PARADES IN TIPPERARY: All you need to know for St Patrick's Day

Large crowds are expected to gather across Tipperary as towns and villages prepare for a packed programme of St Patrick’s Day parades and celebrations.

Communities throughout the county have been organising events for weeks, with organisers promising colourful parades, marching bands, music, and family-friendly entertainment. From major towns to smaller rural centres, the day is set to showcase local pride, creativity and community spirit.

A wide range of parades are scheduled for Tuesday, March 17th, with several locations also hosting events in the days leading up to St Patrick’s Day.

In Nenagh, the parade is set to get underway late this morning, with town centre road closures in place from around 11:30am. The parade itself is expected to begin at approximately 12:30pm, travelling through key streets including Kenyon Street and Pearse Street.

Meanwhile in Thurles, large crowds are also anticipated for this afternoon’s parade, which is scheduled to start at 2:30pm. Entertainment, including live music, is planned in advance of the main event, and organisers have also introduced inclusive features such as a sensory-friendly area.

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Tipperary Town will host one of the county’s flagship parades, beginning at around 2:30pm. This year’s theme, “The Parade of Champions”, celebrates the achievements of local individuals, sports clubs, schools and community groups, and is expected to draw significant participation.

In Clonmel, festivities will take place throughout the afternoon, with the St Patrick’s Day parade forming a central part of the celebrations. Crowds are expected to gather early as the parade makes its way through the town centre.

Elsewhere, Cahir’s parade is due to begin at approximately 12:00 noon, starting from the business park and making its way into the town, while Roscrea will host its parade later in the day at around 3pm, featuring a mix of floats, bands and local groups. The parade in Templemore is expected to begin around 12pm and will run until roughly 2:15pm.

A number of areas, including Cashel and Newport, held their parades over the weekend, allowing for extended celebrations and giving people the opportunity to attend multiple events across different locations.

Organisers across the county say the level of community involvement remains a key part of the day, with local organisations, schools, sports clubs and volunteers all taking part in parades.

With large attendances expected, traffic management plans are in place in many towns, including road closures and diversions. Motorists are being advised to plan journeys in advance, while attendees are encouraged to arrive early and follow the guidance of stewards.