St Patrick leading the Colmcille Pipe Band along Strand Road during last year’s celebrations
ST Patrick’s Day celebrations occur all over the globe but there is no better place to enjoy the fun than in the North where you can take part in everything from street carnivals to open air concerts, storytelling to tea dances and cruises.
And there is also no better place to enjoy the celebrations than in Derry.
The history of St Patrick is fascinating with interesting myths and legends that include shamrocks, snakes, celtic crosses and blackbirds, for curious kids to learn about at fun events for the whole family.
Pauline Gormley, Destination PR Officer for the Tourism NI is encouraging people to make the most of what is on offer and join in all the festivities.
“There is a great selection of St Patrick’s events taking place right across Northern Ireland and with the days getting a little longer it’s the ideal time for a family day out. Make the fun last even longer by booking a short break at a great hotel or B&B and get into the festive sprit of the patron saint of Ireland’s day,” Pauline added.
For a fun filled day out with the family go along to Springhill, Moneymore on March 15 for some Shamrock Shenanigans.
The Armagh Rhymers will perform unique music throughout the afternoon so you can sit back and enjoy the traditional music.
Visitors can learn about the bygone art of traditional bread making and children can take part in the shamrock crafts.
Normal admission applies and best of all, anyone called ‘Patrick’ goes free! Children will be also delighted to take part in the Shamrock Trail where they can follow the Springhill leprechauns, Barney and Biddy as they make their way around Springhill Estate.
The city of Derry will celebrate St Patrick’s weekend with a three day entertainment extravaganza including the spectacular annual St Patrick’s Day Carnival Parade. The theme of the celebration is ‘A Kaleidoscope of Culture’ which reflects the diverse and ever changing wonders of life in the city.
A huge array of events will take place all over the city on March 17 including a National Trust Leprechaun Hunt, Senior Citizens Luncheon at the Caw Centre, Mayor’s Family Fun day in the Guildhall Square, and live music in venues such as the City Hotel and White Horse Hotel.
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