UPDATE: Saturday 16 March, due to the tragic events in Christchurch yesterday, this event has been cancelled. Details here.
For the very first time, SKYCITY’S Federal St will come alive with the sights and sounds of Irish traditions in the all-new St Patrick's Federal Street Festival. Here's what to expect:
On the main stage:
4.00pm Modern Irish Dance - McCallion Hester
4.30pm The Chia Family
5.15pm Connolly School of Dance
5.45pm The Chia Family
6.10pm Sean Kelly and The Seamus Heaneys
8.00pm Ceili Dance - McCallion Hester
8.15pm Sky Tower Lighting Ceremony
8.30pm Niall Martin and The Scruffy Murphys
At the Guinness Pop Up Bar, DJ Karn Hall will be playing at 4.00pm followed by Gerry O'Neil at 8.30pm. There will also be food trucks serving delicious food from Bacon Brothers, The Hungry Swine, Brooklyn Dogs and Crepes Creations.
This is a family-friendly festival too - with a kids zone with face painting, balloon twisting and Scotty the Sky Tower and arts and crafts stalls.
With our finger on the pulse for the best parking rates and tips, plus details on public transport, click here to learn more.