The Worcester Irish Cultural Festival was founded to celebrate and preserve Irish heritage in Worcester, Massachusetts, a city with a rich history of Irish immigration. Established by local Irish and Irish-American community leaders, the festival was created as a way to bring people together through traditional music, games, dance, food, and storytelling. The event quickly became a cornerstone of the city's cultural calendar, drawing attendees from across New England. Featuring performances from renowned Irish musicians and step dancers, Irish poetry, Irish history workshops, vendors, and Gaelic football and hurling games, the festival serves as both a tribute to Worcester’s Irish roots and a vibrant showcase of Irish traditions for future generations.

2025 Worcester Irish Cultural Festival Committee

Steve Belton
Cait Sargent Lubelczyk
Gareth McAlinden
Michaela McFeely
Kevin Podmore
Stephen ‘Shuggy’ Porter