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The 37th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade and Festival Saturday, March 11, 2017 Parade Start Time - 10:30am Festival Hours - 9:00am - 6:00pm |
K-12 Art Contest Winners - First Place in Each Level
Stephen P. Gr. 1 Melissa Gr. 4 Isabella H. Grade 7 Maya W. Gr. 11
2016 Distinguished Dignitaries and Honorees
San Diego Woman of the Year - Kathleen Bade
San Diego Man of the Year - Greg Magill
Grand Marshal, Vice Consul - Kevin Byrne
Irish Woman of the Year - Maeve Rochford
Irish Man of the Year - Frances Kilgallon
San Diego Man of the Year - Greg Magill
Grand Marshal, Vice Consul - Kevin Byrne
Irish Woman of the Year - Maeve Rochford
Irish Man of the Year - Frances Kilgallon
Take Part in Our Aer Lingus Ticket Drawing
To celebrate Aer Lingus’s new flights, we are raffling off two sets of round trip tickets to Ireland. Purchase a ticket at our booth in the Festival area. Tickets are $10.00 each or 3 for $25.00. The Aer Lingus drawing will be held at the 1916 Centenary Concert at the Shiley Theater at University of San Diego on April, 16, 2016. Winner need not be present to win. For complete information on their new nonstop service from Los Angeles to Dublin, which begins May 4, 2016, please visit their promotional website.
2016 Parade Theme: commemoration of the 1916 Easter Rising
The Irish Government Launches Year of Commemorations for 1916 Easter Rising
Amidst the chaos of the First World War, 1916 saw a small uprising by republicans in Dublin take hold of the country. The 1916 Easter Rising set off a series of events - the War of Independence, the Irish Civil War and the Partition of Ireland - that ultimately lead to establishment of the Irish Free State in 1922. The Ireland 2016 Centenary Program calls on the people of Ireland and the Irish Diaspora around the world to remember those that fought for independence, and to reflect on the legacy of the last 100 years.
- excerpt from Centenary News
Fore more information on the 1916 Easter Rising, please view our historical page.
View Google Presents Dublin Rising 1916-2016
Presented by the Irish Government and narrated by Colin Farrell
View First Look: 1916 The Irish Rebellion
Presented by IrishCentral and narrated by Liam Neeson
Amidst the chaos of the First World War, 1916 saw a small uprising by republicans in Dublin take hold of the country. The 1916 Easter Rising set off a series of events - the War of Independence, the Irish Civil War and the Partition of Ireland - that ultimately lead to establishment of the Irish Free State in 1922. The Ireland 2016 Centenary Program calls on the people of Ireland and the Irish Diaspora around the world to remember those that fought for independence, and to reflect on the legacy of the last 100 years.
- excerpt from Centenary News
Fore more information on the 1916 Easter Rising, please view our historical page.
View Google Presents Dublin Rising 1916-2016
Presented by the Irish Government and narrated by Colin Farrell
View First Look: 1916 The Irish Rebellion
Presented by IrishCentral and narrated by Liam Neeson
2016 St. Patrick's day Parade and festival sponsors
The Irish Congress of Southern California would like to thank the generous sponsors for making the 36th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival possible and for their commitment to our Irish community.
Principle Sponsor: City of San Diego commission for Arts and Culture
The City of San Diego Commission for Arts and Culture serves in an advisory capacity to the Mayor and City Council on promoting, encouraging and increasing support for the region's artistic and cultural assets, integrating arts and culture into community life and showcasing San Diego as an international tourist destination. San Diego's vibrant arts & culture scene teems with lively performances, thought-provoking exhibitions, and engaging historic sites and monuments. From the 16 museums located just within Balboa Park, two Tony® Award-winning theaters, historic sites, public art, music, dance, film, galleries, missions and a multitude of other cultural offerings, there's always something in San Diego to engage your senses and enrich your mind.
Principle Sponsor: Irish Abroad
Irish Abroad is a social and business networking organization for Irish people abroad and in Ireland. IrishAbroad.com is an online community with over 250,000 members worldwide. The site is for Irish expats, descendants and any person with an interest in Ireland. Their grant program supports organizations whose focus is to preserve Irish culture in their community.
Presenting Sponsor: Guinness
Guinness is an Irish dry stout that originated in the brewery of Arthur Guinness at St. James's Gate, Dublin. Guinness is one of the most successful beer brands worldwide. It is brewed in almost 60 countries and is available in over 120 countries.We are to have Guiness as our Presenting Sponsor for over three decades. Why not join a friend or two in our Beer Garden and enjoy a pint?
FESTIVAL GRAND SPONSOR: Sullivan Solar Power
Founded almost ten years ago by Irish-American Daniel Sullivan, Sullivan Solar Power is the largest employer of Irish-Americans in San Diego. Throughout their thirty year history, Sullivan Solar Power has installed over 4,000 systems throughout Southern California. homes, businesses, colleges, police stations, United States Military offices – they have done it all. Learn More
Emerald Main Stage Sponsor: Anderson Plumbing, Heating and air
Their slogan, “Nobody wows clients like we do!” is the driving force behind our company whether it is plumbing, heating or air conditioning. Founded in 1978, they have over 35 years in business and have been privileged to serve over half a million residential and commercial customers in San Diego county.
Festival Tshirt Sponsor: The Field Irish Pub
A hundred thousand welcomes to The Field, San Diego's most Authentic Irish Pub and Restaurant. Join us in our turn of the century Irish pub shipped literally piece by piece from Ireland and relocated in the heart of San Diego's Historic Gaslamp Quarter. As soon as you walk through the door you will be enveloped by the warm relaxing atmosphere of an old Irish country pub.Irish people the world over have earned a reputation for their friendliness and hospitality, so our crew will make you feel welcome and relaxed as soon as you meet them. Come join us!
Community Sponsor: Walmart
Walmart believes in operating globally and giving back locally – creating impact in the neighborhoods where we live and work. Through the Community Grant Program, our associates are proud to support the needs of their communities by providing grants to local organizations.
Community Sponsor: Scottish Treasures, Coronado, California
Scottish Treasures Celtic Corner is a family owned and operated business in Coronado, California. We started attending Scottish events in 1989 and then in 1998 opened our store in Coronado. We pride ourselves in offering top quality imports from Scotland, Ireland, England and Wales. We feature many unique products, some of which won't be seen anywhere else in the United States. From kilt rentals to having a hand made in Scotland made to measure kilt, to full line of accessories, ladies wear, kilts for kids, jewelry, and much more. For more information, please visit the store website.
Community Partner: San Diego Tourism Authority
The San Diego Tourism Authority mission is to drive visitor demand to economically benefit the San Diego region. Tourism is the second largest segment of San Diego's economy and employs approximately 170,300 people. The San Diego Tourism Authority is a private, non-profit, mutual benefit corporation composed of approximately 1,000 member organizations, businesses, local governments, and individuals seeking a better community through the visitor industry. San Diego Tourism Authority members include tourism-related entities in such categories as lodging, dining, arts & attractions, shopping, and transportation, among others, as well as other companies indirectly involved in tourism.
2016 Parade and Festival COMMUNITY Media Partners
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Television
Fox 5 San Diego Morning News Featured on Friday March 11, 2016 CW6 San Diego Living Featured on Friday March 7, 2016 |
RADIO, PRINT & TV SCHEDULE
FOR THE WEEK Radio
Follow your favorite radio stations as they provide you with helpful event information throughout the week. The San Diego Reader Find us on page 83. (March 3, 2016 issue) San Diego Union Tribune San Diego Day and Night Featured on Thursday, March 10, 2016 Vida Latina San Diego Feature running through March 12, 2016 |
Support the San Diego St. Patrick's Day Parade Through Sponsorship
..it's a great exposure for your organization.
The San Diego St. Patrick's Day Parade and Festival reaches almost 40,000 people who line the streets of 5th Avenue to watch the parade and return to 6th Avenue for festival fun, which includes fun for the whole family! There is live entertainment, a Kids Zone, a Celtic Village, more than 120 vendor booth featuring traditional Irish cuisine and merchandise, and a beer garden featuring Guinness (of course!).
What better way to promote your organization or company than by through sponsorship of the Parade and Festival.
There are all sorts of sponsorship opportunities to fit every budget...from ads in our program book to stage and festival sponsorship and everything in between. And no matter what level of sponsorship you choose, your generosity will support the West Coast’s most beloved Irish Parade and Festival!
For complete information, please visit our Sponsorship page.
The San Diego St. Patrick's Day Parade and Festival reaches almost 40,000 people who line the streets of 5th Avenue to watch the parade and return to 6th Avenue for festival fun, which includes fun for the whole family! There is live entertainment, a Kids Zone, a Celtic Village, more than 120 vendor booth featuring traditional Irish cuisine and merchandise, and a beer garden featuring Guinness (of course!).
What better way to promote your organization or company than by through sponsorship of the Parade and Festival.
There are all sorts of sponsorship opportunities to fit every budget...from ads in our program book to stage and festival sponsorship and everything in between. And no matter what level of sponsorship you choose, your generosity will support the West Coast’s most beloved Irish Parade and Festival!
For complete information, please visit our Sponsorship page.
