Saint Patrick's Day 2026

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Your essential guide to St. Patrick's Day with the Dooagh Pipe Band

Timetable for St. Patrick’s Day
All timings are approximate EXCEPT the 7.50am playing of St. Patrick’s Day 7:30-7.45am - arrive at Molly’s (https://maps.app.goo.gl/NRkfB6p125piHFro7); sign the register 7.50am - The band plays St. Patrick’s Day and starts the parade from Molly’s to St Patrick’s Church, Pollagh (https:
New members - 2026
Dooagh Pipe Band is delighted to welcome our new members. This year, no fewer than six are joining. We hope you all have a fantastic day! Name: Bernie McNamara Where are you from: The High Road in Dooagh Connection to the band: My Dad, Paul McNamara, is in the band
Cold Case Files: identity of first Founder’s Cup winner from Keel - case reopened; solved
Following months of dedicated research and investigation, we believe that we can finally confirm the identity of the first person from Keel to be awarded the Dooagh Pipe Band Founder’s Cup trophy. In several interviews through 2025 and 2026, current holder Brian Gielty had claimed to be the first winner
Awards categories announced for the Dooagh Pipe Band Awards 2026
The 2026 Dooagh Pipe Band Awards will take place in the Wavecrest during the afternoon break on St Patrick’s Day. Timings depends on how long it takes the band to march through the villages. Guideline 3.30pm - 4.00pm These days, we are all encouraged to tighten our belts,
Uniform dress guide
This guide is based on the uniform for bagpipers. There are small differences for drummers. Mostly to do with the shawl. If there are any errors or omissions, contact noreply@dooagh-pipe-band.ghost.io Note: Dooagh Pipe Band Secretary, David McNamara, will be at Molly’s from 7.30pm on Saturday 15th