Saint Patrick’s Day 2026 falls on Tuesday, 17 March, but major celebrations acrossEngland and Wales, including prominent parades in London and Birmingham, take place over the preceding weekend of 14–15 March.
London Highlights
- London Saint Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival: Sunday, 15 March 2026, 12:00–18:00, The parade begins at Hyde Park Corner and concludes at Trafalgar Square. This colourful procession covers a route of approximately one and a half miles, showcasing marching bands, carnival performers, and Irish dancing groups. The accompanying festival in Trafalgar Square offers free live music, food stalls, and children’s arts and crafts activities.
- London Irish Saint Patrick’s Day Boat Party: Saturday, 14 March 2026, from 13:00, Westminster Millennium Pier on Victoria Embankment. A lively party cruise along the River Thames featuring live music from Eimhéar Rebel and Irish dancing performances.
- Saint Patrick’s Day 5k Run: Saturday, 14 March 2026, from 12:00, Starting at The Lodge Café, Hyde Park Corner. A friendly five-kilometre run through Hyde Park, followed by a social gathering at an Irish pub to watch the Six Nations rugby matches.
- Saint Patrick’s Festival at Camden Market: Saturday, 21 March 2026, from 13:00, Camden Market, Hawley Wharf. A free event highlighting Irish creative talent through performances and interactive workshops.
Birmingham Highlights
- Birmingham features one of the United Kingdom’s longest-established celebrations, mainly in the Digbeth and Five Points South districts.
- Saint Patrick’s Day Parade: Saturday, 14 March 2026, from 13:30, Five Points South district. A cherished annual tradition with participation from local groups, community organisations, and the Ian Sturrock Memorial Pipe Band.
- Birmingham Irish Association Family Fun Day: Sunday, 15 March 2026, Irish Centre, 205 Wheeler’s Lane, Kings Heath. A welcoming family afternoon dedicated to Irish culture and community spirit.
- Saint Patrick’s Day at Kennedy’s: Tuesday, 17 March 2026, from 12:00 (live music from 17:00), Kennedy’s, 93 Alcester Road, Moseley. Free entry with live Irish music from bands Bang On The Ear and On The Sesh, alongside a special themed food menu.
Other Events in England & Wales
- Manchester Saint Patrick’s Day Parade: Sunday, 15 March 2026, starting from the Irish Centre (1 Irish Town Way) and ending on Deansgate.
- Liverpool Saint Patrick’s Day Parade: Tuesday, 17 March 2026, assembling at 14:00 at the Old Irish Centre (Mount Pleasant).
- Luton Saint Patrick’s Parade: Saturday, 14 March 2026, with the main procession at 13:00.
- Cardiff (Wales): Specific 2026 parade timings are not yet publicsied, but celebrations usually feature events at St David’s Hall or Irish pubs such as O’Neill’s.
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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
