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The Newry and Downpatrick St Patrick’s Day preparations are well underway with events in both locations from 12noon to 4pm on 17 March.
In Newry there's something for all the family based around Hill Street and McClelland Park, including free face painting and climbing walls. Live music and dance will attract crowds to Marcus Square and Margaret Square, featuring the ever-popular Ceili, quirky music from the Nooks, songs from Gavin Gribben, who is making waves in the country and Irish Music scene, and lively trad music from local band, Gaolta.
Newry and Mourne Museum will also have a range of activities from arts and crafts to music and sensory play sessions.
The St Patrick's Day Parade in Newry will have plenty of dancing and pageantry along with street performers and plenty of community groups represented.
An outdoor fire performance, Fireside Stories by renowned circus company, Nikki & JD and Lost Dog is also taking place in Newry on 14 March at 7.30pm.
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Pete Byrne said, “I am delighted that our traditional St Patrick’s Day festivities will return to the heart of Newry and Downpatrick on Monday 17 March. All are welcome to come and celebrate with us and experience the spectacle of our parades, our cultural delights and free family fun activities.”
More information can be found at www.visitmournemountains.co.uk
