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Celtic Fest Chicago

Performer playing the bagpipes on the Petrillo Music Shell stage with Celtic Fest Chicago banner in the background

 

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Frequently Asked Questions

 

  • Can I bring a cooler into Celtic Fest Chicago?
    Yes, but alcoholic beverages are not allowed into the festival grounds. Coolers are not allowed in the seating area of the Petrillo Music Shell.
     
  • What items are prohibited from being brought onto festival grounds?
    -Alcoholic Beverages
    -BBQ Grills (Open Flames)
    -Fireworks or Explosives
    -Illegal Substances & Weapons
    -Pop-up Tents/Canopies
    -Beach/Picnic Umbrellas
    -Flag Poles
    -All Pets (except Service Animals)

    Failure to comply with the above may result in entry being denied. All containers will be subject to search. Bicycles may not be ridden on festival grounds.
     
  • Can I bring a folding chair and blanket into Celtic Fest Chicago?
    Yes, but folding chairs are not allowed in the seating area of the Petrillo Music Shell.
     
  • Can I bring a tent into Celtic Fest Chicago?
    Personal tents and canopies are NOT allowed at any lakefront events.
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  • What food vendors will be at Celtic Fest Chicago?
  • Abbey Pub, Winston's Market, Durbin's Restaurant & Lounge and Original Rainbow Cone.
     
  • Can I bring my dog with me into Celtic Fest Chicago? No. For your dog's protection and for the public's safety, all dogs are restricted from the festivals and you will be asked to leave the festival with your dog. (This policy is supported by the Anti-Cruelty Society.)
     
  • Is there an admission fee to get into the grounds of Celtic Fest Chicago?
    No.
     
  • What services are available at Celtic Fest Chicago for people with disabilities?
    View the City of Chicago Summer Lakefront Festival Accessibility Policy.
 
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