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Irish Fest 2026 Sponsorship Invitation
Dear Friend & Neighbor,
Chicago Gaelic Park is excited to invite you to one of Chicagoland’s biggest and most beloved celebrations—Irish Fest 2026, taking place August 21–23 at Chicago Gaelic Park!
Each year, thanks to generous supporters like you, Irish Fest brings our heritage to life through a weekend filled with live music, comedy, dancing, great food and drink, and family fun. With your help, our 2025 Fest welcomed more than 15,000 visitors in just three days.
This year’s festival will feature:
- Three music stages with talent from Ireland and the U.S.
- A Cultural & Heritage Stage with world‑class Irish dancing and performances
- An expanded Children’s Area
- A new Irish Folk Park, where families can experience old‑fashioned Irish living
We offer a variety of sponsorship opportunities, including stages, bands, activity areas, and family attractions. All sponsorship packages are customized to fit your needs and include marketing, media exposure, festival tickets, and plenty of fun.
All donations are tax‑deductible and help us pass Irish traditions to the next generation.
To become a sponsor, please click the "Buy Tickets" option above and select your sponsorship package by July 1, 2026. You may also contact us directly so we can answer any questions or create a sponsorship package tailored to your interests.
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Sponsor the Fun
Festival Sponsor —$25,000
Support the heart of the Fest and showcase your love for Irish culture. Includes:
- Naming rights: “Chicago Gaelic Park Irish Fest sponsored by (your company or family)”
- Your name and logo on banners at all stages throughout the 3‑day event
- VIP tent for use by sponsor and guests
- VIP seating at each music tent 100 festival tickets
- Festival Sponsor Media Package: website, brochure & social media recognition
Platinum Sponsor— $5,000
Support musical, dancing, and comedic talent from Ireland and the USA. Includes:
- Your name and logo on a 12' x 3' banner at the stage or location of your choice
- Recognition at three music stages and the Cultural & Heritage Stage
- Premier Beer Garden visibility
- 50 festival tickets
- Platinum Media Package: website, brochure & social media recognition
Gold Sponsor —$2,500
Sponsor a stage or activity area. Includes:
- Your name or business logo on a 10' x 3' banner at your sponsored space
- Access to sponsor areas such as the Folk Park, Children’s Entertainment Area & Tent, and South Beer Tent
- 25 festival tickets
- Gold Media Package: website, brochure & social media recognition
Silver Sponsor —$1,500
Sponsor an Irish tradition. Includes:
- Business name and logo on 8' x 4' banners at your sponsored area (Tea Room, Performing Arts Room, Pop/Water Tent, Patio Beer Gathering Area)
- 15 festival tickets
- Silver Media Package: brochure & social media recognition
Bronze Sponsor —$1,000
Your sponsorship will be featured throughout the Fest. Includes:
- Signage at the entrance and throughout the festival
- Business name and logo on 8' x 4' banners
- 10 festival tickets
- Bronze Media Package: brochure & social media recognition
Friends of Gaelic Park
- $100 — Individuals & Families
- $250 — Business Friends of Gaelic Park
Includes: Name on our Thank You banners and social media.
Thanks for being part of the Gaelic Park family!
Questions?
Mary Ryan Norwell – Sponsorship Chair
312.771.6701 | irishfestsponsors@gmail.com
Chicago Gaelic Park Office
708.687.9323 | irishfest@ChicagoGaelicPark.org
Slainte!
Michael Cooke Festival Chair