In-person parades are off, but here's what's on for St Patrick's Day There’s a virtual parade and St Paddy’s FM , to keep you company on the holiday off. By Gráinne Ní Aodha Wednesday 17 Mar 2021, 8:00 AM Wed 8:00 AM 29,067 Views 38 Comments Anna Mozzato from Italy at the St Patrick's day parade in Dublin last year. Anna Mozzato from Italy at the St Patrick's day parade in Dublin last year. OUR SECOND ST Patrick’s Day during the Covid-19 pandemic. The big St Patrick’s Day parade in Dublin is off, along with the glorious local ones made up of the local GAA team and musicians in a trailer being pulled by a tractor – but RTÉ has brought back its virtual parade for people to take part in.