National Services Day

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Dublin Castle, Saturday 7th September

National Services Day – the first Saturday in September sees the bands, personnel and vehicles of the nations emergency and security services parade from Parnell Square to Dublin Castle. Dublin Castle itself shall host displays of each of the services – Dublin Fire Brigade, RNLI, Irish Coast Guard, Revenue & Customs, Airport Fire & Police, Civil Defence, Order of Malta, St John's, Irish Prison Service, ONE, Irish Water Safety, Community First Responders, Blood Bikes and An Garda Síochána, to celebrate the dedication of staff and volunteers alike in their service to the state and allow the opportunity for all young and old to engage with the services.

National Services Day is organised each year by FESSEF, an entirely volunteer-led effort.


Date:
Saturday 7th September
Time:
Varies
Price:
Free
Address:
Dublin Castle, Dame Street, Dublin 2, Ireland

Google Map of Dublin Castle, Dame Street, Dublin 2, Ireland

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