visit to this epic Irish festival in Iowa in the comments section! You can find out all the details about this year’s vendors, musical acts, and food options by visiting the Iowa Irish Fest website and the Iowa Irish Fest Facebook page. Of course, the fun doesn’t have to end when the festival does, so make sure you’ve read our past coverage of Waterloo’s most authentic Irish pub.

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