St. Patrick's Day Parade 2022 In Dublin: How To Watch

DUBLIN, CA — It will be arguably the busiest weekend of the year in Dublin with St. Patrick's Day celebrations every day and thousands of visitors. Here are some tips for joining the party.

The St. Patrick's Day Parade is Saturday starting at 9:30 a.m. The parade starts at Dublin Boulevard and Amador Plaza Road.

The festival is Saturday & Sunday, March 12 and 13, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Dublin Civic Center - 100 Civic Plaza, Dublin, CA

Directions to the Festival

From East or Westbound 580 Exit at Hopyard Road/Dougherty Road and go North onto Dougherty Road. At Dublin Boulevard go left (West) and drive approximately ½ mile. The festival is on the left at Civic Plaza.

From North or Southbound 680 Take 580 East. Exit at Hopyard Road/Dougherty Road and go North onto Dougherty Road. At Dublin Boulevard go left (West) and drive approximately ½ mile. The festival is on the left at Civic Plaza.

Taking BART to Dublin

Take BART to either West Dublin, Pleasanton or Dublin/Pleasanton stations. A free bus connects to both stations to and from Dublin Civic Center. Other options from there are a free shuttle or rideshares. A free bike valet is also offered at the festival.

Festival Parking

Free Festival parking is available on Sierra Court and on Clark Avenue.

Where to Watch the Parade

Parade Route: The parade starts by heading east on Dublin Boulevard, north on Village Parkway, then west on Amador Valley Boulevard to Donohue Drive, where the parade route ends.

There will be a great view of the parade almost anywhere along the route.

People can bring their own chairs and blankets or sit on the curb. The Parade Grandstand and announcer are located on Amador Valley Boulevard next to Oil Changers. For those who want to go to the festival after the parade, it's suggested they park on Clark Avenue since the parade and the festival are a short walk from there.

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