'A More Fun Limerick' is theme for 2025 St Patrick's festival

LIMERICK City and County Council has announced the theme for this year's St Patrick's Festival: ‘A More Fun Limerick.’

This exciting theme aims to highlight the vibrant and playful spirit of Limerick, promising a festival filled with joy, creativity, and community engagement.

The festival, set to take place from March 15 to 17 will feature a variety of events designed to bring smiles to faces of all ages. From lively parades and street performances to family-friendly activities and cultural showcases, it will transform the city and county into a hub of celebration and entertainment.

Mayor of Limerick, John Moran is looking forward to the festival, commenting: "Delivering more for Limerick is the key ambition of Limerick City and County Council and that includes having more fun, so I am incredibly excited about this year's St Patrick’s Festival theme. 'A More Fun Limerick' perfectly captures the essence of our community. It is why we all love living here. We now look forward to seeing everyone come together to celebrate in a way that truly reflects the spirit of Limerick."

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Príomh Comhairleoir of Limerick City and County Council, Cllr Dan McSweeney, added:

"Limerick is brimming with vibrant characters and lively places that truly embrace the spirit of fun, adding to the dynamic energy of our city and county. The St Patrick’s Festival is a fantastic opportunity to showcase the unique creativity and distinctive charm that Limerick has to offer. I wholeheartedly encourage everyone to join us in making this year's St Patrick's Festival the most unforgettable celebration yet."

The vibrant and colourful St Patrick’s Day parade will follow the same route as 2024, making its way down O’Connell Street before moving on to Henry Street and ending at Arthur’s Quay Park. 

The International Band Championship will also follow the same route as last year but the start point has moved to the Junction of O’Connell Street and Barrington Street.

Limerick City and County Council is seeking participants for the St Patrick’s Day parade who can now register their interest here.

Details of a full programme of events across the St Patrick’s Festival weekend will be revealed in the coming weeks.