Marquette Gathering at Milwaukee Irish Fest

Join alumni, parents and friends at a private party near the Aer Lingus Stage for complimentary refreshments as you enjoy Irish Fest entertainment. Hear from Dr. Timothy G. McMahon, associate professor of history at Marquette, as he shares thoughts about the Irish who first made Milwaukee their home and about his ongoing research in Ireland and Northern Ireland today. McMahon was recently profiled in the Irish American Post. 

Before the gathering, celebrate the Milwaukee Irish Fest Liturgy for Peace and Justice Mass at 9:30 a.m. 

Sunday, August 19

Milwaukee Irish Fest at Henry Maier Festival Park

9:30 a.m. Liturgy for Peace and Justice Mass
American Family Insurance Ampitheater
639 E. Polk St., Milwaukee

11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Aer Lingus Stage – VIP Area
200 N. Harbor Dr., Milwaukee

The first 15 attendees at the gathering wearing their Marquette blue and gold will receive a Marquette swag item.

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Attendees who donate a minimum of three non-perishable canned goods and arrive before 11 a.m. will receive free admission to Irish Fest. All canned goods will be donated to Hunger Task Force.* Attendees who arrive after 11 a.m. will be responsible for paying the festival admission price.

*The Hunger Task Force requests donations of canned peaches in 100% juice or with no sugar added.

Direct any questions or special needs to Hannah Barr at hannah.barr@marquette.edu or (414) 288-3894.

Find out more about Milwaukee Irish Fest and how to purchase tickets.