London’s St Patrick’s Day celebrations will return to the capital on Sunday 16 March, with a diverse selection of activities planned to celebrate the patron Saint of Ireland! Over 50,000 people are expected to gather, as the annual procession of Irish marching bands, dance troupes, and pageantry winds its way through the centre of the city, thanks to the return of the beloved parade.
Irish stars from the Olympic and Paralympic Games will be Grand Marshals of the parade, which kicks off at Hyde Park at 12pm and concludes in Whitehall. Expect to be treated to a world-class line-up of free, family-friendly entertainment programmed in partnership with the London Irish Centre, set to take over the main stage on Trafalgar Square.
The parade is famed for its esteemed Grand Marshals: and this year it’s a doozy. Double gold medallist para cyclist Katie-George Dunlevy and gold medal winner boxer Kellie Harrington, who both led Ireland to victory in the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, will be leading the anticipated parade
When it comes to other entertainment, enjoy the best of Irish arts, culture, food and music throughout the day, including both traditional and contemporary music, Irish dancing, plus so much more. Artists such as Kila, The Peppered Aces, and Dogs will hit the stage that’s all set to transform central London into the biggest St. Paddy’s Day celebration in the country.
The Mayor’s annual St. Patrick’s celebration has become a highlight of London’s cultural calendar as Londoners and visitors alike, unite in celebrating the great contributions Irish people have made to the capital and the world.
But it doesn’t stop there. There’s an entire programme happening throughout the weekend, including exhibitions, a film festival, and beyond.
London’s St Patrick’s Day celebrations will return on Sunday 16 March. The parade starts at Hyde Park Corner, and then travels through Piccadilly, St James’s Street, Pall Mall, Cockspur Street, and Whitehall. The event will be taking place from 12pm until 6pm wih the majority of entertainment happening at Trafalgar Square. Click here for more information.