- Athlone Saint Patrick’s Day Parade (Croí na hÉireann Festival) (Tuesday, 17 March 2026 at 12:30 pm): The flagship event of the “Heart of Ireland” festival, this major midlands procession begins at the gate of Custume Barracks on Magazine Road and finishes at Golden Island. It features community groups, marching bands, creative floats, dancers, and performers celebrating local pride and Irish heritage. A dedicated sensory-friendly area along John Broderick Street allows participants to march quietly, ensuring an inclusive and welcoming experience for all spectators.
- Mullingar Saint Patrick’s Day Parade (Tuesday, 17 March 2026 at 3:00 pm): The county town’s traditional afternoon celebration starts at the Green Bridge and concludes at Nugents Corner. The route brings together schools, sports clubs, local organisations, and imaginative entries parading through the bustling streets. Complementing the parade, Cullen’s Amusements Fun Fair opens on Clonmore Road from 12:00 pm, offering rides, games, and family entertainment throughout the day.
- Moate Saint Patrick’s Day Parade (Tuesday, 17 March 2026 at 1:30 pm): Entertainment from Castledaly GAA Club kicks off at 12:30 pm, leading into the parade that travels through the Main Street of this lively town. The event showcases community spirit with colourful marching groups, music, and participation. A sensory-friendly area for spectators is provided from Gahan’s Motors to Bart’s Shop, promoting accessibility and comfort.
- Castlepollard Saint Patrick’s Day Parade (North Westmeath Parade) (Tuesday, 17 March 2026 at 4:45 pm): A later afternoon procession themed “Entertainment Through the Ages”, featuring creative floats and performances depicting music, theatre, cinema, dance, and other forms of amusement across history. This family-oriented event brings North Westmeath heritage and fun to the streets.
- Delvin Saint Patrick’s Day Parade (Sunday, 16 March 2026 at 3:00 pm): A pre-holiday community celebration in this charming village, with local groups, bands, and participants marching through the area to build excitement for the national day.
- Kinnegad Saint Patrick’s Day Parade (Sunday, 15 March 2026 from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm): The town’s first parade in decades, marking a joyful return of community festivities with marching entries, music, and local pride on display in this welcoming setting.
- Mullingar “Paddy’s Evening” Social Event (Tuesday, 17 March 2026 at 5:00 pm): A relaxed post-parade gathering at The Chambers Bar on Mount Street, offering live music, drinks, and convivial company for adults to continue the celebrations in a cosy pub atmosphere.
Tourism Ireland reaches out toe the Irish Diaspora
Saint Patrick’s Day county by county
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cavan – Clare – Cork – Derry – Donegal – Down – Dublin – Fermanagh – Galway – Kerry – Kildare – Kilkenny – Laois – Leitrim – Limerick – Longford – Louth – Mayo – Meath – Monaghan – Offaly – Roscommon – Sligo – Tipperary – Tyrone – Waterford – Westmeath – Wexford – Wicklow
Saint Patrick’s Day state by state in the USA
Alabama – Alaska – Arizona – Arkansas – California – Colorado – Connecticut – Delaware – Florida – Georgia – Hawaii – Idaho – Illinois –Indiana – Iowa – Kansas – Kentucky – Louisiana – Maine – Maryland – Massachusetts – Michigan – Minnesota – Mississippi – Missouri – Montana – Nebraska – Nevada – New Hampshire – New Jersey – New Mexico – New York – North Carolina – North Dakota – Ohio – Oklahoma – Oregon – Pennsylvania – Rhode Island – South Carolina – South Dakota – Tennessee – Texas – Utah – Vermont – Virginia – Washington DC – Washington State – West Virginia – Wisconsin – Wyoming –
Saint Patrick’s Day province by province in Canada
Alberta – British Columbia – Manitoba – New Brunswick – Newfoundland and Labrador – Nova Scotia – Ontario – Prince Edward Island – Quebec – Saskatchewan
Saint Patrick’s Day state by state in Australia
New South Wales – Northern Territory – Queensland – Tasmania – Victoria – Western Australia
