St. Patrick's Day parade

I was pleasantly surprised by the Dublin St. Patrick's Day parade. I was told not to expect much from the parade and to expect lots of madness from the folks on the street. I found the opposite to be true. After promising Sandrine multiple views of Dublin life via the festival frenzy, things were surprisingly tame. The parade included some elaborate costumes and puppets and more than four marching bands from around the US. Highlights of music included "I'm Holding on for a Hero" by Bonnie Tyler and "Fight for Your Right (To Party)" by the Beastie Boys.

Overall, it made me excited to attend more parades and even to get into planning them. It is a public spectacle/performance that folks actually attend when there is a good amount of excitement around the event. I think it would be great fun to work on a float, etc. And I know plenty of talented folks to help make it happen.

Eventually, I would like to attend the Mummer's Parade in South Philly as well as the St. Patrick's parades in Boston, New York, and Chicago. Gabry's brother recommended the Venetian Carnival celebration. I welcome recommendations of other parades I should add to the list.