First things first – you are probably wondering what the heck a “hooley” is. Well, a hooley (or hoolie) is an Irish word for ‘a lively party.’

Now then, everyone loves a party, right?

Central Florida’s first Great Irish Hooley will kick off tomorrow, Aug. 31 at Raglan Road™ Irish Pub and Restaurant in Downtown Disney® Pleasure Island. A four day celebration, the party continues through Labor Day weekend until Sep. 3.

Planned experiences include:

  • Six top Irish bands playing traditional and rock tunes
  • Irish Dance Workshops to help the whole family polish their dance moves
  • Structured set dancing called the Ceili (kay-lee)
  • Celtic face painting

And of course, guests can belly up to one of Raglan Road’s™ 130-year-old imported-from-Ireland bars or grab a table for authentic fare by Irish celebrity chef Kevin Dundon.

If you are visiting the Walt Disney World Resort, be sure to catch the Great Irish Hooley – it’s sure to be a craic (wild time)!