The Parade

The theme of the 2022 Parade is HEROES - Ordinary People in Extraordinary Times

Central to the Cork St. Patrick's Festival is the St. Patrick's Day Parade.

The most vibrant and colourful display to be seen on the streets of our city, Cork's parade features members of communities from all walks of life across the city - sporting groups to dance schools, new communities, our long-established brass bands, and special guests from around the world. 

Parade Start Time:

1pm

Parade Route:

The parade runs from the South Mall to the Grand Parade, along St. Patrick’s Street and finishes at Merchant’s Quay.