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We are once again very much looking forward to welcoming everyone to the streets of Killarney for our St. Patrick’s Festival, March 13th to 17th, 2025. Celebrating Killarney, a timeless world of natural beauty, and all that it has to offer year round, our theme for this year’s St. Patrick’s Day parade on March 17th is ‘Echoes of Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Killarney! Join us for an unforgettable experience as we paint the town green and immerse ourselves in the true spirit of Irish festivities. Experience the lively energy as the streets come alive with vibrant parades, the rhythmic beats of drummers and dancers, and the infectious laughter of locals and visitors Shops windows will be decorated in green, locals and visitors will be clad in varying shades of the colour, from emerald to lime and zany hats and colourful costumes will be the order of the day. The St Patrick’s Day celebrations date back generations in Killarney and the adults of today, who participated in the parade as children, now watch Killarney has a long history of celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with the annual parade through the streets being the focal point of the day. The arrival of the St. Patrick’s Festival in Killarney in 2015 has transformed the celebration into a festivity-packed event over several days. Celebrate St. Patricks Day in Killarney! With festival events from March 14 th to March 17 th 2025, there is plenty of excitement and things to do for all ages. Explore the natural beauty of Killarney and Kerry in the Spring. Plan a day trip to Dingle (1hour away) or visit Kenmare (40 mins drive). Come March 17th, Killarney will be awash with a sea of green as the St. Patrick’s Day festivities take over the town and the world really. Some highlights of the festivities which take place over a few days include, Irish Classics by Moonlight, The great Duck dash, Irish myths & storytelling and of course the main event is the Parade through Killarney town. St Patrick’s Day in Killarney is a fantastic celebration for families, visitors and locals alike. The celebrations culminate in the annual parade through the streets of Killarney, when sporting groups, schools, music and community groups all participate. A walk around the town at night will reveal most buildings lit up with a brilliant green St. Patrick's Festival Killarney. 4,973 likes. Experience the magic of Irish culture at St. Patrick’s Festival in Killarney – parades, music, and dance in a breathtaking setting! ☘️ Help us to make St. Patrick’s Day 2025 the biggest celebration Killarney can put on show. Make it visual, make it noisy, create a performance, but most of all have fun, lots of fun. On March 16th we are happy to welcome AbleFest, Ireland’s only festival dedicated to those with additional needs. Beat the traffic queues and arrive on time to enjoy the spectacle of the Killarney St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Free Parking has been secured at the following locations from 1.00pm to 4.30pm. To help ease congestion before and after The St Patrick’s Day Parade. Penney’s Car Park – FREE (normally €3 per day) St. Patrick's Festival Killarney. 4,973 likes. Experience the magic of Irish culture at St. Patrick’s Festival in Killarney – parades, music, and dance St Patrick’s Day in Killarney is a fantastic celebration for families, visitors and locals alike. The celebrations culminate in the annual parade through the streets of Killarney, when sporting groups, schools, music and community groups all participate. A walk around the town at night will reveal most buildings lit up with a brilliant green St Patrick’s Day is a wonderful celebration that marks the beginning of the bright and warm months of the year, while celebrating local history. At Killarney Royal, we want to celebrate St Paddy’s Day by offering you some of the best hotel deals in Killarney. By Sean Moriarty Organisers of the St Patrick’s Day Parade in Killarney say they are confident that this year’s event will go ahead. It is three years since Killarney hosted a St Patrick’s Day Parade. The first COVID-19 lockdown was announced on Thursday March 12, 2020 just five days before the planned parade and the Killarney St. Patrick’s Day Festival. Killarney has centuries of experience in offering hospitality and in more recent years has become well versed in the art of organising and running festivals throughout the year. Since its inception in 2015, the Killarney St. Patrick’s Day Festival has hosted a variety of events for all the family to Paddy's Day is looming, and here are some excellent events you can attend all over Ireland to celebrate. 10. O'Reilly's Paddy's Day Party Haus – St. Paddy's evening in Dublin; 9. Home of St. Patrick Festival, Armagh – celebrating St. Patrick's legacy; 8. Four Seasons Walking Festival, Connemara – celebrate Irish nature; 7. St. St Patrick’s Day in Killarney is not to be missed and The International Hotel is the perfect location to experience the best of Irish culture and hospitality. Immerse yourself in the town’s vibrant traditions as it comes alive with the sounds of traditional Irish music and the sights of Killarney’s colourful parade. Grab your best green garb and join us for our 20th annual St. Patrick's Day Parking Lot Festival! We have a fun day filled with Irish food favorites like corned beef and cabbage, shepherd's pie and fish & chips! A fun zone and live music will add to the magical atmosphere on the streets of Killarney on St Patrick’s Day and, to ensure full inclusivity, plans are at an advanced stage to provide an enhanced area at the Anam Centre on East Avenue Road where the focus will be on accessibility, autism-friendly and providing a quiet space. Anyone here who can give me some advice on how to spend a good St. Patricks day in or around Killarney? I am traveling Ireland for 10 days and wanted to avoid the crowds in Dublin - so will end up staying in Killarney. Nevertheless, recommendations for good pubs and/or local beers are very welcome. Thanks in advance!
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