There will be big changes to this year’s St Patrick’s Day parade in Portlaoise. The parade will star 12.00 pm and the fun will continue with festive event up until 4.30 p.m. The parade beginning at County Hall , will follow a much shorter route, heading down towards Supermacs and going around the roundabout to come back up to Market Square and then down Main Street. It is hoped that the changes will draw the crowds to the town for the annual event, and help bring the community together.

The theme of the parade and festival this year will be 1916. With great family entertainment after the parade on the main street, so wrap up well, get your Patricks day gear on and come join the rest of the community for a fun filled day with lots of surprises to be had.