Thousands packed downtown Henderson for the 57th annual Southern Nevada Sons and Daughters of Erin St. Patrick’s Day festival.

HENDERSON, Ky. (WFIE) - Happening today, the 36th Tri-fest is officially kicking off in Downtown Henderson. Many people across the Tri-Fest are set to hit the streets for food, music and fun.

That, however, was the case Saturday as thousands packed downtown Henderson for this year’s parade, part of the 57th annual Southern Nevada Sons and Daughters of Erin St. Patrick’s Day festival.