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Community Interest

Defiance St. Patrick’s Day Festival & Parade

On Saturday, March 15, the Defiance Merchants Association hosted its Annual St. Patrick’s Day Festival and Parade.

The large crowd that attended enjoyed a beautiful day, a 5K run/walk on the Katy Trail, followed by a parade featuring many impressive entries. Attendees stayed to enjoy live music, food, drinks, vendors, and local businesses.  


The Defiance Merchants Association would like to thank everyone who attended and participated in the 5K or the parade, as well as all the sponsors who made the day possible.