This event is rain or shine - Irish Fest 2023 takes place INSIDE the brewery! Irish Fest is an all-day event that begins at 9am!!
Join us on Saturday, March 11th for Twelve Percent Beer Project's Second Annual St. Patrick's Day Celebration!
Enjoy live music, traditional Irish Fare, specialty beers and more!
Tickets: $20 includes entry to the celebration, your first beer and a souvenir glass! The glass will be yours to keep and continue to use throughout the day! Designated driver tickets are available for just $5! Under 21 is welcome FREE of charge as long as they are accompanied by their parents or legal guardian.
See below for all the details!
LIVE MUSIC BY:
BOBBY WHEELER [9:30am-12pm] Bobby Wheeler is a singer /songwriter from southern Connecticut. His primary instrument is an acoustic guitar. Bobby plays a wide range of music with several line ups ranging from solo and duo acoustic groups to full band ensembles like Nashville Drive and The Oddfellas. His original music is a reflection of his many musical interests and influences and can best be described as a mix of 90s rock and modern country. https://bobbywheelermusic.com/
THE JOLLY BEGGARS [12pm-3pm] The Jolly Beggars bring the rich tradition of Celtic folk music and storytelling to modern day audiences. Based out of Connecticut, their traditional songs and musical arrangements have exposed many to the joys of Celtic music. They tell traditional stories from Irish folklore and intersperse their musical arrangements with traditional reels and jigs. Characterized by their tight harmonies and use of guitars, mandolin, tin whistles, octave mandolin, mandola, tenor banjo, double bass, bodhran, spoons, and more, The Jolly Beggars have quickly built a solid following and continue to spread their music around the east coast. The band performs music that is largely Celtic in origin (Irish and Scottish), with some pieces coming from an extension of that music in other cultures. http://www.thejollybeggarsmusic.com/
RECKLESS SUNSET [3pm-6pm] Reckless Sunset is a popular duo from Connecticut. Ronnie and Mark were born and raised in East Haven, but formed the band in Wallingford back in 2018. The guys cover a wide range of songs that cross decades and mix genres. They can play to any venue and bring an entertaining energy that is outside the norm for an acoustic duo. The guys are no stranger to mashups and are not afraid to nod their heads to popular movies and TV shows. #GetReckless https://www.recklesssunset.com/
LIVE BAGPIPE AND DRUM PERFORMANCES BY
SCOTCH ON THE ROCKS [TIME TBA] Hailing from Deep River, CT Scotch on the Rocks is considered a mini pipe band with some BIG sound! With three bagpipe players and two drummers this group plays traditional Irish (and Scottish!) music that will leave you in awe. A real treat this time of the year!
NEW HAVEN FIREFIGHTERES EMERALD SOCIERY PIPES & DRUMS [5pm] The New Haven County Firefighters Emerald Society Pipes and Drums band is made up of career firefighters from all over the State of Connecticut. The band has appeared in parades throughout Connecticut, Boston, Georgia, Charlotte, North Carolina, Manhattan and many more! This special performance is sure to get your spirits high and have you for cheering for more! http://theemeraldsociety.com/page/10511-Pipe-and-Drum-Band
FOOD SPECIALS
KEGS & EGGS [10am-12pm] Be sure to arrive early for everyone favorite Irish tradition, KEGS & EGGS! From 10am-12pm enjoy breakfast provided by The Tasty Yolk Food Truck! *there is an additional $10 charge for breakfast, please purchase your breakfast upgrade in advance so The Tasty Yolk can plan accordingly! https://thetastyyolk.com/food-truck
PATTY MCNORMAN'S FAMOUS CORNED BEEF [12PM-CL] That's right, old Patty McNorman is coming back for his annual Twelve Percent food truck takeover. This year he'll be serving the famous New Haven-Style Reuben's!
FOOD TRUCKS & CO. [12PM-CL] The folks from Food Truck & Co. will be setting up shop! They'll be offering Shepperd's Pie Poutine, fry baskets and sliders! www.foodtrucksandco.com
STAY TUNED, ADDTIONAL VENDORS & SPECIALS TO BE ANNOUNCED!!