The Beaver Island Irish Féile was started in 2019, sponsored by the Beaver Island Chamber of Commerce as well as multiple private businesses and non-profits on Beaver Island. The Emerald Isle Irish Féile seeks to present authentic and varied Irish inspired activities at its annual festival. Its main objects are to promote economic development by extending the summer tourism season by one week; recognize, showcase, and preserve the island’s unique Irish heritage; and connect with other Irish American communities. The Féile is a showcase for the Irish heritage of Beaver Island, also known as “America’s Emerald Isle.” 

Beaver Island, Michigan is the most remote inhabited island in the Great Lakes, As an unbridged island, the only way to and from travel to Beaver Island is via ferry, airplane or boat. Beaver Island is an amazing place to visit to unwind, unplug and relax. It is also a great place to attend a truly unique Irish Festival.

Hand stamps are REQUIRED to attend any of the musical/dancing performances. Event staff will be working the doors to check hands. Any persons without a stamp will be subject to a $10 cover at the door for each establishment/event they attend. The weekend stamp is a great value! Weekend passes are $50 if you pre-pay before July 17, 2023. After July 17, weekend passes are $60. Day passes can be purchased for $30. Children 17 and under are free!  

Hand stamps can be purchased/collected at the Féile headquarters  starting at 1:00 p.m. on September 8. This also includes online order and pre-purchased passes.

We will have a shuttle service to transport festival attendees from town to the Circle M. Look for shuttles outside the Beaver Island Community Center. Shuttles will be available from 6 pm to 11 pm.

Taxi service is available with B’s Taxi. Her services are available for getting around town and/or pickup and drop off to and from the airport and other places out of town. She can be reached at 989-239-9292.

Full schedule coming soon! In the meantime, checkout the great bands and entertainment we are planning under the “Music” and “Activities” pages above.

If your looking for information on accommodations, places to eat, car rentals, and shops please check out http://www.beaverisland.org

Feel free to call 231-448-2505 or email chamber@beaverisland.org with questions.