(Dublin, Ohio) — The City of Dublin’s 2022 St. Patrick’s Day Parade is canceled for Saturday, March 12. Due to the forecasted freezing temperatures and high winds, the City has decided to cancel the event out of an abundance of caution for the safety of the event’s spectators, participants and staff.
Instead, the City will host a community celebration on St. Patrick’s Day, March 17, when the forecast is more favorable.
The City’s Riverside Celebration event will continue as planned for Friday, March 11. A grand dedication of The Dublin Link and Riverside Crossing Park will take place starting at 6 p.m. in the park’s East Plaza across the street from Bridge Park.
According to the National Weather Service, the current forecast for Saturday is as follows:
- A chance of snow before 1 p.m., then a slight chance of snow showers after 1 p.m. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 27. Northwest wind 13 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New snow accumulation of less than one inch possible.
The forecasted winds of 13 to 17 mph, as well as gusts up to 28 mph, would create an unsafe environment for the parade balloons and the strolling entertainment groups, including stilt walkers.
“The health and safety of this community and our parade participants is the City’s top priority,” said Director of Community Events Alison LeRoy. “Although we will miss gathering for the much-anticipated return of the St. Patrick’s Day Parade, we are looking forward to hosting a community celebration on St. Patrick’s Day.”
The Dublin St. Patrick’s Day Family Celebration will take place from 4:30-7 p.m. at Coffman Park. Read more information.
“Fortunately, this community has demonstrated time and time again our agility and resilience,” LeRoy said. “We appreciate everyone’s support as we once again, reimagine a community event together due to uncontrollable circumstances.”
In addition to the parade cancelation, the Dublin Lion’s Club Pancake Breakfast at Sells Middle School is also canceled due to the predicted weather conditions.
Other Fun Things To Do Around Dublin
St. Patrick’s Day Festival at Fadó Pub & Kitchen
The St. Patrick’s Day Festival at Fadó Pub & Kitchen will continue as planned. The tented event takes place from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Longshore Street in Bridge Park. Tickets are $20 per person. Enjoy live Irish music, good eats and great drinks.
Riverside Celebration
The Central Ohio community is invited to attend the Riverside Celebration. Join the City of Dublin at the East Plaza, across the street from Bridge Park, starting at 6 p.m. Friday, March 11, 2022, to celebrate the long-awaited dedication of The Dublin Link pedestrian bridge, which was rescheduled from March 2020. In addition to dedicating Dublin’s world-renowned landmark, Riverside Crossing Park will officially open, which marks Dublin’s 64th park.
Riverside Crossing Park Ice Rink
It’s the final weekend for the Riverside Crossing Park ice rink. The 3,200-square-foot temporary ice rink is situated at 6635 Riverside Dr. in the lower plaza on the east side of The Dublin Link pedestrian bridge. Admission is $10 per person and skate rental is included.
The hours for the last weekend of the season are 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, March 11, noon to 9 p.m. Saturday, March 12 and noon to 6 p.m. Sunday, March 13. At this time, the ice rink is planned to be closed from 6-7 p.m. Friday, March 11, for a weather-dependent ice skating performance that will take place during the City’s Riverside Celebration event.
Irish Fairy Door Trail
For the young and young at heart, go on the hunt for fairies in Downtown Dublin! Visit Dublin Ohio recently updated their Irish Fairy Door Trail. There are 11 new fairies to find throughout Historic Dublin and Bridge Park. Along with new fairies, there are new Fairy Door Trail t-shirts available for those who complete the trail. Those who would like to participate can pick up a trail guide at Visit Dublin Ohio’s Visitor & Information Center (9 S. High St.) to start their search for these magical creatures!
Celtic Cocktail Trail
Another way to get in the Irish spirit and stay warm during this cooler weather is to go on the Celtic Cocktail Trail around Dublin! Enjoy craft cocktails with an Irish twist at 18 unique destinations to redeem great prizes. Simply download your pass and you’re ready to go!
Plus, there are plenty of great places to dine, shop and play in Downtown Dublin both in Bridge Park and Historic Dublin. We encourage the community to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day any day in Dublin, Ohio, USA.
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