St. Patrick’s Festival Bray 2026
Bray is set to host yet another spectacular celebration with the return of the St. Patrick’s Festival and Parade
Get ready for a vibrant display of Irish heritage, community spirit, and cultural diversity as Bray’s St. Patrick’s Festival and Parade returns for another spectacular celebration.
The festivities kick off on Friday, March 13th and continue until Wednesday March 18th, 2026, the festival promises an unforgettable experience for locals and visitors alike.
Friday, March 13th:
Bird’s EuroShow Funfair: Making its welcome return to Bray Seafront, opening on Friday, March 13th, at 2 pm, then daily from 11 am to 10 pm until Tuesday, March 17th. Top-class family entertainment is assured, featuring numerous children’s rides and family attractions.
Mixed-Media Magic Workshops: At 3:30pm and 4:30 pm go to Bray Chamber House for a colourful family fun with White Doodle Art for ages 5+
Funny Focail Comedy Gig: A fun Bilingual comedy night at Frank Duffs blending Gaeilge and English from 7:30-8:30pm with Aideen McQueen and more!
Live Music: You’ll find plenty of music and from 9pm onwards in bars like The Harbour Bar and The Martello
Saturday, March 14th:
Vintage Car Display: Head to the Bandstand on the seafront from 2pm to 4pm to see an array of Vintage cars!
Rugby on the Big Screen: Watch the boys in Green at 2pm on the outdoor scree at the Bandstand
Live Music: You’ll find plenty of music and from 9pm onwards in bars like The Harbour Bar and The Martello
Bird’s EuroShow Funfair: Making its welcome return to Bray Seafront, opening on Friday, March 13th, at 2 pm, then daily from 11 am to 10 pm until Tuesday, March 17th. Top-class family entertainment is assured, featuring numerous children’s rides and family attractions.
Sunday, March 15th:
Seafront Rise and Reset, Yoga and Saunas: Add some peace to your weekend with Kirtan, yoga and sound healing, Two session blocks starting at 9am and 10:10am on Bray Seafront, (near Catalyst) with a complimentary session in the Helio Rooftop Sauna! Remember to bring a yoga mat and warm clothes!
Free Family Entertainment at the Bandstand: Puppet shows, face painting, hip hop dancing and a ceili! From 12pm-2pm
A celebration of Traditional Music: A free concert from 2pm to 4pm at the Mermaid Arts Centre!
Guided Historical Walk & Talk:Explore Bray’s rich history with a walking tour that starts at 3pm at the Bray Chamber House
Bird’s EuroShow Funfair: Making its welcome return to Bray Seafront, opening on Friday, March 13th, at 2 pm, then daily from 11 am to 10 pm until Tuesday, March 17th. Top-class family entertainment is assured, featuring numerous children’s rides and family attractions.
Live Music: You’ll find plenty of music and from 9pm onwards in bars like The Harbour Bar and The Martello
Monday, March 16th:
Bird’s EuroShow Funfair: Making its welcome return to Bray Seafront, opening on Friday, March 13th, at 2 pm, then daily from 11 am to 10 pm until Tuesday, March 17th. Top-class family entertainment is assured, featuring numerous children’s rides and family attractions.
Live Music: You’ll find plenty of music and from 9pm onwards in bars like The Harbour Bar and The Martello
Tuesday, March 17th:
Bird’s EuroShow Funfair: Making its welcome return to Bray Seafront, opening on Friday, March 13th, at 2 pm, then daily from 11 am to 10 pm until Tuesday, March 17th. Top-class family entertainment is assured, featuring numerous children’s rides and family attractions.
The St.Patrick’s Day Parade: The Highlight of the Festival! Starts at 2pm from the Town Hall
Post-Parade Music: from 4pm onwards the town will be full of Music, find them in the Martello Berr Garden, The Paml, The Harbour Bar and the Promenade Bar & Grill
Wednesday, March 18th:
A Musical Farewell: :Play out your celebrations with The Boomerang Brass Band at The Martello Hotel at 2:30pm or later at The Boomerang Bar at 5:30pm
Don’t miss the Family Treasure Hunt, find your questionnaire here!
Bray Goes Green each night, as landmarks and lit up in green!
St Patrick’s Festival Bray – events
Come and join the celebrations in the County Wicklow town as the event offers a diverse range of activities suitable for all ages and interests.
- witness the colourful and energetic Bray Parade
- enjoy live music and dance performances
- experience the exhilarating rides at Bird’s Euroshow Funfair
- immerse yourself in the whimsical world of puppet shows
- For those who prefer a more relaxed pace, there are informative talks and even yoga available, and unique face painting designs to choose from.
- With so much to do, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
St Patrick’s Day Parade
On Monday, March 17th, the parade will explode onto the streets of Bray, celebrating the many cultures, communities and organisations of the town. The success of the parade is down to the contributions made by the local community, without whom it would not be possible.
The St Patrick’s Festival Bray committee is planning to provide a colourful display for the thousands of spectators, who visit Bray for the parade. There are several different categories of awards, the winners of which will be selected by the judges on the viewing stand.
The parade will kick off at 2 pm starting at the Town Hall and finishing at the reviewing stand on the Seafront.
Bray’s St. Patrick’s Festival and Parade are proudly brought to you by the Bray & District Chamber of Commerce, Wicklow County Council and Bray.ie.
Please note Road closures will be in place to facilitate the parade so we advise public transport to make your way to Bray!
This year, find the Quiet Zone on Seymour Road for those who prefer a lower-sensory experience, and find a Wheel-chair friendly zone near the main viewing stand, but please note spaces are limited so make sure to arrive early.
For more information visit St Patrick’s Parade Bray
