"While this was not the decision we wanted to make, the safety of our participants, attendees, event staff and volunteers is our paramount concern," said Megan Moloney, parade chair. "The potential for severe weather would create difficult conditions for spectators, as well as parade marchers, floats and our stage performers. However, we’re glad to be able to offer a ‘mini-festival’ at the Lyric Theatre."
The relocated event at the Lyric Theatre will feature performances by local Irish dance groups, pipe bands, and musical groups. An updated entertainment schedule will be released Friday and can be found at lexingtonstpatsparade.org/festival/ and on the event's Facebook page.