Longford Town’s 2026 St Patrick’s Day Parade has been hailed a fantastic success, with over 60 floats and entries reflecting the remarkable community spirit at the heart of the celebration. Longford Live photographer Shelley Corcoran captured this gallery of pictures from the presentation of prizes and we hope you enjoy them. READ MORE BELOW PHOTO PICTURES | North Longford community spirit sparkles at brilliant Ballinamuck St Patrick's parade CAPTION: Members of Longford Pony Club receiving their award for Best Overall Entry Picture: Shelley Corcoran Dry weather held long enough for crowds to enjoy a bright, lively afternoon from Connolly Barracks through the Town Centre. This year’s theme, “Amuigh Faoin Spéir – Out in the Open,” inspired a colourful mix of music, performance, creativity and community pride. Master of Ceremonies Tony Ghee guided the event, while Reverend Nigel Gill and Fr James McKiernan offered the traditional blessing of the shamrock. The Peter Keenan Branch O.N.E. and Longford Pipe Band led the parade, followed by Grand Marshal Michael Keenan, Chairperson of Longford Tidy Towns. Spectators warmly welcomed him and his many years of community service. The vibrant mix of cultural groups, schools, clubs, businesses, performers, emergency services and community organisations delivered a lively and diverse event for the thousands in attendance. PICTURES | Bumper Longford St Patrick's Day parade features wonderful music and floats The parade also featured enhanced accessibility supports, including a sensory viewing area on Bridge Street and a wheelchair-accessible zone in Centenary Square, both of which were welcomed by families and community members. A highlight of the day was the beautifully performed national anthem by Amie Dolan. Afterwards, the parade organisers Longford Municipal District and Longford Local Enterprise Office presented the prizes for the best entries in this year’s parade. Winners on the day were as follows: Longford Chamber of Commerce Best

placeholder image — Longford Town’s 2026 St Patrick’s Day Parade has been hailed a fantastic success, with over 60 floats and entries reflecting the remarkable community spirit at the heart of the celebration. Longford Live photographer Shelley Corcoran captured this gallery of pictures from the presentation of prizes and we hope you enjoy them. READ MORE BELOW PHOTO PICTURES | North Longford community spirit sparkles at brilliant Ballinamuck St Patrick's parade CAPTION: Members of Longford Pony Club receiving their award for Best Overall Entry Picture: Shelley Corcoran Dry weather held long enough for crowds to enjoy a bright, lively afternoon from Connolly Barracks through the Town Centre. This year’s theme, “Amuigh Faoin Spéir – Out in the Open,” inspired a colourful mix of music, performance, creativity and community pride. Master of Ceremonies Tony Ghee guided the event, while Reverend Nigel Gill and Fr James McKiernan offered the traditional blessing of the shamrock. The Peter Keenan Branch O.N.E. and Longford Pipe Band led the parade, followed by Grand Marshal Michael Keenan, Chairperson of Longford Tidy Towns. Spectators warmly welcomed him and his many years of community service. The vibrant mix of cultural groups, schools, clubs, businesses, performers, emergency services and community organisations delivered a lively and diverse event for the thousands in attendance. PICTURES | Bumper Longford St Patrick's Day parade features wonderful music and floats The parade also featured enhanced accessibility supports, including a sensory viewing area on Bridge Street and a wheelchair-accessible zone in Centenary Square, both of which were welcomed by families and community members. A highlight of the day was the beautifully performed national anthem by Amie Dolan. Afterwards, the parade organisers Longford Municipal District and Longford Local Enterprise Office presented the prizes for the best entries in this year’s parade. Winners on the day were as follows: Longford Chamber of Commerce Best

Record participation and community spirit at heart of Longford parade

Published 28th Mar 2026, 21:32 GMT

Longford Pony Club were the winners of the Longford Chamber of Commerce sponsored Best Overall Entry award in the Longford Town St Patrick's Day Parade 2026

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Caption: Cllr Peggy Nolan, Peter Brady and Martin Halpin, Killoe Men’s Shed (Longford Shopping Centre Best Community Entry), Deputy Chief Executive of Longford County Council John Brannigan, Cllr Gerry Hagan, Inspector Declan McGlynn and Cllr Seamus Butler Picture: Shelley Corcoran

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Caption: Cllr Uruemu Adejinmi, Deputy Chief Executive of Longford County Council John Brannigan, Cllr Peggy Nolan, Pauline Shiels, Longford Tidy Towns, Longford County Council Leas Cathaoirleach, Cllr Niall Gannon, Longford Tidy Towns (Mulleady's Waste Management Best Environmental Award) and Parade Grand Marshal Michael Keenan, Barry Kenneally, Longford Tidy Towns and Cllr Seamus Butler

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Caption: Cllr Uruemu Adejinmi, Deputy Chief Executive of Longford County Council John Brannigan, Cllr Peggy Nolan, Nigel Humphries and Rose Kane, Longford Scuba Divers (Hugh Shannon Memorial Cup for Outstanding Service), Cllr Padraig Mc Namara and Cllr Seamus Butler Picture: Shelley Corcoran

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Caption: Deputy Chief Executive of Longford County Council, John Brannigan, Longford County Council, Cllr Peggy Nolan, Cllr Kevin Hussey, Inspector Declan McGlynn, Charlie O' Rourke, North Midlands Credit Union, Cllr Seamus Butler and Cllr Uruemu Adejinmi presenting the Spirit of St Patrick’s Day award to Foróige and Attic House Picture: Shelley Corcoran

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Record participation and community spirit at heart of Longford parade

Longford Pony Club were the winners of the Longford Chamber of Commerce sponsored Best Overall Entry award in the Longford Town St Patrick's Day Parade 2026

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