St Patrick's Festival 2027

Name: St Patrick's Festival 2027
Start: 2027-03-13
End: 2027-03-17
Location: Citywide, parade route from Parnell Square to Kevin Street

13 Mar – 17 Mar 2027

A performer at the St Patrick's Day Parade in Dublin

Photo: William Murphy / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 2.0)

Ireland's national festival, five days of free events culminating in the National St Patrick's Day Parade on 17 March, starting at 12pm and running from Parnell Square down O'Connell Street to Kevin Street.

Want the full background — history, what to expect, planning tips? Read our St Patrick's Festival Dublin Guide.

Details last verified 23 September 2026 against the official source above. Festival programmes can change — always confirm specifics with the organiser before travelling.