Tipperary was out in force for St Patrick’s festivities

The people of Tipperary turned out in force to support this year’s St Patrick’s Day celebrations.

Thousands lined streets across the Premier County to watch parades and attend live music events and fairs.

Not even the heavens dared open with even the rain holding off for this year’s celebrations.

St Patrick’s Day is special because it is a national holiday celebrated around the world. And not just by people who are from Ireland, but all those who feel a connection to our culture and heritage.

St Patrick’s Day is a celebration of all things Ireland even if it means different things to different people in each place.

But here at home, it is about celebrating communities.

Every parade in every town and village had representatives from performing arts academies and sports teams to car clubs and local services.

Elvis could be spotted in Cahir, the nun on the run in Thurles and leprechauns in Nenagh.

Let’s not forget about all the fabulous St Patrick’s, both north and south, in the county.

Those who have made Ireland their home away from home came out to celebrate too.

St Patrick’s Day in Tipperary is not just about entertaining children or tradition but about showcasing all the talented groups in every part of the county.

Be it a drama group, brass band or a troupe of dancers, their performances are not just for one parade or fair. They perform all year at events and on holidays.

They have their own shows and fundraisers.

It is an opportunity to support local causes and groups and see what is going on in their area the other 364 days of the year.

Regardless of where you celebrated, we hope you had fun. You all looked amazing in your costumes.

Well done, to everyone who worked tirelessly to show off their community in the best possible way.