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Learn how you can be a sponsor for the Lexington St. Patrick's Day Parade and Festival. Read more Join us Saturday, March 15, 2025 for the Lexington St. Patrick's Parade and Festival. Medal Madness 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon at Whitehall Park, Richmond, KY (10) 25: Richmond: KY: 03/08/2025: Register Here: Will Run For Chocolate 3K: Nicholasville: KY: 03/09/2025: Register Here: The Pi Kappa Phi Rose Run 5K Run/Walk: Lexington: KY: 03/09/2025: Register Here: St. Patrick's Day 5K Run/2-Mile Walk: Livingston: KY: 03/15 [LEXINGTON, Ky.] – The city of Lexington marks its 250th anniversary with a lively celebration of Irish culture this weekend. One of the most beloved community events in Lexington, Kentucky, the annual Alltech Lexington St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival, will kick off the celebration on Saturday, March 15, followed by a concert by Irish festival headliner, Scythian, on Monday, March 17. Photography for site provided by Ken Silvestri and Mark Mahan 333 West Vine Street, Suite 206 Lexington, KY 40507 (859) 407-2227 info@downtownlex.com (859) 407-2227 info@ LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — Lexington's St. Patrick's Parade, scheduled for Saturday, has been moved indoors due to the threat of weekend severe weather, while performances have been relocated to Lexington’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade has been canceled due to expected bad weather, organizers announced Thursday. The National Weather Service in Louisville is predicting wind gusts over 40 Organizers have announced that the Lexington St. Patrick's Parade, scheduled for Saturday, has been canceled due to severe weather potential and a high wind advisory. Festival performances will be moved indoors to the Lyric Theatre beginning at 10:30 a.m. St. Patrick's Day; Vendor Fair; Join us to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day and all things Ireland at the annual Alltech Lexington St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival! As Lexington’s longest-running civic event, this annual celebration has become a beloved tradition for many in central Kentucky. March 15, 2025 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Free . Henry A. Tandy Centennial Plaza 251 W. Main St. Lexington, KY 40507. This year’s celebration begins at 10 a.m. with the “Blessing of the Keg” at 10:15 a.m., which kicks off a free festival with entertainment from regional bands, local Irish dancers and food and craft vendors from throughout the region. The St. Patrick’s parade is the longest-running citywide civic event in Lexington. Our performers will be taking the Irish festival stage before and after the LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - The Lexington St. Patrick’s Parade and Festival is being held this Saturday. However, potential severe weather and gusty winds could pose a threat to the event. A little The 2024 Alltech Lexington St. Patrick’s Parade and Festival is thrilled to announce its exciting performance lineup, ready to make your toes tap and spirits soar on Saturday, March 16, starting at 11:15 a.m. The festival is hosted by LM Communications, Lexington’s only locally owned radio group. LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — Lexington's St. Patrick's Parade, scheduled for Saturday, has been moved indoors due to the threat of weekend severe weather, while performances have been relocated to LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - The Lexington St. Patrick’s Parade has been canceled. According to a press release, due to severe weather potential and a high wind advisory, the parade scheduled for The celebration continues on St. Patrick’s Day, Monday, March 17, with a performance by Scythian at Transylvania University. Known for their energetic blend of Celtic, Eastern European and Appalachian music, Scythian delivers a high-energy concert experience. Organizers have announced that the Lexington St. Patrick's Parade, scheduled for Saturday, has been canceled due to severe weather potential and a high wind advisory. Festival performances will be moved indoors to the Lyric Theatre beginning at 10:30 a.m. St. Patrick’s Day in Lexington is more than just wearing green—it’s bourbon, Bluegrass charm, and Irish heritage all rolled into one. 215 W Main St, Suite March 15, 2025 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Free . Henry A. Tandy Centennial Plaza 251 W. Main St. Lexington, KY 40507. This year’s celebration begins at 10 a.m. with the “Blessing of the Keg” at 10:15 a.m., which kicks off a free festival with entertainment from regional bands, local Irish dancers and food and craft vendors from throughout the region. Lexington celebrates 250th anniversary with Alltech St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival, Scythian concert; CANCELLED: Carbon Leaf to headline 2025 Alltech Lexington St. Patrick’s Parade and Festival; Celebrate Lexington’s 250th with the Alltech Lexington St. Patrick’s Parade and Festival Irish-American immigrants brought Saint Patrick’s Day to the United States. The first civic and public celebration of Saint Patrick’s Day in the 13 colonies took place in Boston, Massachusetts in 1737. The first celebration of Saint Patrick’s Day in New York City was held at the Crown and Thistle Tavern in 1756.
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