Jupiter Irish Fest is March 13-14, 2027, at Abacoa Town Center, 1267 Main St. General admission is free, and leashed dogs are welcome.

Last checked Oct. 9, 2026. This page is updated each year. Facts come from the organizer’s Jupiter Irish Fest website.

Jupiter Irish Fest is Saturday and Sunday, March 13-14, 2027, at Abacoa Town Center, 1267 Main St., around the Abacoa Amphitheatre. General admission is free, and leashed dogs are welcome, according to the organizer’s FAQ. The festival weekend brings Irish food, drink, music and dance to downtown Abacoa the weekend before St. Patrick’s Day.

Who to call

When and where
Saturday, March 13 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Sunday, March 14 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Place Abacoa Town Center (Abacoa Amphitheatre), 1267 Main St.
Admission Free general admission
Payment Cash and credit cards

The dates and hours are from the organizer’s home page.

Tickets and VIP cottages

There is no ticket for general admission. The organizer sells private VIP cottages through Eventbrite and has not posted their price on its own site.

Food, drink and entertainment

The food and drink page lists Guinness, Harp and Smithwick’s, Angry Orchard cider, Jameson, Irish coffee and Baileys among the drinks, plus nonalcoholic choices, and traditional Irish dishes alongside street food.

The entertainment page lists:

  • an Irish dance competition
  • a kids costume contest and face painting
  • the “Split the G” challenge
  • live music on the main stage

The charities

The festival supports four groups, the organizer says:

  • Southeast Florida Honor Flight, which flies veterans to the memorials in Washington, D.C. A raffle for a trip for two to Ireland benefits Honor Flight; the drawing is 3 p.m. Sunday, March 14, from the main stage.
  • Wounded Veterans Relief Fund, through a 50/50 raffle
  • Firefighters on a Mission, which backs work toward a cure for Duchenne muscular dystrophy
  • Rise FC, a Jupiter soccer club

The festival was started by David McGovern, a Dublin-born Tequesta fire captain, to share the culture and traditions of his homeland.

Parking and getting there

From I-95, take Exit 83, Donald Ross Road, go east a quarter mile, turn left on Parkside Drive, then right on University Boulevard to Main Street, according to the organizer’s location page.

Parking, per the organizer:

  • the Abacoa Town Center garages on University Boulevard and Edna Hibel Way
  • street parking around the town center
  • the Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium parking areas on Main Street

The organizer posts a parking map.

What to know before you go

From the organizer’s FAQ:

  • Dogs are welcome on a leash at all times; pick up after them.
  • Bring a lawn chair for the amphitheater lawn.
  • No coolers.
  • Bags are fine.
  • Restrooms are on site.
  • Cash and credit cards are accepted.

The organizer does not publish a rain date. Call 561-262-7087 with questions.

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Frequently asked questions

When is Jupiter Irish Fest in 2027?

Saturday and Sunday, March 13-14, 2027, at Abacoa Town Center. Hours are 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday.

How much does Jupiter Irish Fest cost?

General admission is free. Private VIP cottages are sold separately through the organizer’s Eventbrite page.

Can I bring my dog to Jupiter Irish Fest?

Yes. Dogs are allowed as long as they stay on a leash at all times and owners pick up after them.

Where do I park for Jupiter Irish Fest?

The organizer points to the Abacoa parking garages on University Boulevard and Edna Hibel Way, street parking, and the Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium lots on Main Street.

Can I bring a cooler or chairs to Jupiter Irish Fest?

Lawn chairs are encouraged for the amphitheater lawn. Coolers are not allowed.