The Great Irish Fair of New York

09/18/2026

We love The Thatch Pub! Always makes for a great visit for our fair, can’t wait to have you back next year!

09/18/2026

Thank YOU The Canny Brothers Band!

We want to give a big thanks to all who attended the Great Irish Fair of New York yesterday. Thank you to all the organizers, volunteers and workers, Sean Ruane, Fred Police and his amazing sound crew, Kevin Conlon and the whole Cottingham Clan. So much fun and we get to do it all again next week in Milford Connecticut. See you there!!

09/18/2026

An honor to present the Woman of the Year, Kathleen Slattery award to Lauren McCormack of Futures in Education

09/15/2026

Our Chief Brehon!

09/13/2026

☘️ What a time at the 45th Annual Great Irish Fair of New York yesterday! 🇮🇪

We are so thankful to our incredible committee, honorees, volunteers, performers, vendors, sponsors, and everyone who came out to celebrate with us. Your support, energy, and Irish spirit made this year’s fair one to remember!

A heartfelt thank you to all of our honorees and committee members for everything you do to make this wonderful tradition possible. ❤️💚

We’re already looking forward to next year! Sláinte! ☘️🇮🇪

09/13/2026

Always an amazing performance from O'Malley Irish Dance Academy

09/13/2026

What a beautiful day for a fair! Thank you to Bishop Brennan for your ongoing leadership and support and to our dancers from O'Malley Irish Dance Academy!

Our dancers with Bishop Brennan at The Great Irish Fair of New York

09/06/2026

The Great Irish Fair of New York is proud to honor James McLaughlin, MD, FACC, Chairman of Cardiology at Garnet Health Medical Center, as the 2026 recipient of the Chief Brehon Award. ☘️

James McLaughlin, MD, FACC is Chairman of Cardiology at Garnet Health Medical Center and a cardiologist with Crystal Run Healthcare, serving patients throughout the Hudson Valley. A proud Brooklyn native and son of Irish immigrants from County Donegal, Dr. McLaughlin is deeply involved in the Irish-American community through the AOH, Donegal Association of New York, Project Children, and several other organizations. He and his wife, Roseann, have five children and have remained dedicated to celebrating their Irish heritage and supporting their community for many years.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you at the 45th Annual Great Irish Fair on Saturday, September 12, 2026.

Mark your calendars—this is shaping up to be our most exciting celebration yet!
Support the Fair and spread the word: https://www.iabsny.org/26-the-great-irish-fair

Come Celebrate Irish Heritage!

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09/05/2026

🍀 ONE WEEK AWAY! 🇮🇪🇺🇸

The countdown is ON! Just ONE WEEK until the 45th Annual Great Irish Fair of New York!🎉

Join us Saturday, September 12th at Holy Name of Jesus in Brooklyn for a day filled with Irish music, dancing, food, culture, family, friends, and plenty of craic!☘️🎶

We can’t wait to celebrate this incredible tradition with all of you. Bring your family, bring your friends, and come celebrate the Irish spirit right here in Brooklyn!

ONE WEEK. ONE FAIR. ONE GREAT IRISH TRADITION.💚

☘️ 🇮🇪 See you at the Fair! 🇺🇸 ☘️

09/05/2026

The Great Irish Fair of New York is proud to honor Meabh Smith as the 2026 recipient of the Colleen Queen Award. ☘️

Meabh Smith was raised in a proud Irish Catholic family, with her mother from County Offaly and her father from County Cavan, and has celebrated her heritage through Gaelic Football with Shannon Gaels and Irish dance with the McNiff School of Irish Dance. She is currently a sophomore studying nursing at St. John’s University, where her faith, family, and commitment to helping others continue to guide her path toward a career in healthcare. Meabh is deeply honored to receive the Colleen Queen Award and looks forward to celebrating her Irish heritage and this special recognition at the Great Irish Fair of New York.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you at the 45th Annual Great Irish Fair on Saturday, September 12, 2026. Mark your calendars—this is shaping up to be our most exciting celebration yet!
Support the Fair and spread the word: https://www.iabsny.org/26-the-great-irish-fair

Come Celebrate Irish Heritage!

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