Mór Fest 2026, which is Manhattan’s first fully Irish festival, is set to take place from August 19 to 23, 2026. It is being hosted by Tara Mór, an Irish pub located a block from Madison Square Garden.
The festival sets out to be an authentic Irish festival
complete with vendors, music, storytelling, and more. Each day has its own activities
and events. Tickets are sold as a 5-day pass, and there are no single-day
tickets. VIP tickets are also available and include early entry into the event
and an open bar all week long. Participants should note that the festival is
21+ and ticket purchases are non-refundable.
Tara Mór is a multi-room venue that allows for multiple
things to happen at the same time. It is an established and beloved Irish pub
in New York City. There are millions of Irish-born residents in NYC, as well as
those who claim Irish heritage. The celebration of Irish culture as been on the
rise, and this festival seeks to join in on the celebration.
Schedule
-Wednesday, August 19:
- Noon: Doors open
- Céad Míle Fáilte opening ceremony
-Thursday, August 20:
- 7 am: Irish networking breakfast (RSVP to info@morfestnyc.com by August 17.)
- 7pm: Modern Irish panel
- 8 pm: Comedy Showcase
- 10 pm: Live performance by Jinty McGrath
-Friday, August 21:
- 8:30 pm: Sports Panel featuring Michael Murphy and Johnny Glynn
- 10 pm: Performance by the Young Wolfetones
- Late-night: DJ until 1 am
-Saturday, August 22
- 8:30 am: Morning wellness session
- 9 pm: Live Irish dating show
- Late-night: Sets from Steph Hurley
-Sunday, August 23:
- 12 pm: Guinness Perfect Pour Competition
- 4 pm: All-day trad sessions
- 8 pm: live sit-down interview with football legend Niall Quinn
- Closing ceremony