Thousands of people from across the south east packed the busy streets of Waterford City to watch the 2,500-person parade march along the Quay before a grand finish just past the House of Waterford Crystal on the Mall.

As Waterford community groups and clubs came out in force to celebrate St Patrick's Day across the city and county, it was a reminder of the rich and vibrant multicultural tapestry that makes up the Déise of 2025, and of the incredible value of ...