Where you can celebrate by Land or Lough in #IrelandsOnlyIslandTown

Everyone is welcome to join us in Enniskillen on Monday & Tuesday, 16–17 March 2026, for a fully inclusive programme celebrating everything traditionally St Patrick — reimagined in a modern, community-centred way.

The celebrations kick off with an atmospheric evening at the historic Enniskillen Castle, featuring a live outdoor rock-folk gig by The Porter Belly’s, alongside fantastic food and drink vendors and the licensed horse-box bar, The Merry Mare.

The real show-stopper? A glistening illuminated flotilla on Lough Erne — a truly unforgettable spectacle. (Wrap up warm to enjoy it at its best!)

Last year’s events attracted over 5,000 attendees, and in 2026 we’re encouraging visitors to make the most of it with overnight or long-weekend stays ahead of the main day’s festivities.

Our much-loved FREE Family Fun Day takes place on Tuesday 17 March, now extended to 1.00–3.30pm, offering an incredible mix of activities on land and on lough, made possible by the generosity of our brilliant local businesses.

The parade begins at 3.30pm on Tuesday 17 March, lasting over an hour and weaving its way across the bridges of our island town. Expect a growing blend of traditional floats and modern carnival-style entries, enjoyed from anywhere along the route.*

This year’s theme, “Shamrocks & Shared Stories”, reflects our  micro-festival’s reputation as a genuinely cross-community, destination celebration.

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* Limited disabled parking will be available along the parade route, so please plan ahead. Anyone wishing to avail of a quiet space at any stage of St Patrick’s Day is encouraged to contact us in advance at info@projectstpatrick.com.