The St. Patrick’s Day season kicked off on Saturday with the annual Savannah Irish Festival at Victory North. The event featured a variety of performances, including students from St. Vincent’s Academy, the Legacy Irish Dancers, and the group Seldom Sober, who gave their final performance after forming in 2007. Pipe Sergeant Lawrence C. Kenney from Hardeeville also showcased his talent, and Tom O’Carroll shared songs and stories from Dublin on the Cultural Stage.
In addition to Entertainment, the festival included educational presentations, such as a talk by Meaghan Dwyer-Ryan, Ph.D., from the Center for Irish Research and Teaching at Georgia Southern, about The Savannah Irish Neighborhoods Project. The Savannah Gaelic Athletic Association and various vendors also had a presence at the event, offering St. Patrick’s Day shopping opportunities.
Overall, the Savannah Irish Festival was a celebration of Irish culture and heritage, bringing together music, dance, and community in honor of the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day. With its diverse range of performances and educational offerings, the festival provided attendees with a rich and engaging experience rooted in the history and traditions of Ireland.
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