On Saturday, the North Alabama community will gather in downtown Huntsville to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at the 48th annual Ellen McAnelly Memorial St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Parade organizers Sonnie Hereford and Lisa Bollinger recently joined 48 Now to preview what to expect at this year’s parade as well as speak about its rich history. Where: Maggie Meyers Irish Pub, 1059 Henderson Rd NW, Huntsville, AL 35816; More info; St. Patrick’s Day Party at The Electric Belle Celebrate at the Electric Belle at Stovehuse! (Stovehouse) Head over to Stovehouse Sunday, March 17, to celebrate at the Electric Belle! There will be drink specials, music, and tons of fun. Huntsville: Ellen McAnelly Memorial St. Patrick's Day Parade. When: Saturday, March 15, 11 a.m. Where: Downtown Huntsville; Info: The parade route is 1.6 miles long and has been a Huntsville Where: Downtown Huntsville, 1016 Locust Ave SE, Huntsville, AL 35801-3108; When: Friday, March 14, 6PM; How much: $35 | Get tickets; What to wear: Your best festive green attire; 2. 48th Annual Ellen McAnelly Memorial St. Patrick’s Day Parade The parade is the highlight of St. Patrick’s Day weekend. (Huntsville St. Patrick’s Parade Previous Coverage: Get ready to experience the joy and excitement of the 48th Annual Ellen McAnelly Memorial St. Patrick’s Day Parade in downtown Huntsville! A beloved tradition since 1978, this festive event celebrates Irish culture and community spirit with lively floats, energetic local bands, and enthusiastic groups marching through the heart of the city. Location: 1117 Jordan Ln NW A, Huntsville, AL 35816 RSVP. 9. St. Patrick’s Day @ The Dragon Dragon’s Forge is getting decked out for St. Paddy’s Day. (Dragon’s Forge Cafe on Facebook) Dragon’s Forge Cafe will host harpist Steven Todd Miller from 11AM-3PM on St. Patrick’s day. St. Patrick’s Day Cocktails at The View 2025. When: Sunday from 3-5 p.m. Where: John Hunt Park, 2151 Airport Road SW, Huntsville. Price: $15 general admission, $20 VIP. Tickets: burrittonthemountain.com 🍀We’re just over a week away from St. Patrick’s Day + Huntsville, AL knows how to celebrate it! Here are 4 events to look forward to: 48th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade 🎉Hville Blast + dozens of other local businesses will be in the parade. ⏰Saturday, March 15th at 11AM 📍Downtown Huntsville Almost St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl 🍻Try drink specials, play games + enter the The 48th Annual Ellen McAnelly Memorial St. Patrick’s Day Parade, also known as the 2025 Huntsville / Madison County St. Patrick’s Day Parade is back on March 15, 2025. The tradition began in 1978 by the owner of Finnegan’s Pub, Ellen McAnelly – a native of Galway, Ireland. CHOM is hosting a St. Patrick’s Day activity where leprechauns are loose in the museum. Search for shamrocks,”gold” coins and win prizes. When: March 15 | 9:30AM-5PM; Where: Children’s Hands-On Museum of Tuscaloosa; Ellen McAnelly Memorial St. Patrick’s Day Parade | Huntsville From lively parades to traditional Irish fare, here's a guide to how you can celebrate St. Patrick's Day in downtown. St. Patrick’s Day Parade-Downtown Huntsville will transform into a sea of green for the 47th Annual Ellen McAnelly Memorial St. Patrick’s Day Parade this Saturday, March 16. Organized by the Irish Society of North Alabama Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade 2025 in Huntsville. Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day 2025 in Huntsville with interesting events near you. From parades to pub crawls there is everything that you would want to celebrate this day in Huntsville. What: St. Patrick's Day party with music by The Schmohawks, craft beer, Irish cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and prizes; benefit for The Arc of Jefferson County. When: March 12, 7 p.m.-11 p.m. 9. 41st Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade @ 5 Points South. What: Get into the Irish spirit: The annual Saint Patrick’s Day Parade is back in Birmingham’s Five Points South for its 41st year this March. The fun kicks off at 1:30PM on 10th Ave South and will be led by the Ian Sturrock Memorial Pipe Band and other local groups. patrick’s day community drum jam When: March 17, 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Where: City Walk Bham , between 15th and 25th streets, underneath the 1-20/59 corridor near the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Huntsville Police is assisting with traffic control for the St. Patrick’s Day Parade starting at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 11. Road closures will begin at 10 a.m. and last the duration of the parade. All roads are expected to reopen by 1 p.m. Please use caution if traveling downtown due to heavy pedestrian traffic. Introduction: Huntsville St Patrick’s Day Parade. The Huntsville St Patrick’s Day Parade is a cherished annual event that fills the streets of Huntsville, Alabama, with joy, color, and the vibrant spirit of Irish culture. 41st Annual Ellen McAnelly Memorial St. Patrick’s Day Parade Presented by the Irish Society of North Alabama. When: Saturday, March 17, 11:30 am; Where: Downtown Huntsville; Event Information . St. Patrick’s Day on the Butler Green. When: Saturday, March 17, starts at 1 pm; Where: Butler Green between Straight to Ale & Yellowhammer UPDATE (3/14): For the first time in 48 years, Huntsville’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade has been canceled due to weather concerns. Organizers announced Thursday that the 2025 parade, originally
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