Residents in Luton, Bedfordshire, will mark St. Patrick’s Day with a town centre parade and a community festival on Saturday 14 March 2026. The weekend of activities is designed to celebrate Irish culture and bring people from across the area together for a public celebration.
The Luton Irish Forum is the main organiser of the parade and the festival stage in St George’s Square, which runs from 10.30am to 4pm. Visitors can also watch Irish dancing performances at the Central Square in Luton Point shopping centre between 11am and 3.35pm.
Local venues including the Hat Factory Arts Centre, The George II, and The Castle Live are hosting music and after-parties during the weekend. These events are highlighted by Step Forward Luton as part of a push to showcase the variety of cultural activities available in the town.
The local band Missing The Ferry will perform during the celebrations as part of the cultural lineup. These festivities serve as a major highlight in the town’s calendar and focus on the positive community spirit found in the local area.
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