SATURDAY: Everyone Is Irish For a Day at the 30A St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival

This year, celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Northwest Florida-style with a parade and party at Gulf Place. The party kicks off Saturday, March 14th at noon with the parade at 2 p.m. Proceeds support breast cancer charity, Fore Her, and Alaqua Animal Refuge.

The Grand Marshall of the St. Patrick’s Day Parade is Catherine O’Sullivan, who holds the distinction of being not only the first woman, but the first Irish person to serve in this position. She hails from Cork City, Ireland, where she grew up as the eldest of the four children in the family.

To participate as a vendor or to purchase tickets, visit 30A Parade.