Early details are beginning to emerge about Killarney’s St Patrick’s Day Festival, although organisers say a full official programme will not be announced for some time yet.

The festival will run from March 13 to 18 and will carry the theme ‘Echoes of Killarney’s Future’, following on from recent festivals which focused on the town’s past and present.
Organisers say this year’s theme is centred on young people and the role they play in shaping the future of the town.
“This year is about the youth of Killarney and the future they bring,” an event organiser said.
It is understood that this year’s Grand Marshals will be Killarney athlete Sarah Leahy and local DJ David Sheeran.
The judging panel for the parade is also expected to include well-known make-up artist Annette O’Brien, who was recently named Make-Up Artist of the Year, and the popular father-and-son comedy duo Derry and Tadhg Fleming.
Following the parade, plans are in place for a Celebrity Dunk Tank event, with a number of familiar local faces taking part. Among those who have already agreed to step up are Derry and Tadhg Fleming, who will be among those taking their turn in the tank.