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Full Day of Irish Spirit at Shamrock Hills

Get ready for a full day of Irish spirit at Shamrock Hills Vineyard and Winery. The 3rd Annual Irish Festival will feature live music, traditional Irish dance, local food, Shamrock Hills wine, vendors, and a festive outdoor atmosphere perfect for gathering with friends and family. Bring your lawn chairs, settle in on the hillside, and enjoy a one-day celebration filled with music headlined by The Elders, a friendly community, and plenty of Irish fun!
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Giving BAck

Celebrating Community and Culture Together

This year, we’re proud to partner with a nonprofit that creates activity backpacks for children facing long-term illnesses at Children’s Mercy. These special backpacks help provide entertainment, comfort, and a little extra joy during what can be long and difficult days for children and their families. Proceeds from this year’s Irish Festival will help support this important work.

A Passionate Tribute to Ireland's Heritage

Join us in the breathtaking hills of Excelsior Springs for a day filled with joy, laughter, and the vibrant spirit of Ireland. Experience our commitment to community and culture in every aspect of the festival.
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Festival Highlights and Features

Delicious Food and Drinks

Come hungry and ready to enjoy a great lineup of food and drink options throughout the festival. McPappy’s Food Truck and Casa Vida Mexican Food Truck will be serving up festival favorites, while Restless Spirits and the Jameson Tent will bring even more Irish-inspired flavor to the day. Pair it all with Shamrock Hills wine and settle in for a full day of music, food, drinks, and fun in the vineyard.
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Craft Vendors and Face Painting

Festival guests can also browse a selection of craft vendors throughout the day, including handcrafted woodworking from David Coursey and natural, plant-based goods from The Crescent Apothecary. Families can also enjoy face painting from Body Art and Design by Sarah, adding even more color and fun to the festival atmosphere.

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Entertainment Lineup

The Elders

Kansas City’s beloved Celtic rock band, The Elders bring high-energy music, heartfelt storytelling, and an unforgettable festival finale to the Shamrock Hills stage.

Eddie Delahunt

A Kansas City Irish music favorite, Eddie Delahunt brings warm vocals, classic Irish songs, and an inviting spirit that makes every performance feel personal.

Into the Sun

Into the Sun will bring lively music and feel-good energy to the vineyard, helping set the tone for a full day of Irish festival fun.

Stolen Apples Band

The Stolen Apples add a spirited sound to the lineup with music that keeps the celebration moving and the Irish spirit alive.

Amadán

Amadán brings the lively spirit of traditional Irish music to the festival with an energetic instrumental performance full of skill, Celtic charm, and a little well-orchestrated chaos.

O’Riada Manning Academy of Irish Dance

The talented dancers of O’Riada Manning Academy of Irish Dance will showcase the beauty, precision, and excitement of traditional Irish dance.

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Frequently asked questions

The Irish Festival will be held at Shamrock Hills Vineyard & Winery, located at:

12300 Shoemaker Road
Excelsior Springs, MO

We are just 35 minutes from the north side of Kansas City.

The festival is Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 12–7 p.m. Gates open at 11 a.m

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Your ticket includes admission to the Irish Festival and winery patio areas. Food, beverages, tastings, and vendor purchases are additional.

Yes. Guests will receive a wristband when they enter, allowing them to come and go throughout the festival.

No. The festival will take place rain or shine. Tickets are only refundable if an official state emergency requires the festival to be canceled.

The festival will happen rain or shine, so guests should come prepared for all weather conditions. If severe weather occurs, guests will be directed to the cabin and barns for shelter.

Yes. Kids of all ages are welcome, and children 10 and under get in free.

 

Yes. Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a leash.

No. Outside coolers are not allowed.

No outside food or beverages are allowed. The only exception is small snacks carried in a clear, lunch-box-sized bag.

Yes, and we highly recommend it. Seating is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Guests are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket, stake out a spot, and enjoy the vendors, music, and activities.

A limited number of chairs will be available for guests who forget to bring one.

Yes. McPappy’s will be serving burgers, chicken sandwiches, and Reubens. Casa Vida will be serving fresh Mexican food.

The winery tasting room will also have food available from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Wine, beer, distilled beverages, soda, and water will be available. Alcoholic beverages are for guests 21 and older.

Yes. Live music will be featured from 12–7 p.m.

Yes. A variety of craft vendors will be at the festival, along with a face painter.

No. The tasting room will be open during special festival hours, and no festival ticket is needed to visit the tasting room.

A festival ticket is required for the patio areas off the tasting room and the amphitheater grounds.

Yes. Free parking is available at the winery.

The festival takes place primarily outdoors on winery grounds, so guests should be prepared for grass, gravel, and uneven surfaces.

A handicap area will be available at the top of the hill near the festival entrance.

Guests are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and plenty of Irish spirit.

Sláinte!
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