
This is one of the largest
St. Patrick's Day celebrations in the Mid-Atlantic
region, and it grows larger every year!
Break out the green and
bring the entire family to be part of this
annual
Roanoke, VA tradition! Whether you're Irish
or just Irish for a day - it's
sure to be your lucky day because all the festivities
are FREE!
The festivities will take place on Saturday,
March 15, 2008.
Be one the thousands of
people who come to enjoy the award-winning
McDonald's St. Patrick's Day Parade. The parade
features over 100 entries that range from clowns
to dogs to Harleys to llamas; there is something
for everyone to say the least including pipe
and drum bands from throughout the region!
After the parade, come enjoy the SunTrust Celtic
Festival featuring traditional Irish pipe and
drum bands, dancers, headlined by the New York
based Celtic rock band - Finn's Fury.
Vendors will offer a
variety of food including authentic Irish and
Scottish fare and crafters
will feature traditional Celtic goods including
jewelry, handmade sweaters,
and countless other crafts and products.