(Photos) Dublin St. Patrick’s Day Parade 2024

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A woman poses for a photo during the St. Patrick’s Day parade on March 17, 2024 in Dublin, Ireland. This year’s theme of the parade is Spréach, the Irish word for Spark, which is said to represent the unique essence of Ireland and its people.

Marching Band

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The parade starts at midday on Parnell Square North down then moves to O’Connell Street and crosses the River Liffey.

The Golden Girls

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American dancing team The Golden girls take part in the St. Patrick’s Day parade on March 17, 2024 in Dublin, Ireland.

Here Come The Costumes

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There was a wide variety of costumes in this year’s parade.

An Awesome Selfie Opportunity

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A woman poses for a photo with a man in costume during the St. Patrick’s Day parade in Dublin, Ireland.

Peace

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A woman with festive braids and a Guinness headpiece poses giving the peace sign.

A Coachman

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A young coachman poses with one of the state coach horses which leads the parade during the St. Patrick’s Day parade on March 17, 2024 in Dublin, Ireland.

The Happy Couple

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A couple poses for a photo during the St. Patrick’s Day parade.

Ru the Irish Wolfhound

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Ru the Irish wolfhound poses with the American dancing team The Golden girls from Missouri.

Ru Is Popular

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Ru the Irish wolfhound poses with one of The Golden girls from Missouri as they take part in the St. Patrick’s Day parade.

The Crowd Got In On The Action

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A man dressed in a costume takes photos with members of the crowd.

Ru Meets Patrick Kielty

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Patrick Kielty, Grand Master of the parade meets Irish wolfhound Ruari from the Dublin fire service as they prepare to take part in the St. Patrick’s Day parade on March 17, 2024 in Dublin, Ireland.

Bagpipers

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Bagpipers march during the St. Patrick’s Day parade on March 17, 2024 in Dublin, Ireland.

Another Irish Wolfhound

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An Irish wolfhound is walked during the St. Patrick’s Day parade.

A Majestic Horse

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A woman stokes a horse taking part in the St. Patrick’s Day parade.

Lots of Green & Orange

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Parade goers also got into the festive spirit by wearing wigs, hats and in some cases full blown costumes.

Patrick Kielty

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Patrick Kielty, Grand Master of the parade, waves to the crowds during the St. Patrick’s Day parade on March 17, 2024 in Dublin, Ireland.

Getting A Good View

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Parade attendees sit on a statue to get a better view.

An 8 Person Sweater

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One of the more interesting costumes was this band dressed in a single sweater and red wigs.

Irish Step Dancing

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An Irish step dancer wearing a costume that gives the illusion of eight legs performing.

The Crowd Goes Wild

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A man dressed in a religious costume poses with the St. Patrick’s Day crowd.

16 Legs A Dancing

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Two dancers with 8 legs entertain the crowd.

Two Figures In The Parade

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Figures in costume are displayed during the St. Patrick’s Day parade on March 17, 2024 in Dublin.

Patrick Kielty, Grand Master of the Parade

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Entertainer Patrick Kielty served as Grand Master of the parade. Here he takes photos as he rides in style.

Marching Band & Dancer

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A dancer in green sequins leads the marching band through the parade route.

The Silver Lady

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People in costumes take part in the St. Patrick’s Day parade on March 17, 2024 in Dublin, Ireland.

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

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A young girl takes in the parade from on top of a man’s shoulders.

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