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AN estimated 50,000 people lined the streets of Limerick city this afternoon to welcome back the first in-person St Patrick’s Day Parade in three years.
Glorious sunshine bathed the 1.6km route through the city centre as 52 groups took part in the parade - making it one of the biggest in the country.
Led by the All-Ireland hurling champions as Grand Marshal, Limerick Manager John Kiely, and hurlers Peter Casey and Barry Murphy showcased the Liam MacCarthy cup supported by more than 150 GAA supporters from clubs around Limerick.
Limerick senior hurling manager @JohnKielyGalb says he's looking forward to leading this year's #StPatricksDay parade in Limerick city along with the Liam MacCarthy Cup #LLStPatrick pic.twitter.com/K3329NIZTc
— Limerick Leader (@Limerick_Leader) March 17, 2022
Visual artists Buí Bolg, Spotlight Stage School, Artastic, and the Hit Machine Drummers joined bands, community and sporting groups in a carnival of colour, music and spectacle celebrating this year’s theme of Belonging and Identity.
The plight of millions of Ukrainians impacted by the war was marked as the Ukrainian flag flew side by side with the Irish flag as they were brought down the route.
Crowds showed their heartfelt support as they gave a rousing round of applause as the flag was carried through the city centre.
A special autism friendly area, which included a sensory room, covered marquee and seating area, meant that those with sensory issues could enjoy the parade.
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