Silent Palestine Solidarity March To Take Place In Newbridge This Saturday

Friday, 17 October 2025 14:44

By Hannah Kelly

Organised by Kildare Palestine Solidarity Group, the march will begin at 12.30pm

A silent Palestine solidarity march is to take place this Saturday in Newbridge.

Organised by Kildare Palestine Solidarity Group, the march will begin at 12.30pm in Linear Park, and proceed along Athgarvan Road down to the crossroads at Dunnes/Woodies.

It will then proceed up the town, returning to Linear Park.

Attendees are being encouraged to wear black during this event, that is estimated to run for 50 minutes.

Route of planned march

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