Irish Cottage Inn & Suites

10/02/2026

Fall looks good on Galena. 🍂

Last-minute Oktoberfest plans? We've got you. Our Sip & Stay Getaway is made for festival weekends, whether you're rounding up the girls or bringing the whole family. Here's what's on the calendar:

🍺 Oct 3: Galena Oktoberfest
🧺 Oct 10–11: Galena Country Fair
🕯️ Oct 17: Galena Living History Walk
🎃 Oct 31: Halloween Parade & Festival on Main Street, 6:30–8:00 p.m.

The best part is that you can skip the car and the parking hunt entirely. Our free shuttle takes you to Main Street and back, so you can shop, sip, and stroll all day, then ride home to the Cottage for a pint and dinner at Frank O'Dowds Irish Pub.

Your Sip & Stay includes:
✔️ A cozy stay with traditional Irish hospitality
✔️ Dinner on us with a $50 Frank O'Dowd's gift certificate
✔️ Free shuttle to and from Main Street
✔️ Late check-out (based on availability)

October dates are going fast. Gather your crew and book before they're gone:
https://www.theirishcottageboutiquehotel.com/specials

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09/30/2026

Headed to the Galena Country Fair October 10-11? Make The Irish Cottage Inn & Suites your home base! Our shuttle will drop you off at the fair and pick you back up, so you can skip the parking hassle entirely.

After a day at the fair, unwind at Frank O'Dowds Irish Pub right here on-site. Settle in for a cozy dinner of Irish comfort fare and a fresh-poured pint.

Book your stay today! 🍀

https://www.theirishcottageboutiquehotel.com/

A few raindrops won’t stop the fun! Galena Country Fair is held rain or shine, and there is no rain date or alternate indoor location.

Check the forecast, dress for the weather and come enjoy the Fair with us!

09/11/2026

Today, we remember and honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and the courage of the first responders and heroes who stepped forward.

We will never forget. 🇺🇸

09/09/2026

Happy Labor Day, everyone! While you're soaking up the last long weekend of summer, mark your calendars — we're just 10 lucky days away from our Halfway to St. Patrick's Day Celebration at Frank O'Dowd's!

Consider this your official countdown kickoff: as summer wraps up and we clock back in from the holiday, we'll be gearing up for a taste of March in September — pints of Guinness, Irish tunes, and all the craic you'd expect, six months early.

🍺 Limited-Edition Guinness Glasses! Grab a Frank O'Dowd's embossed Guinness glass for just $35 and get your first Guinness on the house! Quantities are limited, so don't wait — these will go fast.

So enjoy the holiday, take it easy today... because in 10 days, we're celebrating like it's March 17! ☘️

📅 Mark your calendar! September 17-20
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08/26/2026

🌽 Mark your calendars! The Irish Cottage Inn & Suites and Frank O'Dowds Irish Pub teams will be dishing out sweet corn at the Bicentennial Corn Boil this Saturday, August 29, from 11 AM to 9 PM at Recreation Park in Galena!

Stop by the corn tent and say hi — we'd love to see you there as Galena celebrates 200 years with food, games, music, and free admission. Frank O'Dowd's Mobile Kitchen Food Truck will also be on site dishing up your Irish fare faves ☘

See you Saturday! 🎉

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08/19/2026

☀️ A Little More Sunshine at The Irish Cottage ☘️

Summer isn't over yet — and neither is your chance to soak it in! Tucked into the charm of Galena, IL, The Irish Cottage is your perfect home base for a relaxing weekend, a good meal, and a little more sun before the season winds down.

🍀 The Ultimate Summer Pub and Stay Getaway includes:
🛏️ Comfortable accommodations with traditional Irish hospitality
🍽️ Dinner on us at Frank O'Dowds Irish Pub ($50 gift certificate)
🕐 Complimentary late check-out (based on availability)

Book your stay now → https://www.theirishcottageboutiquehotel.com/specials

While you're here, don't miss live music at Frank O'Dowd's every night this weekend, and catch us serving up corn at the Galena Bicentennial Corn Boil on Saturday, August 29! 🌽

Follow along for food truck stops, entertainment updates, and something exciting we're brewing up... 👀

View all the deets in our lastest e-blast: https://bit.ly/4qqRZEY

07/22/2026

Still planning a summer getaway?

There's plenty of summer left to enjoy, and our Ultimate Summer Pub & Stay Getaway is the perfect excuse to escape to Galena. 🍀

Your package includes:
🛏️ A cozy overnight stay
🍽️ A $50 gift certificate to Frank O'Dowds Irish Pub
🎶 Live music, Irish favorites, and perfectly poured pints
⏰ Complimentary late check-out (based on availability)

Slow down, savor great food, explore historic Main Street, and let us take care of the rest.

Book your summer getaway today before the season slips away! ☀️🍺: https://tinyurl.com/IrishCottageSummerGetaway

07/01/2026

A stay at Irish Cottage Inn & Suites isn't complete without a visit to Frank O'Dowd's Irish Pub & Grill. ☘️
Just steps from your room, you'll find authentic Irish charm, handcrafted details imported from Ireland, hearty pub favorites, an impressive selection of beers and whiskeys, and live music that brings the spirit of the Emerald Isle to life. Whether you're enjoying dinner, raising a pint with friends, or tapping your toes to live entertainment, Frank O'Dowd's is where great memories are made. 🎶🍻

Make it a Galena getaway and experience the best of Irish hospitality, all in one place.
📞 815.776.0707 • 🌐 theirishcottage.com

Frank O'Dowds Irish Pub

06/29/2026

Summer evenings are meant to be enjoyed with good food, great music, and a little Irish charm. ☘️
Stay at Irish Cottage Inn & Suites and experience the best of both worlds. Relax in our cozy Irish-inspired accommodations, explore nearby Galena, and spend your evening at Frank O'Dowd's Irish Pub & Grill for delicious food, refreshing drinks, and live music that keeps the good times going. 🎶

Make the most of these beautiful summer nights before the season slips away!

📲 815.776.0707 • 🌐 theirishcottage.com

06/26/2026

Long summer days are better in Galena. ☀️ Spend your morning exploring downtown, your afternoon hiking our nature trail, and your evening enjoying live music and Irish cuisine at Frank O'Dowd's right next door. ☘️
Can't wait to see you this summer!
📞 815.776.0707 • 🌐 theirishcottage.com