By Currents News
The Great Irish Fair, a 44-year tradition celebrating Irish Catholic faith and heritage, will once again take place at Holy Name of Jesus Parish in Park Slope, marking a shift from its former Coney Island venue.
The Sept. 13 event, a cornerstone of the Diocese of Immigrants, raises funds to support Catholic schools in Brooklyn and Queens, helping parents afford quality education for their children.
Brendan Gallagher, the fair’s new director, shares insights on this year’s event, explaining that Park Slope offers a more community-oriented setting, enhancing the fair’s vibrant atmosphere.
As first-time director, Gallagher is eager to elevate the fair with a mix of traditional Irish music, dance, and food, alongside fresh attractions to draw diverse crowds. “It’s a celebration of Irish pride and faith, months after St. Patrick’s Day, that brings our community together,” he tells Currents News.