- Waterford City Saint Patrick’s Day Parade (Tuesday, 17 March 2026 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm): The highlight of the five-day Saint Patrick’s Festival under the theme “Waterford; Where Saint Patrick’s Day Began”, honouring the city’s historic role in establishing the feast day (thanks to 17th-century scholar Luke Wadding) and its claim as the site of Ireland’s first official parade in 1903. Led by Grand Marshal Dr. Morgan McMonagle—a renowned vascular and trauma surgeon at University Hospital Waterford, celebrated for his humanitarian work including service in war zones—this spectacular procession starts at Waterford Bus Station, proceeds along the Quay past the Clock Tower and Plaza, and concludes at the Mall/Parnell Street junction. Over 2,000 participants feature colourful floats, performers, dancers, musicians, and community groups, creating a vibrant, green-filled spectacle through the heart of Ireland’s oldest city.
- Dungarvan Saint Patrick’s Day Parade (Tuesday, 17 March 2026 at 2:00 pm): The 47th annual community procession in this coastal town, starting at Crotty’s Corner and finishing at Saint Mary’s Church. It brings together local schools, clubs, bands, and creative entries for a lively display of West Waterford pride, music, and seasonal cheer along the scenic route.
- Tramore Saint Patrick’s Day Parade (Tuesday, 17 March 2026 at 1:30 pm): A seaside celebration proceeding from Summerhill Junction onto the Old Waterford Road, to the Racecourse Roundabout, and finishing at the former Railway Station Building via Lower Branch Road. The event showcases the town’s spirit with community groups, marching participants, and family-friendly energy in this popular resort area.
- Cappoquin Saint Patrick’s Day Parade (Tuesday, 17 March 2026 at 11:30 am): An early morning event in the West Waterford town centre, featuring local participation, colourful marches, and community involvement that captures the charm and enthusiasm of this rural hub.
- Saint Patrick’s Festival Waterford (Friday, 13 March to Tuesday, 17 March 2026): A five-day extravaganza across Waterford City, packed with cultural, social, and family events. Highlights include a Live Music Trail with continuous performances at the Apple Market, O’Connell Street, and the Waterford Cultural Quarter throughout the afternoon and evening on Saint Patrick’s Day; a City Centre Fairground at John Roberts Square with rides and amusements; the Wobbly Circus and “Playful Streets” interactive activities; the Booley House variety show; “Soldiers, Saints and Scholars” walking tours exploring local history; a tricolour ceremony commemorating Thomas Francis Meagher’s introduction of the Irish flag; plus poetry, spoken word, children’s music workshops, Irish language events, river cruises, and storytelling sessions for an eclectic mix of celebration.
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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
