Join the fun at the 2025 Hilton Head Island Irishfest and St. Patrick’s Day Parade!
IrishFest is a two-day family-oriented, community-based celebration of St. Patrick’s Day. This year’s IrishFest is on Saturday, March 15, and Sunday, March 16.
Saturday’s Event: 2025 Hilton Head St. Patrick’s Day Irishfest:

The weekend celebration kicks off with a FREE CONCERT hosted by The Tiki Hut at the Beach House. Get ready for an unforgettable evening filled with music and fun Headlining the event is the incredible SYR Celtic Folk Rock Band, joined by S.W.I.G., Kirk O’Leary, and the rhythmic sounds of Pipe and Drum bands.
What to bring:
- Chairs or blankets to stay comfy.
Please note:
- Food and drinks will be available for purchase.
- Pets and coolers aren’t allowed.
- Plenty of parking is available at Lowcountry Celebration Park.
Sunday’s Event: The 40th Annual Hilton Head Ireland Hilton Head St. Patrick’s Day

The St. Patrick’s Day Parade is returning to Pope Avenue on Hilton Head Island! Put on your best green attire and celebrate with us at South Carolina’s oldest and most exciting St. Patrick’s Day Parade. The Parade marches down Pope Avenue at 2 p.m. Please note the earlier start time. Get there early to get a spot on the route. Bring lawn chairs. You can park at Lowcountry Celebration Park or Coligny Beach Park‘s parking lot. For general questions about the Parade CLICK HERE.
Parade Route Information
The parade begins at the Beach Parking Lot and heads onto Pope Avenue, across from Lagoon Road. It will proceed along Pope Avenue, turn left onto Office Park Road, and conclude at Park Plaza.

The Breeze Trolley is making parade day effortless! Enjoy one-way trips from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., starting at USCB Hilton Head and stopping near Lowcountry Celebration Park—no additional stops along the way. Sit back, relax, and make your parade day a Breeze!
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