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The City of Dublin Prepares for the Greenest, Grandest Parade of the Year

(Dublin, Ohio) — Luck be the Irish, it’s time for the Dublin St. Patrick’s Day Parade! The festivities will be led by this year’s Grand Leprechaun, Barb Anderson, 11 a.m. Saturday, March 15.

The parade route begins at Metro Center and continues through Historic Dublin. The parade will feature approximately 110 groups, including marching bands, equestrian teams, floats and novelty or antique vehicles.

Grab your greenest gear or your favorite leprechaun hat and meet us at the “Greenest, Grandest Parade” to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Dublin style.

Schedule of Events
7:30 to 11 a.m. — Pancake Breakfast | Presented by the Dublin Lion’s Club | Sells Middle School, 150 W. Bridge Street
11 a.m. — St. Patrick’s Day Parade | Presented by the City of Dublin | Metro Center through Historic Dublin Sponsored by OhioHealth
The parade will go on rain or shine. City officials will only cancel the event for severe weather.

The following streets will be closed to traffic or have limited access from approximately 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, March 15.

Limited | 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Access to Metro Center through Metro Place South to Metro Place North from Double Tree Hotel to Frantz Road

Closed | 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Metro Place North at Frantz Road

Closed | 10:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
S.R. 161 and Riverside Drive roundabout (Use traffic detour through Bridge Park)
Eastbound US 33 at 1-270 Interstate 1-270 Northbound and Southbound ramps to S.R. 161/Bridge Street.

Closed | 10:25 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Frantz Road at Metro Place North to W. Bridge Street
W. Bridge Street at Frantz Road to Riverside Drive
South High Street at Bridge Street to Waterford Drive

Limited | 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Waterford Drive at South High Street to Monterey Drive
Monterey Drive at Waterford Drive to Frantz Road

For more traffic impacts, visit DublinOhioUSA.gov/community-events/st-patricks-day-parade/

Parade Accessibility
For those requiring accessible seating and transportation accommodations, the City of Dublin ensures everyone can partake in the festivities comfortably. Accessible parking at Sells Middle School (150 W. Bridge Street) and viewing areas (Mr. Tire, 218 W. Bridge Street) are available on a first-come, first-served basis along the parade route to provide optimal viewing for individuals with mobility challenges or other special needs. The Dublin Connector will be available to transport residents 55 or older and individuals with disabilities, ensuring convenient access for all. Learn more.

Parking & Transportation
There are many places to park outside the parade route, including Bridge Park and parts of Historic Dublin. To eliminate traffic, the City encourages parade goers to walk, bike or carpool.

Take a Safe Ride

The City partners with Safe Ride of Central Ohio to offer discounted rides so patrons can enjoy the festivities safely. Use Lyft code DUBSPD25 for a discount of up to $10 off your ride to or from events like the St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Downtown Dublin St. Paddy’s Day Pub Crawl. Offer good March 13-17. Learn more.

About the City of Dublin, Ohio, USA
Dublin is a city of around 50,000 residents located just northwest of Columbus, Ohio. It offers residents and corporate citizens responsive services, attractive housing, superior public education, direct regional highway access, abundant park space, thoughtful and strategic planning, innovative ideas and technology and a dynamic community life. Dublin is ranked the number one small city in Ohio and is consistently ranked one of the safest cities in the nation. It is home to more than 20 corporate headquarters, an entrepreneurial center, 4,300+ businesses, world-class events and the urban, walkable Bridge Street District. For more information, visit DublinOhioUSA.gov or call 614.410.4400.

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Media Contact:
Madi Kregel
Public Information Officer
614.917.3080 – Cell
614.410.4509 – Desk
mkregel@dublin.oh.us
Newsroom: https://dublinohiousa.gov/newsroom/

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