Cork City
The theme of this year’s parade in the city is Building A Better World and features the ‘Kabin Crew’ from Kabin Studios of Spark fame as the Grand Marshalls.
"We’re absolutely delighted to showcase not just the talented young people and kids at The Kabin Studio, but also to bring along their families, our dedicated team, and the wider community that’s been part of this journey with us,” said Garry McCarthy, Creative Director of the Kavin.
The parade will take place at 1pm, starting on the South Mall, and heading up the Grand Parade and Patrick’s Street before finishing on the corner of Merchant’s Quay and Parnell Place.
The event is also due to be live streamed from 12.45pm, it serves as the centrepiece of a number of different events scheduled as part of the St Patrick’s Day festival.
Ballincollig: For the 14th year, the western suburb of Ballincollig will once again have its own parade, with the theme this year set around the hit movie Wicked.
he parade is due to start at 3pm on the Main Street, where groups will now no longer stop at the viewing stand, but will perform along the full length of the route.
Upper Glanmire: Novelist Margaret Kelleher will serve as Chief Marshall, where the parade begins at 3pm. The main road through the village will be closed from 1.30pm to 5pm to accommodate the parade, where a mix of sports and school groups, steam engines, vintage cars, motorbikes, and tractors will be rolling through. A park & ride system is also in place from White’s Cross and Brian Dillon’s GAA pitches.
Douglas: The annual Douglas parade in the park begins at 2pm, with groups gathering from 1pm to celebrate the event. Crystal Swing’s Derek Burke will also be performing in the Douglas Community Park after the parade has finished. The parade has previously seen St Patrick arrive with a pipe band, and on a motorcycle, so it’s sure the patron saint will once again be getting a grand entrance!
Cork County
Ballinagree: Ballinagree’s parade will be back again in 2025, starting at 12 noon.
Bandon: The parade will pass through its usual route, starting at 2.30pm, with those participating asked to assemble at 2pm in St Patrick’s Church car park. From there the parade will head down New Road, before taking a left down Market Street and swinging onto Main Street.
Carrigaline: The ever-expanding town of Carrigaline has its own dedicated parade committee, and has plenty organised for locals and visitors alike. Their parade takes centre stage, which begins at 1:30pm on main street, which will be closed for a number of hours on the day, diversions will be in place.
Carriganima: Once again this year the parade will take place on March 16, the day before the Saint’s day itself. This year’s event kicks off at 3pm, while a smaller parade for the kids to bring along their own toy cars, bikes, and go-karts will also start from the church. After all the parading is finished, celebrations will continue in ‘The Pub’ with music from the Diamond Sisters.
Crosshaven: Further down the harbour and Crosshaven once again has its own parade for the locals, which kicks off at the early time of 11am. There will be a number of prizes given out for different categories, as well as a children's colouring competition. Those who wish to participate are being asked to summit at Point Garden at 10.30.
Kanturk:
Starting outside Kanturk Hospital at 2:30pm on Monday. Spectators are invited to the Edel Quinn Hall to enjoy music and a dancing performance from Scoil Naomh Pádraig, Centre Stage and Julie Nolan School of Irish Dancing.
Kinsale:
Not one but two parades this year for the charming town of Kinsale, who have two days of festivities to celebrate the day of our patron saint. Kinsale's St Patrick's Day parade starts at 3pm from the New Road Car Park, under the theme of Kindness and Inclusivity. Belgooly Summer Show chairman John Stanley will be grand marshall for the event, which acts as the centrepiece. However, if you're in the mood for some celebrations the night before, the town is also hosting a 'Maritime Parade', where a float of boats will make their way along the harbour at 7.30pm before a spectacular fireworks display at 8pm.
For the 25th year, the Woodland String Band from Philadelphia once again make the trip to play at the Macroom festival. This year's parade starts at 3.30pm, part of a St Patrick's Day festival that stretches across several days.
Mallow: The St. Patrick's Day Parade will take place on the Main Street of Mallow at 2:30 pm on Monday, March 17. There will be face-painting on the grounds of St. Mary's Church and live music at the reviewing stand from 1:30 pm and the face-painting will continue until 3:30 pm. Special Olympics volunteer Declan O'Connell, who has coached Irish Special Olympics athletes to great success in recent years, will be the Grand Marshal on the day.
Millstreet: Organised by the Millstreet Community Council, this year’s parade will take place on Monday at 5pm. Live music will start at 4pm and prizes will be up for grabs.
West Cork
Ballydehob: There’s a 1pm start for this year’s Ballydehob St Patrick’s Day Parade, with participants being asked to meet at 12:30pm on the western approach. There will be cash prizes for the floats who “make the most effort”, so there’s still time to make a quick buck!
Bantry: Bantry’s parade provides the centre point of a wide range of events in the town across the bank holiday. In the daytime there will be free face-painting in the tourist office from 11:30am, before the fancy dress parade kicks off at 12.45. The Ballingeary Pipe Band will lead the procession from Wolfe Tone Square, with the theme this year of Reeling in the Years, before Irish Dancing and a fire performance from the Flameweavers back in the square on the parade’s completion.
Castletownbere: A 3pm sharp start awaits those wanting to watch the parade in Castletownbere, which begins on the east end of the pier. All floats are to be in place by 2.20pm, where they will pass through the square, and then return back to be judged. There will also be music from Garnish Sound, while Bere Island Community Radio will be broadcasting for those unable to attend.
Clonakilty: Clonakilty’s parade is due to start at 2pm in the town. Betty Hennessy is this year’s Grand Marshall, for her endless work with a number of local charities including West Cork Rapid Response and Foróige.
Courtmacsherry: A land and sea parade will take place in the town this year. First, the sea parade will kick off in the estuary at 4.30pm on Monday March 17, while the land parade will then start on its completion, from the entrance of the Courtmacsherry Hotel.
Dunmanway: Dunmanway’s parade kicks off at 1pm from St Patrick’s Church, with prizes for best float, biggest shamrock, and best pet, among others!
Schull: The parade in Schull is due to kick off at 2.30pm, with floats being asked to organise at 1.45 outside the Garda Barracks, with walkers asked to organise opposite the hotel. This year’s theme in the parade is Dathanna/Colours, so it’s sure to be a vibrant one down west!
Schull: The parade in Schull is due to kick off at 2.30pm, with floats being asked to organise at 1.45 outside the Garda Barracks, with walkers asked to organise opposite the hotel. This year’s theme in the parade is Dathanna/Colours, so it’s sure to be a vibrant one down west!
Skibbereen: This year’s theme for the Skibbereen parade is Festival of Magic and Culture. Those participating are being asked to assemble at the playground on the Cork Road at 2.30pm. The parade itself will start at 3pm, with trophies and cash prizes for best floats, both group and individual.
East Cork
Carrigtwohill: After a long hiatus, the village is set to celebrate its 10th parade since being restarted in 2015. The parade will start at Aldi at 1.15pm, move up the main street, and finish at the Community Hall. The main viewing stand, were the judging will take place, will be in front of the Well Lane. Local volunteer Teresa O’Donovan will be Grand Marshall, to acknowledge her work for the Irish Cancer Society.
Cobh: Cobh's parade this year looks out at the sea, with the theme “Whatever Floats Your Boat” - a celebration of Cobh’s rich maritime heritage and creative community spirit. The parade kicks off at 2pm and follows the usual route down the seaside town's major streets.
Fermoy: With a starting time of 11am, Fermoy's is among the earlier of the parades across Cork this year. However, with 32 groups representing over 1,200 people, they will need time to all squeeze in! The parade this year begins at Dun Eala, opposite Cavanagh's garage on the southside of the town, before making its way through its centre.
Glounthane: Once again the village of Glounthane hosts its own parade, which kicks off at Fitzpatrick's Shop at 10.30am.
Lisgoold: The parish of Lisgoold/Leamlara celebrates its 20th running of the St Patrick's Day parade this year, with the Tidy Towns Committee nominated as grand marshalls. The parade will start at 1pm from the GAA pitch in Lisgoold. Last year's parade introduced a novel feature with a sensory friendly event and that will return for this year's milestone running.
Midleton: After a hiatus, the East Cork town of Midleton will finally have its parade back, this time under the theme of Celebrating our Multicultural Community. The parade, which is set to get going at 3pm, will run through the town's main streets, giving everybody an opportunity to enjoy the festivities after the unfortunate break.
Whitegate: 12.30pm is the time to be present and correct in the harbour town of Whitegate for this year's parade, which kicks off in the village.
Youghal: The Youghal parade starts at 3pm sharp, and will work its way through the town's charming streets and onto the waterfront where there'll be a prize-giving ceremony. This year's theme is Celebrating Youghal. A special St Patrick's Day market will also be put on, starting at noon.
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