Athy set to go green for St Patrick’s Day

A LOT of hard work is going on behind the scenes as Athy gets ready to celebrate St Patrick's Day next month.

Organised by Athy Town Promoters, this year's festivities will take place in the town on Monday 17 March at 3pm.

The theme for 2025 is 'Pulling Together,' celebrating unity and community spirit.

The St. Patrick's Day parade is always a highlight of the local calendar, attracting huge crowds and fantastic support, and the 2025 parade promises be bigger and brighter than ever.

Athy Town Promoters is calling on all community, sporting and cultural organisations in the town and surrounding areas to join them to help showcase the best South Kildare has to offer.

In addition, a special appeal is being made to local businesses to take part and join in the town's annual parade, which attracts many visitors for one of the region's best family events.

This exciting event is free and supported by Athy Municipal District local property tax (LPT) funding.

The organisers acknowledge the hugely important assistance of Kildare County Show, Athy Gardaí, Civil Defence, and the Order of Malta.

“Like many others, I always look forward to the St. Patrick's Day celebrations in Athy – the atmosphere is fantastic with thousands of people of all ages coming out to line the streets and celebrate as a community,” said Aoife Breslin, Cathaoirleach of Athy Municipal District and Chair of Athy Town Promoters.

“A lot of hard work goes into planning and running the festivities and we would like to thank everyone who has, is and will be giving of their time to ensure another memorable 17th March.” 

Clubs, community groups, charities, sporting groups, tourism organisations, schools, businesses or even groups of friends with an idea for a float are urged to book their spot.

Contact Patricia Berry on 086 8470232 or pberry@kildarecoco.ie or any member of Athy Town Promoters.