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. 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, 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 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. — Impending severe weather this weekend is forcing the cancelation of St. Patrick’s Day events. Lexington announced Wednesday, it’s St. Patrick’s Parade, scheduled for Saturday, March 15, is canceled. Transylvania University will welcome Scythian for a concert on Monday, March [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 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. 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 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. 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 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 From lively parades to historic stone fences, we know how to celebrate with a perfect mix of Irish tradition and Kentucky flair. Here are five ways to make your St. Paddy’s Day in Lexington one for the books! 1. Participate in the Lexington St. Patrick's Parade and Festival 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 is canceling its St. Patrick’s Day parade out of caution for severe weather this weekend. The National Weather Service reports severe thunderstorms and high winds are possible Saturday afternoon and evening, when the parade was originally scheduled. 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.
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