Limerick to host first-ever autism-friendly St Patrick’s Day parade

Macnas make their way down O'Connell Street in the St Patricks Day parade in Limerick in 2014.  Picture: Sean Curtin Fusionshooters.

Limerick is to host its first-ever autism spectrum disorder (ASD) friendly St Patrick’s Day celebrations next month, with a designated seating area and sensory room available along the long-awaited parade route.

The first parade in two years since being postponed due to the pandemic, ASD Ireland have teamed up with festival organisers to ensure those with sensory issues can enjoy the day.