LEXINGTON, KY. — Impending severe weather this weekend is forcing the cancelation of St. Patrick’s Day events. Lexington announced Wednesday, it’s St. Patrick’s Parade, scheduled for Saturday, March 15, is canceled.

What You Need To Know

  • Lexington's St. Patrick's Parade canceled

  • Potentially severe weather is in the forecast

  • Scheduled performances will be a the Lyric Theatre beginning at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday

  • Transylvania University will welcome Scythian for a concert on Monday, March 17 at 7 p.m.

All is not lost. Festival performances will be moved inside to the Lyric Theatre beginning at 10:30 a.m.

“While this was not the decision we wanted to make, the safety of our participants, attendees, event staff and volunteers is our paramount concern,” said Megan Moloney, parade chair. “The potential for severe weather would create difficult conditions for spectators, as well as parade marchers, floats and our stage performers. However, we’re glad to be able to offer a ‘mini-festival’ at the Lyric Theatre.”

The Lyric Theatre performances will include local Irish dance groups, pipe bands and musical groups. The updated performance schedule will be released Friday, March 14 and can be found online and on Facebook.

There will be a St. Patrick’s Day celebration on Monday, March 17 at Transylvania University when Scythian performs. The city of Lexington said Scythian is known for its blend of Celtic, Eastern European and Appalachian music. The show begins at 7 p.m. and tickets are $18 and can be bought online.