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St Patrick’s Day parades around the county conclude

Mar 17, 2026 17:52
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St Patrick’s Day parades around the county conclude

The last of the St Patrick's Day parades have concluded in the county, bringing to an end a day full of festivities.

More than 25 towns and villages are hosting parades from 6am, with the Traditional Dingle Fife & Drum March setting off at 6am.

Fife and Drum Band member Ciarán Williams spoke about the significance of the early morning march:

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Despite less than Ideal weather conditions in the county, the parades experienced great turnouts.

In Listowel, local businessman Christy Walsh said it was the biggest turnout in the town yet:

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In Killarney the festivities continued after the parade, with food and entertainment on the Grand Main Stage.

Festival Chairman for Killarney Jason Clifford also paid tribute to the late Killarney business man Ollie Favier, who sadly passed away recently:

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In Tralee there was a midday start from the Rose Hotel, with the parade setting off along Mitchel's Road to Boherbee, continuing down Castle Street and finishing on Denny Street.

Speaking before the festivities, Mayor of Tralee Terry O'Brien praised the organisers and wished everyone a happy and safe day:

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