St. Patrick’s Day in Vancouver falls on March 17, and throughout the week, various Irish celebrations unfold, including the vibrant Vancouver’s CelticFest, lively pub parties, and a medley of Irish-themed events. In the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day season of 2025, expect a range of festivities and an assortment of other engaging events. 53rd St Patrick’s Day Festival @ The Blarney Stone (Mar. 17) – Celebrate at Vancouver's longest-standing Irish pub all day long with doors opening at 9am for an Irish brunch party with live bands, Celtic dancers, an Irish piper, and a DJ. A family-friendly St Patrick’s Day event is happening on Saturday, March 15, with art, dance, storytelling, food trucks, bouncy castles, and more for all ages to enjoy. The next night, Irish acoustic folk-rockers Hermitage Green will headline at the Vogue Theatre with support by Paul Caldwell and others. CelticFest Vancouver 2025 The Hough Foundation will host the Paddy Hough Parade at noon Monday, St. Patrick’s Day, starting at Hough Elementary School, 1900 Daniels St., Vancouver. The parade, which lasts about 45 Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade 2025 in Vancouver, Washington. Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day 2025 in Vancouver, Washington with interesting events near you. From parades to pub crawls there is everything that you would want to celebrate this day in Vancouver, Washington. When: Friday, March 14, 2025 Where: 7 Alexander St. and pubs around Gastown Cost: $17.31 Sponsored pick: Gastown St. Paddy’s Day Street Party. Free festival alert! Blarney Stone and the cobblestone streets that surround it are coming alive with a full lineup of local musicians, traditional Irish dancing, and family fun for a street party from noon to 8 p.m. on March 17, 2025. In 2025, the parade will celebrate its 201st anniversary, starting at 12:00 PM on Ste-Catherine Street. Expect colorful floats, marching bands, and plenty of Irish cheer. 2. Toronto’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Toronto’s celebrations kick off with the St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Sunday, March 16, 2025, winding through downtown streets Check out these March events in Vancouver. . . 6. St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festivities. Location: The parade starts at Howe and Davie Streets, Downtown Vancouver Dates: Mid-March (details at celticfestvancouver.com) What to Expect: A lively celebration of Irish culture featuring music, dance, and community spirit. After the parade Montreal’s beloved St. Patrick’s Day Parade will take place on Sunday, March 16, 2025, at 12:00 PM, continuing its long-standing tradition of celebrating Irish heritage. The parade will begin at the corner of Fort and De Maisonneuve Streets, filling the city with music, dance, and excitement as it makes its way through downtown Montreal. Location: The Junction Pub, Vancouver; Event Info: Join the Vancouver Queer Irish at Junction on Davie to celebrate all things Irish and Queer at St Paddy's Gay! Get ready to raise a glass and dance the night away with fellow members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community in honour of St. Patrick's Day and celebrate Irish heritage and Queer culture. The annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Halifax will not go ahead this year. Vancouver’s annual celebration of Celtic culture returns March 7-17th 2025 with our 21st festival, but this year will be different. After hugely successful festivals for the last three years in downtown Vancouver, CelticFest Vancouver, a not-for-profit organization, can no longer fund its growth. St. Patrick’s Day is coming up on Monday, March 17, 2025, and there are a handful of celebrations going on in Vancouver to celebrate, no matter if you’re in the mood for a bar crawl, an Irish-themed variety show, or a folk-rock concert. So saddle up and get ready to celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day the best way we know how! CelticFest For over 30 years, students from Hough Elementary have led marchers, musicians, and classic cars through the streets of Vancouver to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. The parade starts at noon at Hough Elementary – be sure to get there early to grab a good viewing spot! Irish Music On St. Patrick’s Day. For some Irish tunes on St. Patrick’s St. Patrick's Day 5k (March 15, 2025) For those leading a healthy lifestyle in Vancouver, the St. Patrick's Day 5k Run is an exciting event to consider. This charity run, aimed at fighting diabetes, will take place on March 15 at Stanley Park Pavilion, starting at 9:30 am. Everyone is welcome to participate, but pre-registration is required. Montréal is a city that prides itself on its multicultural vibrancy, where diverse communities coexist harmoniously and contribute to the city’s unique character. As we approach the 200th Montréal St. Patrick's Day Parade, there's no better time to come together and celebrate the rich history and cultural diversity that defines our beloved city. Here’s why you should mark your calendars 54th St Patrick Day Parade Lineup. Sunday March 16, 2025. Grand Marshal – Brian Hebert Queen – Jennifer Hebert. Parade Captain – Kelly Carrigan, Sr. – 504-296-0470 Parade Co-Captain – Carl Wilt – 504-952-7343. Parade Lineup Contact – Brian Hebert – 504-376-3261 Parade Day Staging Area Marshal – Jason Dauzat – 504-450-4177 NOTE: 2016 was the year of Vancouver’s last St. Patrick’s Day parade. No parade took place in 2017 and no parade will likely take place again for several years if at all. For information about Irish-themed events that do still take place in the Lower Mainland, click Vancouver St. Patrick’s Day Events. The St. Patrick’s Day Parade St. Patrick's Day weekend is upon us and Vancouver has several options to mark the greenest celebration of the year. From a fun green run to a bougie yacht party to a free block party, check out different ways to enjoy the green occasion across the city. Shamrocks & Champagne - St. Patrick’s Day at Catalyst
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