2010 Press Releases
CONTACT:
Lorri Miller
Lorri.miller@ci.dublin.ca.us
(925) 556-4508
Where else but Dublin . . . would you want to celebrate St Patrick's Day? So why not join us for a memorable and authentic Irish experience?
The City of Dublin's St Patrick's Day Festival is held at the Dublin Civic Center (parking lot) from 10am to 5pm on Saturday and Sunday, March 13th and 14th. With over 100 craft and commercial vendor booths, an international food court, [3] stages of authentic Irish entertainment, sheep herding, carnival rides and attractions - you really can be Irish for the weekend! Don't forget to stop by the Irish Tea Cottage (in the Library Program Room) to enjoy a Celtic harpist, storytelling, crafts, knitting and of course, tea!
Best of all. . . there is no charge for admission to the festival and parking is also FREE.
If you live outside the tri-valley area - You can even take BART to the event!
The Annual Firefighter's Pancake Breakfast at Fire Station #16 (located on Donohue Drive and Amador Valley Blvd) on Saturday morning - with those yummy green pancakes ready at 7am. Tickets can be purchased at the door for $5 each.
Then you'll have plenty of time to head over to Amador Valley Blvd or Village Parkway and find a good seat for the Dublin Lions Club Parade (don't forget, there are bleacher seats available on Amador Valley Blvd near Lucky Pizza).Over 80 entries - equestrian riders, clowns, local marching bands, bagpipes, and more step-off promptly at 9:30am.
And on Sunday morning, you'll want to grab your running shoes and join in the Shamrock 5K Fun Run and Walk. This is a certified 3.5 mile course, has great prizes with pre & post activities located right at the festival! Register on-line at Active.com or download an application from the event website.
The celebration will also include two other great activities: the Green & White Gala sponsored by the Sister City Organization will be held on Friday, March 12th at the Dublin Senior Center. Tickets are only $65 per person - call (925) 829-4758 to make reservations.
If you're looking to dance the night away - Lady K and the Kings of Swing will be performing at the Dublin Senior Center on Saturday, March 13that 7pm. Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the door.
Check out www.DUBLINSTPATS.com for more information.