The 35th Pittsburgh Irish Festival runs Friday–Sunday, September 11–13, 2026, at the Carrie Blast Furnaces — three days of music, dance, food, and history in one of the region’s most striking settings. It’s a full-weekend event, and the kind that’s far better with a home base than a hotel.
Why a home beats a hotel for a festival weekend: a place for the whole family or friend group to gather, a kitchen for breakfasts before the gates open, and room to relax between sessions instead of trekking back to a single room. Festivals run long — having somewhere comfortable nearby is the difference.
Make a weekend of it. The Carrie Blast Furnaces sit along the Mon in Rankin/Swissvale, an easy drive from our homes around the city. Pair the trip with our Pittsburgh food guide and Things to Do in Pittsburgh — this is one of the busiest weekends of September, so plan early.
Where to stay. Rivers & Steel City Homes has full homes across Pittsburgh with parking and room to host the group. 2,700+ guests since 2018; book direct and save 5–15% over Airbnb and VRBO.
Find your dates at riversandsteel.com/search.
More to plan your trip: Things to Do in Pittsburgh in 2026 · Festivals on the Pittsburgh events calendar. Ready to visit? Find your stay »
