Saint Patrick’s Day, celebrated on March 17th, is a tribute to Irish culture and the legacy of Saint Patrick, Ireland’s patron saint. Across Pennsylvania, cities and towns come alive with vibrant parades, spirited bar crawls, and thrilling events that embody the Irish spirit. Don your green and plan an early spring trip to enjoy these unforgettable free parades and celebrations this month If you like to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day or simply like to celebrate, come join us in Scranton. Since 1962 the St. Patrick’s Parade Day Association of Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania has conducted this nationally acclaimed parade the weekend before the feast of St. Patrick. The first documented St. Patrick's Day Celebration Parade in Philadelphia was held in 1771, marking over 230 continuous years of celebrations. Each year the St. Patrick's Day Observance Association hosts the parade on the Sunday prior to St. Patrick's Day unless March 17th falls on Sunday. When March 17th falls on a Sunday, the parade is held 2024 HARRISBURG ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADE HELD ON MARCH 16, 2024. Parade date: march 15 The Market Square parking garage (34 S. 2nd Street, Harrisburg, PA 17101) The annual Saint Patrick's Day parade kicks off at 2 p.m. on March 15 and has a route from 11th and State to East Fourth St. 2025 Pittston City St. Patrick's Parade. Main St, Pittston, PA 18640. Event Details. 03/01/2025. Leprechaun Loop Run/Walk. Registration begins at 9:00, with the The Scranton St. Patrick’s Day Parade kicks off Saturday as the region’s largest celebration of Irish heritage. Lackawanna County has the most Irish ancestry in Pennsylvania, according to U.S. Census data. The day of events will start with Parade Day Mass at the Cathedral of Saint Peter at 10 a.m., and the Brian P. Kelly Memorial race at 11 It's one of the largest St. Patrick's Day parades in the U.S., making it a must-attend event in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia St. Patrick's Day Parade: Boasting a deep historical connection with 20,000 participants and more than 200 groups, Philadelphia's parade is a vibrant showcase of Irish-American culture with dancers, bands, and floats. The Saint Patrick’s Day Parade will soon be marching through Springfield. Nearly 100 entries are expected for the event that generally draws 10,000 to 15,000 people downtown. Here’s what you The Harrisburg St. Patrick's Day Parade is fun for the whole family! Featuring Irish dance groups, pipe & drum bands, festive floats, adorable animals, famous characters, cool cars, community groups, marching bands, motorcycles, tractors, and more, it's sure to be an exciting day in downtown Harrisburg. We can't wait to see you there! Learn more at www.harrisburgstpatricksdayparade.com 2025 Pittston City St. Patrick's Parade. Main St, Pittston, PA 18640. Event Details. 03/01/2025. Leprechaun Loop Run/Walk. Registration begins at 9:00, with the The St. Patrick’s Day Parade route is marked in green and begins at the intersection of Wyoming Avenue & Mulberry Street, in front of St. Peter’s Cathedral The first known St. Patrick's Parade was held in Allentown in the late 1860's. Almost a century later, in 1955, what we know as the modern day Allentown St. Patrick's Day Parade was organized by business and political leaders through the St. Patrick's Day Observance Society. Join us on Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 10 a.m. for our annual St. Patrick's Day celebration! Welcome To The Pittsburgh St. Patrick's Day Parade With approximately 1/5th of the Pittsburgh metropolitan community claiming Irish heritage, it is no wonder the Steel City boasts one of the largest St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in the country. It's one of the largest St. Patrick's Day parades in the U.S., making it a must-attend event in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia St. Patrick's Day Parade: Boasting a deep historical connection with 20,000 participants and more than 200 groups, Philadelphia's parade is a vibrant showcase of Irish-American culture with dancers, bands, and floats. The Glenside St. Patrick’s Day Association announced today the parade route for Saturday, March 8. The event will include: Festival – 2:00-6:00pm: After the parade, enjoy delicious food, refreshing beverages, live music, kids’ activities, local vendors, and much more. 61 W Lehigh St, Bethlehem, PA: 15 Mar 2025: St. Patricks Day Party for Preemies Gala: Historic Hotel Bethlehem: Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade 2025 in Bethlehem Enjoy marching units, bands, non-profit groups, politicians and local businesses marching between two boroughs to celebrate the life and good works of St. Patrick of Ireland. With a grand marshall who exhibits similar characteristics to St. Patrick, the parade kicks off at the Stroudsburg High School and ends at Crystal Street in East Stroudsburg. Join PTN and Blue Ridge Communications TV 13 You call it St. Patrick’s Day, we call it Half Way To The Celtic Classic! Either way we are celebrating and turning Historic Downtown Bethlehem green! March 15 th – 1:00pm. Downtown Bethlehem will be awash in green as Celtic Cultural Alliance hosts the 15th Annual Celtic Classic Parade of Shamrocks!
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