Letterkenny's St Patrick’s Day Parade cancelled due to serious traffic incident

The decision has been made to cancel the Letterkenny St Patrick's Day parade.

Two people are being treated for serious injuries after being struck by a car in Letterkenny at Lower Main Street in the town at around 3am on Monday.

Gardaí say two male pedestrians were taken to Letterkenny University Hospital for treatment of serious injuries.

"It is with deep regret that we announce the cancellation of today’s St Patrick’s Day Parade following a serious traffic incident that occurred in the town early this morning," Letterkenny Chamber of Commerce posted.

Following consultation with An Garda Síochána and in the interest of public safety, we have made the difficult decision not to proceed with the event. While we cannot comment on the specifics of the incident, we must prioritise the safety and well-being of our community and those attending. The parade route is directly affected, making it impossible to proceed as planned.

"We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to all those who have worked tirelessly in preparing for today’s event—our volunteers, participants, local businesses, and supporters. Your dedication and effort do not go unnoticed, and we truly appreciate your commitment to bringing this celebration to life. We understand this will be disappointing news for many, but we appreciate your understanding and support during this time."