Name: Trick-Or-Treat on Fourth Street & Pet Costume Contest!
Start: 2025-10-25T13:00:00-07:00

Enjoy a family-friendly way to celebrate Halloween!
Fourth Street merchants will be welcoming kids and families on Saturday, October 25th from 1p-3p. Dress up, bring a bag, and get ready for some treats! (or tricks).
View the list of participating businesses below or look for the "Participating Businesses" dazzlers in the window for some treats!
Don't miss the Pet Costume Contest sponsored by<a href="https://woodlands.pet/san-rafael/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Woodlands Pet Food &amp; Treats</a> in the Plaza from 1p-2p.
Trunk or Treat sponsored by the <a href="https://www.srpd.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">San Rafael Police Department</a> with a festive SR Police Car passing out candy in Plaza from 1p-3p.
Check out the Prize Wheel in the Plaza by <a href="https://foster.marinhhs.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Foster Our Future</a> from 1p-3p.

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“The Marin Irish Festival brings people together through shared traditions, storytelling, and celebration,” said event producer Drew Patterson. “Whether you’re honoring your heritage or discovering Irish culture for the first time, it’s a weekend filled with connection, music, and fun.”

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More than 40 craft vendors will offer handcrafted and rare goods, while food vendors serve classic Irish fare such as corned beef and cabbage, shepherd’s pie, fish and chips, and sweet treats, along with pints of Guinness, locally brewed ales, hard ciders, and soft drinks. Saturday &amp; Sunday, May 16–17, 2026 | 10 a.m.–6 p.m. $30 adults | $15 children (ages 5–11) Free onsite and street parking 
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In addition to watching the formal competition, festival attendees are invited to join open set dancing sessions led by instructors throughout the weekend. 
Live Music &amp; Open Seisiúin
The 2026 lineup includes renowned Irish music acts such as The Black Brothers andThe Black Irish Band, and more. For the latest entertainment line-up click <a href="https://marinirishfestival.com/entertainment/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">here</a>.
Musicians of all skill levels are welcome to participate in open seisiúin (pronounced seh-SHOON), open jam sessions inside the Bearded Goose Pub — a relaxed, communal setting celebrating the shared joy of Irish music.
<h2>Cultural Demonstrations &amp; Interactive Experiences</h2>
Beyond music and dance, the festival offers immersive cultural experiences, including:
<ul><li><a href="https://www.sanfrangaa.com/sfgaa-news" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">San Francisco Gaelic Athletic Association</a> (SFGAA): Hurling, Gaelic football, and Camogie (pronounced kuh-MOH-gee)an Irish stick-and-ball team sport played by women, and demonstrations of fast-paced 5v5 blitz matches. </li><li><a href="https://irishcentersf.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">United Irish Cultural Center </a>(UICC): Showcasing the “Keepers of the Steps” exhibit along with hard-to-find Irish imports, including rare books and traditional salty and sweet treats. </li><li>Falcon’s Court: A captivating birds-of-prey environment featuring falcons, owls, and hawks. Guests will have the opportunity to meet these majestic raptors up close, with the option to hold them and take photos in exchange for a suggested donation.</li><li>Irish language workshops: Learn basic phrases and a poem or song (or two) at the Poet’s Corner.</li></ul>

An Expansive Marketplace &amp; Two Irish Pubs
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