St. Patrick’s Day is soon upon us and what better way to celebrate than watching a parade! Well, there’s actually getting to be on the float, but we can’t all be so lucky. Besides, I’m sure that the people riding on the floats wish they could be watching the whole thing, too! There are bound to be parades throughout the United States honoring the holiday, so we’ll focus on four major ports: Chicago, Boston, New York City and Dallas.
Take a look! Even if you cannot go to these parades in person, many of them are working with broadcasters to allow you to live stream the event, not to mention airing it on television. In addition, people lucky enough to go can enjoy other festivities in the areas, like a big holiday breakfast! Remember, if all else fails, remember to wear green. Even if you lock yourself in the house all day, the leprechauns will get you! Also, keep in mind that the times are based on each area’s respective time zones!
St. Patrick’s Day Parade Chicago
Time: Technically, the parade doesn’t officially start until 12:00 PM, but things actually kick off with coloring the Chicago River green at 9:00 AM
Date: March 17, 2018
Location: The intersection of Columbus and Balbo Drives at noon, continuing north of Columbus until concluding at Monroe Street
Details: I mentioned the Chicago River gets turned green for the day, right?
St. Patrick’s Day Parade Boston
Time: Technically, 12:30 PM, but there is a St. Patrick’s Day Breakfast at the Ironworkers Local 7 Union Hall before the event at 10:00 PM
Date: March 17, 2018
Location: South Boston, starting at the Broadway Station
Details: I mentioned the big breakfast that lasts before the parade, too, right? The event will also be able to watch on a live stream on necn.com., although you probably need to be there in person for the breakfast.
St. Patrick’s Day Parade New York City
Time: 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Date: March 17, 2018
Location: 5th Avenue between 44th Street and 79th Street
Details: The Parade can also be watched live on NBCNewYork.com beginning at 11:00 AM.
St. Patrick’s Day Parade Dallas
Time: 11:00 AM
Date: March 17, 2018
Location: The parade starts on Greenville at Blackwell Street, ending on Yale Blvd/SMU Blvd at 75 Central Expressway
Details: The parade’s profits aid the GAABA Scholarship Fund. More than $115,000 in scholarship money has been awarded to Dallas ISD students.