Your guide to Thomastown’s Wheelbarrow Parade this St Patrick’s Day - Kilkenny Live
Thomastown’s annual Wheelbarrow Parade takes place this St Patrick’s Day, with on-the-day registration at The Quay, a 12 noon start, an 'Anything Goes!' theme and a full programme of family entertainment
One of Kilkenny’s most unusual and much-loved St Patrick’s Day events returns to Thomastown today, with creativity, colour and community spirit being the order of the day!
The annual Wheelbarrow Parade gets under way at 12 noon this Monday, March 17, with on-the-day registration open at The Quay from 11.15am to 11.45am.
This year’s theme is 'Anything Goes!', with organisers inviting individuals, families, clubs, businesses and community groups to let their imaginations run wild.
The event has become a standout part of St Patrick’s Day in Kilkenny, with entrants challenged to turn an ordinary wheelbarrow into something eye-catching and fun.
But the parade is only part of the attraction.
Organisers are promising a full day of family-friendly entertainment in Thomastown, including music, face painting, traditional Irish dancing, food and a children’s disco.
At a glance
What: Thomastown Wheelbarrow Parade
When: Monday, March 17, 2026
Registration: The Quay, 11.15am to 11.45am
Start time: 12 noon
Theme: Anything Goes!
Who can enter: Individuals, families, groups, clubs, businesses and associations
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What else is happening: Music, face painting, Irish dancing, food and children’s disco!