The Taste of Ireland Returns for 2026 Celebration
- Friendly Sons
- Apr 6
- 1 min read
The Friendly Sons of St. Patrick of Long Island will host The Taste of Ireland, a lively celebration of Irish culture, food, and community on April 20, 2026.
In support of the athletes participating in the Nassau County Empire State Games for the Physically Challenged, we invite you to join us in honoring:
George and Sandi Silkes
Dominick and Grace Palestino
This event will feature a buffet dinner and live music by The Black Velvet Band.
See below for digital ads and raffle basket donation information!
A $60 donation includes:
Specialty hot dishes prepared by local Irish and American restaurateurs
Guinness, Budweiser, and wine
Live performances by The Black Velvet Band and the Nassau County Emerald Society Pipe Band
Tastings from some of Long Island’s finest Irish restaurants
Door prizes, a 50-50 raffle, and more
April 20, 2026
7 PM – 10 PM
Hofstra University Club
David Mack Hall – North Campus
1000 Hempstead Turnpike, Hempstead, NY
Tickets: $60 per person
Digital Advertisement: $200
Raffle Prize Donation: $100
