Celtic Fest Ohio returns to Renaissance Park on Saturday, June 18 with exciting experiences and activities for all ages. Celtic Fest Ohio will utilize approximately half of the Renaissance festival village for its one-day Celtic extravaganza. Featuring two stages of music from traditional to Celtic Rock, tastings galore, 50+ vendors, and so much more, this year’s event offers something for everyone.
Eat. You won’t leave Celtic Fest Ohio hungry! The event features fare from Bangers & Colcannon Potatoes to Corned Beef & Cabbage, Shepherd’s Pie to Fishermen’s Pie, and blueberry scones and Bailey’s cheesecake. Bring your appetite and save room for dessert! For true foodies, check out the Taste of the Isles– small plate tasting being offered in the Main Feast Hall at 3 pm and 7 pm. The $50 ticket includes
Drink. Celtic Fest Ohio proudly serves Guinness along with a variety of ciders, ales, and mead. Keepsake stainless steel pints are available at the pubs or grab a tumbler from the official merch booth and keep your drink cold until its gone. Soft drinks and iced tea are also available.
If you are 21+, tastings galore can be found at Celtic Fest Ohio. A Guinness etching event with a tasting conducted by a Guinness Ambassador will teach you everything you ever wanted to know about this beloved Irish brew. Roe & Co Irish Whiskey tastings featuring neat pours and cocktails is available with an ambassador to teach you all about this up-and-coming Irish Whiskey. The crew from Woodchuck Hard Cider will deliver a little Cidercation featuring hard to find varieties and dive into the history of hard apple cider.
Rock. This is a big one at Celtic Fest Ohio. . .The event features the most diverse Celtic music lineup found anywhere. From the traditional Celtic of Poor Man’s Gambit and Father Son and Friends to the Celtic Rock of Bastard Bearded Irishmen, to the thunderous pipes and drums of Albannach the two stages will be filled all day long. Whether you want toe tapping jigs or subtle listening, there is a sound for every ear.
Shop. Celtic Fest Ohio boasts 50+ vendors in the marketplace. Each shop is full of handmade wares, a service to offer, or unique items to fill your closet or decorate your home. Browse the marketplace while you make your way through the festival grounds from one stage to another.
Celtic Fest Ohio happens Saturday, June 18 at Renaissance Park in Waynesville. Hours are 11am to 10pm, rain or shine. Visit www.celticfestohio.com for more information
