Join us for the area’s biggest and best St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. Homecoming weekend kicks off Saturday, March 22, 2025 with the 48th Holyoke St. Patrick’s Road Race and the 72nd Holyoke St. Patrick’s Parade on Sunday, March 23rd, 2025. The parade is traditionally held every year on the Sunday following St. Patrick’s Day. This year the parade will be held Sunday March 23, 2025. time to get to In addition to the parade the weekend features various events including the 48th Holyoke St. Patrick's Road Race on Saturday March 22 2025. Experience the rich traditions and community spirit at the 72nd Annual Holyoke St. Patrick's Parade—a celebration that honors heritage and fosters unity. Starts: Downtown Holyoke. 413 533-1700 Race Headquarters: 143 Maple St (100 Yards in front of Start Line) The parade begins at Kmart Plaza on Rt. 5 (Northampton Street) and ends on High Street. Road closures typically begin 1 hour hour prior to kick off. The parade is 2.65 miles long and can take up to 3 hours. 2025 Awards: Kick off Parade Day with us as we celebrate the 2025 Ambassador Award Recipient. Additional details will be announced shortly. Tickets are $25, for reservations please contact Cathy McEvady ([email protected]) or call 413-313-5559 11:00 AM 12:00 PM: 72nd Annual St. Patrick's Parade Celebrate green season in Holyoke! Celebrate green season in Holyoke! Join us on Sunday, March 23rd, 2025 for the 72nd Holyoke St. Patrick’s Parade! The parade kicks off at 11:10am and will be streamed LIVE on WWLP. For event details, arrival times, division line ups and more, check out our Frequently Asked Questions . Holyoke St. Patrick's Parade. 7,853 likes · 480 talking about this. ☘️ The 2025 Holyoke St. Patrick’s Parade! ☘️ March 23, 2025 ⏰ Steps off at 11:10 AM from K-Mart Plaza Live on WWLP at 12 PM The 72nd Annual Holyoke St. Patrick's Parade is scheduled for Sunday March 23 2025 beginning at 11:10 AM.This esteemed parade is a cornerstone of Holyoke's Irish heritage celebration attracting participants and spectators from across the region. The historic 72nd Holyoke St. Patrick’s Parade is scheduled for Sunday, March 23, 2025. This cherished cultural celebration will be broadcast live at noon on WWLP-22News and streamed on WWLP.com. The Holyoke St. Patrick's Parade will take place on Sunday, March 23rd, featuring prize-winning floats, championship bands, and a live broadcast by 22News in front of the high school. Watch live Be sure to look for their tour dates during this time of year. Holyoke St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Holyoke, MA Since its starting year in 1952, the Holyoke St. Patrick's Day Parade has been a lively and enjoyable gathering for the community. On January 4, 2025 the St. Patrick’s Committee of Holyoke held its annual Grand Colleen Pageant. Nine young women from South Hadley and Holyoke competed to become the Holyoke Grand Colleen finalists. The application requirements are that the young women must be single (never having been married or Join us for the 70th Holyoke St. Patrick’s Day Parade! HOLYOKE, Mass. (WWLP) – The Holyoke St. Patrick’s Parade is in need of more than 100 sign carriers. The St. Patrick’s Committee of Holyoke is putting out a call for people interested in The 71st Holyoke St. Patrick’s Parade will be held on Sunday, March 17, 2024. It will again air live at noon on WWLP and live streamed on WWLP.com. The television location will be at the Beech Street side of Holyoke High School, and the parade will step-off at 11:10am from the Kmart Plaza. The Holyoke St. Patrick's Parade will take place on Sunday, March 23rd, featuring prize-winning floats, championship bands, and a live broadcast by 22News in front of the high school. Watch live This is the area’s best homecoming celebration: Kickoff St. Patrick’s Day weekend at the 47th Annual St. Patrick’s 10k Road Race on Saturday, March 16th, 2024, followed by the 71st Holyoke St. Patrick’s Parade on March 17th Join Us for the 2025 Grand Marshal Reception In Honor of James M. Lavelle. The 72nd Grand Marshal of the Holyoke St. Patrick’s Parade. Celebrate with us as we toast to James M. Lavelle, the 2025 Grand Marshal, who will proudly lead the upcoming parade through the heart of Holyoke. 📅 Date: Friday, January 17, 2025 ⏰ Time: 6:00 p.m. March 22nd: 48th Annual St. Patrick’s Road Race. Start off St. Patrick’s Day Weekend with an unforgettable block party! Whether you’re up the our iconic 10k run or prefer a leisurely 2-mile stroll with friends and family through the charming streets of Holyoke, be a part of the region’s cherished homecoming weekend. Learn More Holyoke St. Patrick’s Parade Route. The parade will leave the former K-Mart plaza around 11:10 a.m. and can take up to three hours for everyone to walk through the route into downtown.
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