- Greystones parade(11:00 am): Starts from the park & ride car park, proceeds up Main Street, and ends at the Marina Plaza. A lively morning parade through the town center.
- Aughrim (11:15 am): Begins at Tinakilly Bridge and heads toward the Pavilion & GAA Grounds. A community-focused event in this scenic village.
- Baltinglass (12:00 pm): Starts at Lathaleere Business Park and ends at Edward Road/Fisher’s Centra. Midday parade highlighting local groups and traditions.
- Blessington (12:00 pm): Starts at the Education Centre (near Aldi), featuring the East Coast FM Big Red Bus. A fun, music-infused parade with radio station involvement.
- Rathdrum (12:00 pm): Begins from Avon-Motors, goes through Main Street, and passes the viewing stand in Market Square. Classic small-town parade with local flair.
- Carnew (12:30 pm): Starts from Kenny’s Corner (Aughrim Road) and finishes at Saint Brigid’s Hall. A spirited afternoon event in this rural town.
- Newtownmountkennedy (12:30 pm): Walkers meet at Newcastle Hospital; floats gather at Hanley’s from 11 am. A combined walkers-and-floats parade for family participation.
- Arklow (2:00 pm): Starts from Mr Price, follows Main Street, and finishes at the Courthouse/Parade Ground. A coastal town parade with strong community turnout.
- Bray (2:00 pm): Begins at Bray Town Hall, winds through the town center, and ends at the main viewing stand on the seafront. A major highlight with diverse participants and seaside energy.
- Wicklow Town (3:15 pm): Starts from Station Road/Whitegates, follows Main Street to the viewing stand at Market Square. A late-afternoon spectacle covering the town and nearby areas.
Featured Festivals & Activities
- Bray Saint Patrick’s Festival (March 13–18, 2026): A six-day celebration in Bray, running over the weekend and into the holiday. It includes the main parade on the 17th as the centerpiece, plus a wide range of cultural, family, and community events showcasing Irish heritage, creativity, and fun.
- Bird’s Euroshow Funfair (Bray Seafront): Open daily during the festival period (starting at 2 pm–10 pm on March 13; 11 am–10 pm afterward). A popular carnival with rides and attractions for all ages.
- Live Music (Post-parade in Bray): Sessions at venues like The Harbour Bar, The Martello, The Palm, and The Promenade Bar and Grill. Great for evening celebrations with traditional and lively tunes.
- Family Fun at Festina Lente (Old Connaught Ave, Bray): On March 17 (10 am–2 pm), offering pony rides and nature-based crafts. A gentle, outdoor family activity focused on animals and creativity.
- Sensory-Friendly Areas (“Quiet Zones”): Available at parades in Bray (Seymour Road), Greystones (South Beach to Lam’s), Arklow (Arklow Library), and Wicklow Town (Wicklow Library). Inclusive spaces for those needing a calmer environment.
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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
