The 55th edition of the International Band Championship will see the streets of Limerick filled with the spectacular sight and sound of talented marching band musicians from across Ireland, Europe and America for Ireland’s only International Band Championship at 12pm on Sunday 14th March 2027.
Prizes are awarded for the overall champions, best uniforms, best musical performance, most entertaining performance, best local band, best youth band, best international band, 'Mayors Prize', the special judges’ award and special commendation prizes awarded at the judges discretion.
The Limerick International Band Championship forms part of a comprehensive St. Patrick’s Festival in Limerick.
The 55th Limerick International Band Championship will take place on Sunday 14th March 2027.
- Sunday 14th March 2027
- Sunday 19th March 2028
- Sunday 18th March 2029
- Monday 18th March 2030
*In the event of extreme weather, the schedule may be subject to change.
Keep up to date with the full festival line-up on Limerick.ie/StPatricksFestival.