The Brisbane Irish Festival
The Brisbane Irish Festival is a long-standing annual event that promotes and celebrates the occasion of St Patrick’s Day, Irish culture, and its contribution to the state of Queensland. Come and join us as we paint the town green again in March 2025.
Support the 2025 parade and Brisbane Irish Festival
The Brisbane St. Patrick’s Day relies upon funding and the support and generosity of local businesses to hold this community-run parade. All proceeds help fund the St Patrick’s Day Parade and promote the Brisbane Irish festival.
Donate
Help support the Brisbane St Patrick’s Day. Parade.
Advertise
Advertise in the 2025 Brisbane Irish Festival Program.
Parade particpation
Applications to Participate in the 2025 Brisbane St Patrick’s Day Parade are not yet open.
2024 Parade theme
In 2024, the parade embraced the captivating theme of ‘Irish Myths and Legends,’ delving into Ireland’s abundant heritage of folklore, enchantment, and narrative traditions that have left an indelible mark on the world.
2025 Brisbane Irish Festival Events
News and updates
9 News Coverage
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7 News Coverage
Many thanks to 7 News for their parade coverage. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rsttYYr_J6w
Sásta
Well, it’s that time of year again as we approach St. Patrick’s Day when all Irish bands get frantic phone calls from booking agents and venues all over Australia! We’ve performed in Melbourne and Sydney for the past few Paddy’s Days, but we’re delighted to be back in...
The 2024 Brisbane Irish Festival sponsors
The Brisbane Irish Festival would like to thank our major supporters and sponsors for their support during 2024
Brisbane City Council, Queensland State Government, the Emigrant Support Program in the Dept. of Foreign Affairs & Trade (Irish Govt.), The Star Entertainment Group and Gilhooley’s Irish Pub & Restaurant. Silver sponsors: Irish Murphy’s, Bronze sponsors: St. Joseph’s College – Gregory Terrace, St. Patrick’s College – Shorncliffe and The Prince Consort Hotel.