Paradegoers celebrate at Augusta’s annual St. Patrick’s Day parade

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – The specter of rain didn’t cease the Augusta Irish Heritage Society as they kicked off their annual parade downtown.

When the parade wrapped up, the occasion stored going. Even the fountain close to the James Brown mural was inexperienced for St. Patrick’s Day.

It’s greater than only a day spent consuming. These in the neighborhood say it is a day that goes past beads, sweet, pinching, and the colour inexperienced.

Music, beads, inexperienced drinks, and sweet showers crammed the streets in Augusta.

“I’m very excited. The parade is the most effective factor Augusta does no less than yearly,” stated Arnesto Silva.

Tons of of floats showcasing Augusta roots and Irish historical past. Bridgit Dresser participated within the parade.

She stated, “It brings collectively a number of Irish households and Augusta, whether or not they’re Irish or not.”

Kids flocked to the road, prepared to gather showers of sweet and beads.

“We’ve got a giant inflatable with the rainbow, and we symbolize our household and our enterprise,” stated Dresser.

It’s a day most don’t need to miss.

Patrick Rachels stated: “That is my largest vacation of the 12 months. I like dressing up. I like mingling and seeing the parents. It’s only a whole lot.”

In the event you’re seeking to proceed the celebrations into the night time, Augusta Commons is the place to be.

Copyright 2023 WRDW/WAGT. All rights reserved.