Cherry Orchard area will host second St Patrick’s Day parade

CHERRY Orchard will be hosting their second St Patrick’s parade this year on Friday March 15.

It is supported by Dublin City Council and showcases the best of the community of Cherry Orchard, with representation from many groups, clubs, organisations and St Ultan’s primary school.

Final details for the Cherry Orchard parade are currently being organised, including who the grand marshal will be, and the start time is yet to be confirmed.

In 2023, Cherry Orchard’s first St Patrick’s parade was a resounding success with a great turnout.

Fr Michael Murtagh, parish priest Cherry Orchard hailed all the local community groups and activities who helped to make it an “excellent day.”

RTE cameras were also in attendance to capture the festivities – a segment of the parade appearing on the national broadcaster in their coverage of parades across the country later that day.

The decision by Cherry Orchard Community Services to host the parade, was a welcome one for residents, and it brought together a celebration of diversity, strength and community spirit.

The parade featured Irish music, local groups, little tots, and local children.

Work behind the scene for the 2023 parade was carried out by St Ultan’s campus, Community Creches, Babes in the Wood and Cherry Orchard Creche, Cherry Orchard Integrated Youth Services, Blue Door (BSII), Dublin City Council, Most Holy Sacrament Parish Church,  Cherry Orchard Community Centre, Cherry Orchard Boxing Club, Twirlers Dance Troupe and Cherry Orchard Running Club.

The parade started from Cherry Orchard Integrated Youth Services, Equine Centre, and proceeded through Cherry Orchard Avenue.