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Fireworks lit up the night sky over Kilkenny City last night, ushering in St Patrick's Day.
Crowds packed along the city streets including John's Bridge and the Lady Desart Bridge to watch the spectacle.
Kilkenny’s St Patrick’s Festival has seen two days of free performances on the Festival Stage, with the live music drawing large crowds. The events are taking place amid the vibrant atmosphere of the Festival Market, with performances continuing into the evening.
Among the standout moments of the weekend was the arrival of five American Marching Bands making their way through the City, and last night's annual Festival Fireworks Display.
Sunday’s programme featured an eclectic mix of musical and dance performances, including Buíoch and the Lady Desart Choir. World Champion Irish Dancer Kilkenny’s Zahra Khodabachsh gave a striking performance alongside renowned drummer Jeremy Hickey (RSAG).
Monday’s celebrations continue today, with festival favourites The Hit Machine, a Celtic drumming ensemble and a headline performance from the award-winning band Kíla, drawing another successful St Patrick's Festival to a close in Kilkenny. The parade is shortly about to get under way.
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