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. Join the Lexington St. Patrick's Day Bar Crawl Throw on your best green gear and join the St. Paddy’s Day Bar Crawl on March 15, 2025! Hop between some of Lexington’s favorite watering holes, sip on festive cocktails (or a classic bourbon, we won’t judge), and soak up the lively atmosphere with a crowd that knows how to celebrate. 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 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 [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. The Alltech Lexington St. Patrick’s Parade and Festival is thrilled to announce that renowned folk-infused indie rock band Carbon Leaf will headline the 2025 festival. The festivities will take place on Saturday, March 15, 2025, in downtown Lexington. 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 [] Talk to ABC 36 News anchors, reporters and meteorologists. When you see news happening, share it! We’d love to hear from you. 859-299-3636|news36@wtvq.com. 6940 Man O' War Blvd. Lexington, KY 40509 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 Save this event: Lexington St. Patrick's Day Bar Crawl Share this event: Lexington St. Patrick's Day Bar Crawl 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 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 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! About the Event. The Parade Lexington St. Patrick's Day Parade and Festival 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.
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