Upcoming event
March 13, 2027
Updated
Dublin, Ireland
St. Patrick’s Festival takes place March 13–17, 2027, across Dublin, Ireland, celebrating Irish culture through traditional and contemporary arts, performances and community participation.
National St. Patrick’s Day Parade
View the March 17 parade listing for the route, noon start and admission details.
The National St. Patrick’s Day Parade takes place on Wednesday, March 17, with a noon start, featuring pageants, international marching bands and community groups. Street-side viewing is free; grandstand seating is ticketed.
Check the official parade route and visitor information for current arrangements, road closures and accessibility details.
Festival programme
The organiser announces céilí dancing, street performances, workshops, a treasure hunt, funfair and an after-dark programme across the city. The full 2027 schedule is expected in January 2027. Individual activities have different locations and admission requirements; most are free, while some require advance registration or a ticket.
See the official festival website and visitor information for updates before planning specific activities.
Parade route reference
