Smithville Irish Festival - 22nd Annual Irish Music, Dance, Food, and Vendors

✨ Event Description The Smithville Irish Festival is back for its 22nd year at Village Greene in Historic Smithville, Galloway NJ, starting October 10, 2026. This family-friendly fair celebrates Irish culture with live Celtic bands, Irish dancers, and bagpipers creating a festive soundtrack throughout the day. You’ll find over 50 artisan vendors and food trucks offering a variety of treats while a unique mobile thatched-roof Irish pub serves classic Irish pours to guests 21 and older. The event welcomes dogs and runs rain or shine, so bring the whole crew and enjoy some Irish fun.

🔍 What to Expect

• 🎶 Live music: Celtic bands and bagpipers will be performing Irish tunes all day.
• 💃 Irish dance: Watch traditional Irish dancers show off their moves.
• 🍺 Thatched-roof pub: A mobile Irish pub will be serving drinks for those 21+.
• 🛍️ Artisan vendors: Over 50 vendors with crafts and goods to browse.
• 🍴 Food trucks: Plenty of options to satisfy your hunger.
• 🐕 Dog friendly: Bring your furry friends along to enjoy the festivities.
• ☔ Rain or shine: The festival goes on regardless of weather.
• 👨‍👩‍👧 Family friendly: Activities suitable for kids and adults alike.

ℹ️ Good to Know The event is free to attend and runs all day starting at 10 AM. It’s hosted by the Cape Atlantic Irish Association at the Village Greene in Galloway, NJ.