Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Templemore’s 2025 Celebration

Templemore once again embraced the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day with a family-day of music, dance, and cultural performances. The town came alive with energy, thanks to the dedication of local organizers, volunteers, and performers who made this event a great success.

Thomas McDonagh Pipe Band: 61 Years of Tradition

Kicking off the festivities was the legendary Thomas McDonagh Pipe Band, celebrating 61 years of continuous performances on St. Patrick’s Day. Their music echoed through the town, setting the stage for an great celebration.

A Community United: Organizers and Volunteers

None of this would have been possible without the unwavering efforts of the Templemore Traders, Development Association and Volunteers, who worked tirelessly to ensure a seamless and enjoyable event for all. Their dedication to bringing the community together deserves immense appreciation. Huge thanks therefore to Mary O’Shea (MC on the day), Catherine Egan-O’Brien, Michael O’Brien, Laura O’Connor, Dorothy Finnerty, Mary Frances Kennedy, Deirdre Ryan and Kevin Ludlow and the many volunteers who helped out on the day.

Young Talent from Cill Shléibhe Comhaltas

Templemore’s rich musical heritage was beautifully represented by young musicians from Cill Shléibhe Comhaltas. Cara Kennedy, Ella Fogarty, Paudie Barrett, and Saoirse Fogarty delighted audiences with their incredible traditional music performances, highlighting the bright future of Irish music.

A Spectacular Performance from Our Lady’s Secondary School

The talented students from Our Lady’s Secondary School Templemore impressed the audience with their vibrant performance. Their hard work and dedication to the arts continue to bring outstanding productions to the community, with great excitement already building for next year’s showcase which will be Shrek so we can all look forward to that.

The Strolling Bones: A Crowd Favorite

A highlight of the day was the fantastic performance by The Strolling Bones, who once again thrilled the crowd with their signature style. A special mention to Michael Ryan for adding an extra layer of entertainment with his unique bird calls and of course to Fran Denny, a firm favourite and musical stalwart in Templemore and finally to Beardle Barry who you will also have seen at the opening of the parade with the Thomas McDonagh Pipe Band on the bass drum.

St. Colmcilles’ Powerful Irish Haka

One of the most exciting moments of the day was the wonderful Irish Haka performed by the young warriors of St. Colmcilles. Their powerful and passionate display was a true testament to their dedication and cultural pride, earning them a well-deserved round of applause.

A Day to Remember

St. Patrick’s Day 2025 in Templemore was a shining example of community spirit, cultural appreciation, and joyful celebration. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who played a part in making this event so special. Here’s to another fantastic celebration next year!