WATCH: Limerick treated to colourful and upbeat scenes - despite grey skies!

PEOPLE who braved the cold weather were treated to a colourful and upbeat scenes in Limerick this Sunday.

Fifteen bands from Limerick, Ireland, Britain and the USA marched through the city streets as trhe International Band Championship returned for a 54th year.

Among those watching on were husband-and-wife Pauline and Patrick Bedford, from Pennywell Road.

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Patrick said: "It's very good. As usual, it's up to a high standard and we are really enjoying it. I think the effort put into getting these major bands here is fantastic, and the response from the people is really positive. A lot of people on the street."

As for the inclement conditions, he added: "It's our weather - we'll live with it!"

Sorcha McEvoy travelled to the city from Parteen.

She said: "I'm having fun here with my family. I want to thank the organisers of this event."

Nine-year-old Nathan Aherne from Fairgreen was enjoying the event with his family.

"I'm most looking forwatrd to the music and seeing the bands. I'm very excited - it will be great to listen to the music!"

"Happy St Patrick's Day," he concluded.