The 7th Annual 30A St Patrick’s Parade and Festival is scheduled for Saturday, March 15th. Parade organizers expect over 50 floats and parade entries, in all shapes and sizes.

The parade begins at 3:30 pm on 30A and heads 4 miles west, ending at Gulf Place, where the festivities continue. (Visit the official website for specific details.)

“The 7th Annual 30a St Patrick’s Parade and Irish Festival will be bigger than ever,” said Paul Vizard, event founder. “The original mission to showcase local businesses and the area of 30A in NW Florida is being fulfilled in a greater manner than imagined.”

Nationally recognized Texas-based Celtic Rock Band CLEGHORN will headline the entertainment along with the Drake School of Irish Dance. CLEGHORN combine stadium rock with blues and folk influences laced with a strong Celtic brew.

Festival goers can purchase commemorative T shirts, experience arts and crafts, including jewelry, wood carving, face painting, and of course a variety of food and drinks.

Trophies will be awarded for ‘Best in Parade’ as well as Eco-friendly “green” prize award for the best electric/self-powered or non gas-powered vehicle entry.

A few vendor table and tent spaces are still available, and businesses are encouraged to be a sponsor.

For more info, check out the official 30A parade website.