‘Cúpla focal’ as Tralee embraced the magic of st. Patrick’s day

Thousands of spectators gathered to enjoy the Capital’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Kerry, which was mostly dry throughout the day. The parade celebrated the Irish language with the theme of “Cúpla Focal,” led by Community Garda Mary Gardiner as the Grand Marshal. The event was a showcase of Tralee’s community spirit, with a range of businesses, clubs, volunteer groups, and bands taking part in the parade, featuring creative floats, vibrant marching bands, dancers, traditional Irish music, and street theatre spectacles from Artastic, a renowned street theatre company from Kildare. The St. Patrick’s Day committee collaborated with Tralee Chamber Alliance and Kerry County Council, and parade directors Oliver Hurley and Ken Murphy were thrilled with the success of the event. Colette O’Connor, Tralee Chamber CEO, noted the sense of community that made Tralee shine on days like this. This year’s parade proved to be a visual feast for all attendees and showcased the best of Irish culture and community spirit.

Mayor of Tralee, Cllr Mikey Sheehy, emphasized that the parade was a

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day to celebrate Irish heritage and history, and this year’s parade was presented by the cultural communities that make up the town. Parade-goers were treated to large, colorful signage in the shape of speech bubbles that featured Irish phrases like “Slainte,” “Céad Míle Fáilte,” “Ciarraí Abú,” and “An bhfuil cad agam.”

The parade was just one of the many events and activities that took place in Tralee on St. Patrick’s Day. The town was alive with music, dancing, food, and fun, creating a lively and festive atmosphere that delighted locals and visitors alike. Overall, the event was a wonderful display of Tralee’s community spirit and rich Irish culture.