The Annual Alltech Lexington St. Patrick’s Parade and Irish Festival scheduled for Saturday, March 15, 2025 has been canceled/moved indoors.
Due to severe weather potential and a high wind advisory, the Lexington St. Patrick’s Parade scheduled for Saturday has been canceled organizers announced Thursday. Festival performances will be moved indoors to the Lyric Theatre beginning at 10:30 a.m.
“While this was not the decision we wanted to make, the safety of our participants, attendees, event staff and volunteers is our paramount concern,” said Megan Moloney, parade chair. “The potential for severe weather would create difficult conditions for spectators, as well as parade marchers, floats and our stage performers. However, we’re glad to be able to offer a ‘mini-festival’ at the Lyric Theatre.”
The relocated event at the Lyric Theatre will feature performances by local Irish dance groups, pipe bands, and musical groups. An updated entertainment schedule will be released Friday and can be found at https://lexingtonstpatsparade.org/festival/ and on the event’s Facebook page.
The celebration continues on St. Patrick’s Day, Monday, March 17 with a performance by Scythian at Transylvania University. Known for their energetic blend of Celtic, Eastern European and Appalachian music, Scythian delivers a high-energy concert experience. The show begins at 7 p.m., and tickets are available for $18 only at transy.edu/tickets.
The Festival – MUSIC MOVED INDOORS TO THE LYRIC THEATER
The events are part of an all-day celebration that traditionally begins at 10:45 a.m., with the annual “Blessing of the Keg” at Henry A. Tandy Centennial Park. The parade begins at 1 p.m. and goes down Main Street from Midland Avenue to Mill Street .
The Shamrock Shuffle
Kick off running season in the bluegrass with the 19th Annual Lexington Habitat for Humanity Shamrock Shuffle 3K. Come shuffle with us on March 15th at 8:30am in downtown Lexington! Net proceeds benefit Lexington Habitat for Humanity.
The Parade – CANCELED
The St. Patrick’s parade is the longest-running citywide civic event in Lexington. We look forward to continuing the tradition and welcoming people to downtown Lexington this year. The parade kicks off at 1 pm.
The Lexington Division of Parks and Recreation produces the annual parade and festival with community support from local businesses and cultural organizations.