The Annual Alltech Lexington St. Patrick’s Parade and Irish Festival is scheduled for Saturday, March 15, 2025.
The Festival
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
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.