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Dublin’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival 2026

Saturday, March 14, 2026 - 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE
Dublin Civic Center | 100 Civic Plaza, Dublin, CA
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Dublin’s St. Patrick’s Day Festival & Parade 2026 (March 14-15)

City of Dublin

Where else but Dublin would you want to celebrate St Patrick’s Day? Come out for a free, memorable and authentic Irish experience.

Experience the Emerald Isle with no passports required! Come to the City of Dublin’s St. Patrick’s Day Festival to find three stages of Irish music and dance; authentic Irish food and beverages; more than 250 fine arts and commercial vendors, including an Irish Marketplace; roaming leprechauns and bagpipers; carnival rides; and an Irish Tea Cottage.

Dublin’s 2026 St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
March 14-15, 2026 | 10 am to 5 pm
> Parade: 9:30 am on Saturday, March 14
Dublin Civic Center, 1000 Civic Plaza
FREE

42nd Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival

The 42nd St. Patrick’s Day Parade will be held on Saturday, March 14 at 9:30 a.m. The parade will kick off at Dublin Boulevard and Amador Plaza Road, traveling east on Dublin Boulevard, north on Village Parkway, and west on Amador Valley Boulevard, ending near the Dublin Senior Center.

Things to Do at the Festival

Entertainment – Three Stages of Irish Music and Dance!

You’ll find everything from traditional Irish folk music to Celtic Rock and bagpipes performing throughout Saturday and Sunday on two stages. And don’t miss the Irish Dancers performing continuously on the Dance Stage.

Food and Drink – An International Food Court!

An expanded Irish menu will feature corned beef sliders; Irish bangers and mash; Guinness-marinated tri-tip on Irish soda bread; boxty; and, of course, fish and chips! Traditional festival favorites like kettle corn and corn dogs, along with international choices, such as teriyaki chicken and beef kabobs, will also be served.

Shopping – Over 250 Booths!

The Irish Marketplace will feature unique Celtic artwork, Irish tartans, hand knit wool sweaters, shawls, beautiful Celtic jewelry, and more!  Other vendors will include arts and crafts booths, commercial vendors, non-profits groups, and sponsors.

Carnival Rides

  • Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  • Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Irish Tea Cottage

Enjoy lively Irish music along with a steaming cup of Irish tea, served with delicious shortbread and scones. Open Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Admission is $7 per person and includes a commemorative mug, tea, and pastries.

Directions & Parking for the 2026 St. Patrick’s Day Festival 

Festival Location

  • Dublin Civic Center – 100 Civic Plaza, Dublin, CA
  • Festival Dates & Hours: Saturday, March 14, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Sunday, March 15, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Festival Parking at These Locations:

  • Crossroads Office Center – 6375-6377 Clark Ave.
  • DSRSD – 7051 Dublin Blvd.
  • 6400 Sierra Ct. (front lot only)
  • Ewing Irrigation – 6640 Sierra Ln.
  • James Allyn Printing – 6575 Trinity Ct.
  • Zeiss Meditec – 5300 Central Pkwy. (Shuttle Stop)

No Festival Parking at These Locations:

  • 6333 Sierra Ct.
  • 6700 Sierra Ct.
  • 6450 Trinity Ct.
  • 6805 Sierra Ct.
  • 6444 Sierra Ct.
  • 6999 Dublin Blvd.
  • 6360 Clark Ave.
  • 6450 Dublin Blvd.
  • 6400 Sierra Ct.
  • 6715-6743 Dublin Blvd.
  • 6250 Village Pkwy.

Free Shuttle Services

  • Shuttle services run between designated parking lots and the festival grounds.
  • Shuttle Stops:
    • Zeiss Meditec – 5300 Central Pkwy.
    • Designated shuttle stops near assigned parking lots.

Public Transportation

  • BART: The Dublin/Pleasanton BART station is the closest stop.
  • Free Bus Rides: LAVTA Rapid 30R is available to East and West Dublin BART stations.

Upcoming Dublin’s St. Patrick’s Day Festival & Parade 2026 (March 14-15) Events

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE
Categories: **Annual Event**, *Top Pick*, East Bay, Eating & Drinking, Fairs & Festivals, In Person, Kids & Families, Live Music, Monthly Top 10 Preview - March, St. Patrick's Day, Weekend Events Guide – March 15-17, 2024
Address: 100 Civic Plaza, Dublin, CA

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