The behavior of service animals is the responsibility of the owner.
Pets are NOT allowed
; however, a service animal is allowed for people with disabilities according to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This act defines a service animal as a dog that has been individually trained to work or perform tasks for a person with a disability. The tasks performed by the dog must be directly related to the person's disability.All service animals must be on a leash or harness and cannot be left unattended. The behavior of service animals is the responsibility of the owner, and they will be asked to leave the fair if their behavior becomes a threat to the safety of another guest or employee. Unfortunately, pet accommodation is not available at the fairgrounds. The North Texas Irish Festival is a member of the International Association of Irish Festival Producers and is produced by the Southwest Celtic Music Association (SCMA), a 501(c)(not-for-profit) corporation based in Dallas, Texas.
According to Section 51A-2102 of the Dallas Development Code, as amended, housing is not provided for pets. The festival was moved to the Fair Park Cultural Arts building in 1984 when the SCMA was created. It is illegal for owners to knowingly allow their dogs to poop in public places or on private property located in Dallas County. If this occurs, they may face criminal charges.
