Now in its 61st year, the Drogheda St Patrick’s Day Parade is back bigger than ever and this year’s theme, “Drogheda 2025 – The Parade of Champions”, celebrates the town’s sporting, cultural and historical achievements.
Festival Highlights
Friday 14th March
Fireworks Display – 8PM over the River Boyne
Carnival & Market – All day at Scotch Hall Plaza
Saturday 15th March
Sensory Hour – 12PM (Tickets online)
Taylor Swift Tribute Act,Carnival and Market – All day at Scotch Hall Plaza
Dabilla Album Launch – 8PM at McHugh’s Barrel Venue
Sunday 16th March
Carnival and Market – All day at Scotch Hall Plaza
Monday 17th March – St. Patrick’s Day!
Parade starts at 12PM – Grand Marshals: Drogheda United FC
Live music at St. Peter’s Church Plaza
Leprechaun Hunt, Face Painting & Irish Dancing at Scotch Hall
Carnival and Market all day
Live entertainment in pubs throughout Drogheda