Date: May 2
Time: 3:30pm
Ticket Link: https://tickets.chicagogaelicpark.com/events/chicagogaelicpark/2141921
Event Description: The Young Gaelic Association is having a Kentucky Derby Party! Join us for
an open bar, appetizer bar, and live music. Wear your Derby best as we will be giving out prizes
for the Best Dressed. All are welcome. You do not have to be a member to join in on the fun!
Tickets:
Early Bird/YGA Member: $55
General Admission: $65
Designated Driver: $30
We encourage you to purchase tickets online ahead of time! Space is limited. If tickets remain,
they will be $70 at the door. This event is 21+. Early Bird pricing is available until April 11.
Event Name: Stephen Smyth Band
Date: May 3
Time: 5:30pm
Ticket Link: https://tickets.chicagogaelicpark.com/events/chicagogaelicpark/2089668
Event Description: The Stephen Smyth Band is one of Ireland's most enduring and dynamic
live acts, celebrated for their high-energy performances, outstanding musicianship, and genuine
connection to the Irish showband and country tradition.
Led by Stephen Smyth, a veteran performer with over 30 years in the Irish music industry, the
band delivers a powerful mix of Irish ballads, country classics, and lively dance favourites that
continue to captivate audiences at home and abroad.
Event Name: Gaelic Park Book Club
Date: May 3
Ticket Link: Free - https://chicagogaelicpark.com/event/gaelic-park-book-club-4/2026-05-03/
Event Description: Join us as we embark on another year to discuss great Irish authors/Irish
stories. There is no charge, however it would be great if you could become a member of
Chicago Gaelic Park! If you have any questions, please email me: Tina Butler
Event Name: The Chicago Feis
Date: May 23-24
Registration Link: https://www.quickfeis.com/
Event Description: The Chicago Feis returns! We are so glad to host the feis again this year.
“Feis” (pronounced phonetically “fesh” in English) is an Irish word meaning “festival” and has
come to describe a traditional Gaelic arts and culture festival. The Chicago Feis takes place
annually on Memorial Day Weekend. It is an Irish Dance Competition.
