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Dublin Irish Festival: Big Crowds, Big Rain, Big Spirit | Columbus News
Dublin Irish Festival is set to draw 85,000 revelers this year, a near-record crowd despite lingering pandemic caution—though it’s still shy of the pre-pandemic peak of 100,000. With rain in the forecast and a massive logistical dance of tents, stages, and lights, organizers lean on 1,000 city volunteers—many of whom have been part of the 39-year tradition across generations—to keep the Irish spirit alive. Attendees guzzle 11,000 gallons of beer (mostly Guinness) and the cleanup takes two weeks, starting right after the festival’s July 31–Aug 2 run. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…
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