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March 12, 2025 / 11:53 AM CDT / CBS Chicago St. Patrick's Day at The Royal Sonesta . Irish step dancers participate in the St. Patrick's Day parade on March 17, 2012 in Chicago, Illinois. Chicago's St. Patrick's Day Parade 2025 What we know: While St. Patrick's Day officially takes place on Monday, March 17, the City of Chicago's parade will step off at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday. Multiple days through Monday, March 17. 3505 N. Clark St. St. Patrick’s Day-themed pop-up Charm’d Bar is back in Wrigleyville with “over-the-top, wall-to-wall Irish decor,” signature cocktails and green beer, themed menu items like Irish nachos and a Shamrock Shake. Learn more and buy tickets starting at $10 here. CHICAGO (WLS) -- St. Patrick's Day celebrations will take place this weekend in Chicago. The iconic dyeing of the Chicago River is expected at 10 a.m. Saturday. ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Here's what you need to know about the Chicago River Dyeing, the city's St. Patrick's Day parades and more. By NBC Chicago Staff • Published February 10, 2025 • Updated on February 10, 2025 at According to a well-researched 2024 Block Club Chicago feature by Linze Rice, the first St. Patrick’s Day parade in Chicago was held in 1843 and included citizens, a band and a military group of The biggest, greenest party of the year in Chicago, St. Patrick's Day 2025 weekend has arrived! There are so many family-friendly St. Patrick's Day celebrations all over town. The biggest and The bar will be decked out in festive decor. On Saturday, March 15, The Owl will keep the party going until 5 a.m., and until 4 a.m. on Sunday, March 16 and Monday, March 17. Daisies; This St. Patrick's Day, bring the sweets with iced shamrock cookie boxes— six for $25 or 12 for $48. Why do we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day? What to do on St. Patrick’s Day in Chicago: program highlights; 1. River dyeing; 2. Chicago St. Patrick’s Day Parade 2025; 3. Neighborhood festivities; 4. Chicago’s Irish American Heritage Center; 5. Shamrock’n The Block; 6. Eating & drinking the Irish way; Guinness Open Gate Brewery – West The annual dyeing of the Chicago River kicks off the city’s St. Patrick’s Day weekend at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 15. The river will be transformed into a striking emerald green, a tradition that dates back to 1962. The best viewing spots are along the Chicago Riverwalk, near Columbus Drive and State Street. St. Patrick's River Dyeing Party 2025 happening at Trump International Hotel & Tower® Chicago, 401 North Wabash Avenue, Chicago, United States on Sat Mar 15 2025 at 08:00 am to 11:00 am St. Patrick's River Dyeing Party 2025 Witness the front-row spectacle of Chicago’s iconic St. Patrick’s Day River Dying ceremony—an unparalleled event in the city. Be part of the festivities on St. Patrick’s Day morning along Chicago’s Green River! Cruise with us along the river walk and into the lake, turning the water into the ultimate St. Patrick’s Day party! Eventbrite - Bandit presents Bandit Presents :: St. Patrick's Day 2025 - Saturday, March 15, 2025 at Bandit, Chicago, IL. Find event and ticket information. There's only one day of the year we're all Irish, so gather your crew and head to Bandit to celebrate St. Patrick's Day! Eventbrite - The Chicago St. Patrick's Day Parade Committee presents VIP Grandstand Seat - The 2025 Chicago St. Patrick’s Day Parade - Saturday, March 15, 2025 at Buckingham Fountain - Approx. Vicinity, Chicago, IL. Find event and ticket information. St. Patrick’s Day Boat Cruises. Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with Chicago Sport and Social Club aboard the Island Party Hut! Grab your green gear, round up your crew, and get ready for a shamrockin’ good time as we cruise the Chicago River in style on Saturday, March 15th, 2025. Option 1: St. Patrick’s Day River Dye Cruise. Time: 10:00 AM Join us on Saturday, March 15th, 2025 from 8:00am – 3:00pm, and enjoy a festive St. Patrick's Day atmosphere with a front-row view to see the Chicago River dyed Green. Admission to this event includes an Irish -inspired buffet, a special appearance by the Shannon Rovers Irish Pipe Band, and Live DJ Entertainment. St. Patrick's Day Sunday Celebration - March 16 – Chicago Gaelic Park, Sun Mar 16, 2025 - Celebrate with us on March 16th! We're Irish 365 days a year, but March is extra special around here! Please join us as we celebrate the St. Patrick's Day Season! Hey 710 Members! Join with us and march in the Chicago St. Patrick's Day Parade on Saturday, March 15! Please arrive in the parade line-up (staging area at Columbus and Balbo) starting at 11:00am. Check-in at Jackson Ave. & Ida B. Wells (formerly Congress Blvd.) Look for the 710 SUV and JC25 semi! We will Welcome to your go-to list of Chicago Events in March 2025, where you’ll find everything from parades and concerts to sports showdowns and comedy nights.Whether you’re a Windy City local seeking fresh entertainment or a visitor looking to soak up Chicago’s diverse culture, this guide has you covered.
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