St Patrick’s Day Parade in Cabo Roig

Every March, Cabo Roig turns green.

St Patrick’s Day Parade in Cabo Roig

Every March, Cabo Roig turns green.

The St Patrick’s Day Parade has become one of the biggest annual celebrations on Orihuela Costa, bringing together Irish residents, international visitors and locals for a day of music, dancing, costumes and plenty of green.

If you’re staying on the Costa Blanca in March, this is one event worth experiencing.

A Parade Through Cabo Roig

The streets around Cabo Roig fill with people long before the parade begins.

There are marching bands, dancers, colourful floats, vintage cars, motorcycles, performers and plenty of people dressed in green. In recent years, the parade has included around 50 participating groups and attracted tens of thousands of spectators.

The atmosphere is lively and very international, with people coming from many different countries to enjoy the celebration.

More Than the Parade

The celebration doesn’t stop when the parade finishes.

Bars and restaurants around Cabo Roig get involved, with music, food and drinks continuing throughout the day. It is easy to turn the event into a full day out — start with a walk along the coast, enjoy lunch around the marina or the Cabo Roig Strip, and then join the crowds for the parade.

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A Local Tradition

One of the best things about St Patrick’s Day in Cabo Roig is that you don’t have to be Irish to enjoy it.

It has become part of the international community here, bringing people together for one colourful day in the Mediterranean sunshine.

And that’s what makes it such a good example of life on Orihuela Costa — different cultures, traditions and nationalities all becoming part of the local community.

When Is the Parade?

St Patrick’s Day is celebrated every year on 17 March, although the parade can take place on a nearby weekend.

The exact date, route and programme can change from year to year, so check the latest local information before planning your visit.

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