ROSWELL, Ga. - As anyone who’s even attended our massive St. Patrick's Parade knows, there are strong ties between Ireland and Metro Atlanta. And that is why it’s no surprise that big crowds are expected in Roswell this weekend at the annual IrishFest Atlanta.

IrishFest Atlanta launches this evening at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center and continues through the weekend, taking over venues including the grounds of Roswell City Hall, Zion Baptist Church, and the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Atlanta - Roswell. The festival was created back in 2013 by Phoenix School of Irish Arts of Atlanta president Teresa Finsley, and organizers say the mission is simple: celebrate Irish arts and culture, and showcase the impact Ireland has made on countries around the world.

And speaking of arts and cultu

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