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. 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. Participate in the Lexington St. Patrick's Parade and Festival Kick off St. Paddy’s Day weekend at Henry A. Tandy Centennial Park on Saturday, March 15, 2025! Expect toe-tapping live music, high-energy Irish dancing, and delicious eats—all in the heart of downtown. Lexington celebrates its 250th anniversary year with an extended weekend of Irish festivities this St. Patrick’s season. The Alltech Lexington St. Patrick’s Parade and Festival, a longtime city tradition produced by Lexington Parks and Recreation and sponsored by the Bluegrass Irish Society, kicks off the celebration on Saturday, March 15 Parade; Seasonal Fun; Sponsored Events; 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. LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The annual Lexington St. Patrick’s Parade, originally scheduled for Saturday, has been canceled due to the threat of severe weather and a high wind advisory. [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. 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 Annual Alltech Lexington St. Patrick’s Parade and Irish Festival is scheduled for Saturday, March 15, 2025. The Festival The events are part of an all-day celebration that traditionally begins at 10:45 a.m., with the annual “Blessing of the Keg” at Henry A. Tandy Centennial Park. The parade begins at 1 p.m. and [] The Alltech Lexington St. Patrick's Parade and Festival, a longtime city tradition produced by Lexington Parks & Recreation and sponsored by the Bluegrass Irish Society, is gearing up to kick off the festival season during Lexington's 250th anniversary year. Applications for both the parade and festival are now open. 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 celebrates its 250th anniversary year with an extended weekend of Irish festivities this St. Patrick’s season. The Alltech Lexington St. Patrick’s Parade and Festival, a longtime city tradition produced by Lexington Parks and Recreation and sponsored by the Bluegrass Irish Society, kicks off the celebration on Saturday, March 15, followed by a concert by Irish festival headliner 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; It’s not too late! 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 The St. Patrick’s parade is the longest-running citywide civic event in Lexington. We look forward to continuing the tradition in downtown Lexington this year. The Lexington Division of Parks and Recreation produces the annual parade and festival with community support from local businesses and cultural organizations. 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; It’s not too late! 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. Save this event: IXL Live - Lexington, KY (Apr. 1) Share this event: IXL Live Save this event: Lexington St. Patrick's Day Bar Crawl Share this event: Save this event: Lexington St. Patrick's Day Bar Crawl Share this event: Lexington St. Patrick's Day Bar Crawl Alltech St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival. The festivities kick off with the Shamrock Shuffle at 8am. The “blessing of the keg” is at 11am followed by the parade at 1pm. photo by Lexington St Patrick’s Day Parade Atomic Ramen. Serving their all green She Hulk Ramen. photo by Atomic Ramen Azur
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