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National Shamrock Fest 2009 at RFK Stadium

A Washington, DC Saint Patrick's Day Festival

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The National Shamrock Fest is Washington, DC's Saint Patrick's Day street festival with live music, food, drinks and dozens of activities for all ages. The Shamrock Fest is the largest Saint Patrick's Day party in the region featuring more than forty live bands performing on seven stages. Enjoy a day-long festival of Rock, Irish, Blues, Retro and Folk music.

Date: Saturday March 14, 2009

Time: Noon until 10:00 p.m.

Location: RFK Stadium, 2400 E. Capitol St. NE Washington, DC.

Take Metro's Blue or Orange Line to the Stadium-Armory Station.

Tickets: $19.99 in advance, $29+ at the gate. Children 12 and under are free

Official Web site: www.shamrockfest.com

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