The Association of Irish & Celtic Festivals membership comprises festivals, events, and various partners involved in presenting Irish and Celtic programming, with the majority in the United States. Our mission is to enhance and improve the quality of Irish and Celtic Festivals through yearly conferences, ongoing education, and resource sharing.

This year we are excited to host our 2024 AICF Conference, in Chicago, IL, at the Irish American Heritage Center and the Congress Plaza Hotel. The conference will be held October 24-26, 2024!

CONFERENCE REGISTRATION

• Register and pay for the conference via this link.
  • If you wish to pay via check, please make the check out to AICF and send it to the following address:
    • Irish American Heritage Center, Attn: Meg Buchanan (4626 N. Knox Ave., Chicago, IL 60630)
  • We have added a Friends and Family Rate for $75/registrant, which will include dinner, showcases, and transportation to/from the venue.
  • The last day to register is 09/24/2024. There is a cancellation fee of $50 if not canceled before 09/24/2024. 

HOTEL 

• Book your hotel directly with the Congress Plaza Hotel via this link. The rate is $145/night.
• We encourage you to book your hotel room early! The deadline is September 24, 2024. 

SPONSORSHIP

• We are looking for sponsors! Please view our 2024 AICF Conference Sponsorship Opportunities. 

Please share this email with anyone from your team who plans to attend the 2024 AICF Conference this October. 

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out at any time via email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..