St. Patrick’s Day Celebration Party 2026 🍀
Queen’s Park Community Organisation is delighted to invite you to our St. Patrick’s Day Celebration Party, delivered as part of our Back to Our Roots Programme 2026, in partnership with the Bedford Irish Community.
Join us for a joyful, family-friendly celebration of Irish culture, heritage and community. Bringing people together for a day filled with music, dancing, delicious food and plenty of craic!
📅 Event Details
Date: Sunday 15th March 2026
Time: 11:00am – 5:00pm
Location: Harpur Square, Bedford
This is a free, open-air community event, welcoming people of all ages and backgrounds.
🎶 What to Expect
Get ready for a vibrant day of Irish culture, heritage and community spirit, including:
- 🎵 Live Irish music from local bands
- 💃 Irish dancing and cultural performances
- 🍲 Traditional Irish food and refreshments
- 🖼️ A Local & Bedford Irish History and Heritage Exhibition
- ☘️ Drinks, community vibes & great craic
- 👨👩👧👦 A warm, inclusive, family-friendly atmosphere
🖼️ Irish History & Heritage Exhibition
As part of our Back to Our Roots Programme 2026, we are proud to present a special Bedford Irish History & Heritage Exhibition, celebrating the stories, journeys and contributions of the Irish community in Bedford.
Discover local history, explore community archives, and learn more about the rich cultural heritage that continues to shape our town today.
More programme details and performance times will be announced soon!
🌈 Everyone Is Welcome
Whether you’re Irish by birth, by heritage or simply Irish at heart, this celebration is for you.
Bring your friends, family and neighbours and enjoy a day that celebrates culture, connection and community in the heart of Bedford.
🤝 Delivered in Collaboration With
This event is proudly delivered by Queen’s Park Community Organisation, in partnership with the Bedford Irish Community and local organisations, as part of our ongoing commitment to celebrating heritage and bringing communities together.
💚 With Thanks to Our Funders
We are grateful for the generous support of:
- The Harpur Trust
- Bedford Borough Council
- The National Lottery Community Fund
Their support makes community celebrations like this possible and helps us continue delivering programmes that strengthen local connections and celebrate cultural heritage.
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