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Ashland Celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with Parade, Music, and Tradition
Ashland, OH – Despite the cooler temperatures, Ashland’s St. Patrick’s Day celebration was anything but dull. A bright blue sky and lively Irish traditional chanteys set the perfect backdrop for the city’s annual Walking Parade, which drew hundreds of residents to the streets in a spirited display of Irish pride.
The parade, which began at Foundation Plaza around 5:15 p.m., was a spectacle of entertainment, featuring stilt walkers, a dazzling mirror-clad duo, and the unmistakable sound of bagpipes leading the way. Among the distinguished participants were Mayor Matt Miller and his wife, State Representative Melanie Miller, along with members of the Ashland City Council. Representing the Ashland Police Division, Lieutenant Aaron Kline stood out in a kilt paired with his police uniform, proudly carrying the city flag.
The parade procession made its way down Main Street to City Hall, where Mayor Miller and ten lucky children—winners of the city’s St. Patrick’s Day coloring contest—had the honor of dyeing the town creek green, continuing a cherished tradition. This year, 141 children between the ages of five and 18 submitted colorful illustrations of a leprechaun for the contest.
City officials, also sporting kilts, joined the festivities as the community came together for an evening of culture, camaraderie, and celebration. With music in the air and green dye in the water, Ashland once again proved that its St. Patrick’s Day spirit is as vibrant as ever.
