Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day 2025 in Dublin

Your guide to the St. Patrick's Day festivities in Dublin

Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day 2025 in Dublin
St. Patrick’s Day in Dublin is nothing short of legendary. From March 15th to 17th, Ireland’s capital will transform into a vibrant hub of music, dance, and celebration. With the National St. Patrick’s Day Parade, lively cultural events, and thrilling activities like the Treasure Hunt and the Céilí Mór, there’s something for everyone.
If you’re traveling to Dublin for the festivities, Dublin Express is the easiest and most comfortable way to get there. Whether you're coming from Belfast on our 785 service or arriving at Dublin Airport and heading into the city with our 782, 783 or 784 routes, we’ll get you straight into the heart of the action.
St. Patrick’s Day weekend is set to be packed with fun activities and things to see. So, make sure you don’t miss a second of the action without guide to St. Patrick’s Festival 2025

The National St. Patrick’s Day Parade
📍 Dublin City Centre
📅 Monday, March 17th, 2025
🕛 12:00 PM Start Time
The National St. Patrick’s Day Parade is the event to experience on March 17th. With over half a million spectators, 4,000 participants, and a dazzling display of floats, music, and performances, this is a once-in-a-lifetime bucket-list experience.
The parade route winds through Dublin’s historic streets, so arrive early to grab the best viewing spot.

Dublin City Council St. Patrick’s Festival Treasure Hunt
📍 Dublin City Centre
📅 Saturday, March 15th, 2025
🕙 Registration: 10 AM – 12 PM at Dublin City Council Civic Offices, Wood Quay
Kick off the festival weekend with the Dublin City Council St. Patrick’s Festival Treasure Hunt, an interactive adventure through Dublin’s most historic locations.
How it works:
🧩 Work in teams of up to four to solve clues and collect stamps.
⏳ The fastest three teams to complete the hunt win fantastic prizes.
🎭 Awards for best dressed on theme (Adventures) and best team name!
This free, family-friendly event takes about two hours to complete, making it the perfect way to explore Dublin before the big parade.

Céilí Mór le Dearbhla Lennon – The Big Dance
📍 Merrion Square West
📅 Monday, March 17th, 2025
🕑 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Want to dance like the Irish? The Céilí Mór is a free, outdoor traditional Irish dance event led by former Riverdancer and champion step-dancer Dearbhla Lennon.
🎶 Live traditional Irish music will accompany the dancing.
🕺 Learn famous céilí dances like The Walls of Limerick and The Siege of Ennis.
🇮🇪 This event is bilingual (Irish & English)—a great way to celebrate Irish culture!
Even if you’ve never danced before, the Céilí Mór is open to all skill levels, so don’t be shy!

Getting to the Festivities with Dublin Express
With so much happening over the St. Patrick’s Festival weekend, the best way to get around is by booking Dublin Express for a hassle-free journey.
Coming from Belfast? Take our 785 service!
If you're traveling from Northern Ireland, the Dublin Express 785 service is the best way to reach the city.
✅ Direct service from Belfast to Dublin City Centre
✅ Comfortable seating & extra legroom
✅ High-speed Wi-Fi & USB charging ports to keep you connected
Flying in? Our 782,783 & 784 routes have you covered!

If you’re arriving at Dublin Airport, our 782,783 & 784 services will take you directly to Dublin City Centre—so you won’t miss a moment of the action.

Why Travel with Dublin Express?
🚍 Frequent and reliable services connecting Dublin’s key locations.
💰 Affordable fares, with a 20% discount for groups of 20+ passengers.
📍 Direct routes from Dublin Airport & Belfast to the city centre.
Skip the stress of finding transport during the busy festival weekend—book your tickets with Dublin Express today and focus on celebrating!

Make the Most of St. Patrick’s Day 2025!
Whether you’re soaking in the magic of the Parade, solving clues in the Treasure Hunt, or dancing the day away at the Céilí Mór, Dublin is the place to be this March.
🎟 Book your Dublin Express tickets now and enjoy a smooth, comfortable, and stress-free journey to the biggest celebration of Irish culture in the world!