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The history of St. Patrick’s Day in Chicago goes back more than 175 years. Now a longstanding tradition, Chicago’s Irish parade was first held in 1843. The dyeing of the Chicago River was added in 1962, quickly becoming one of Chicago’s most famous events. Credit: Colin Boyle/Block Club Chicago St. Patrick’s Day At The Irish American Heritage Center. 4-11 p.m. Monday, March 17. Irish American Heritage Center, 4626 N. Knox Ave. While most St. Patrick’s Day events are happening the weekend prior, you can celebrate on the actual holiday with the Irish American Heritage Center. 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. 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 Share this event: St Patrick’s Day at Federales in Fulton Market, Chicago Save this event: St Patrick’s Day at Federales in Fulton Market, Chicago Going fast Bandit Presents :: St. Patrick's Day 2025 Chicago typically goes all out for St. Patrick’s Day, and 2025 will likely be no exception. From the iconic river dyeing to a handful of parades scattered across the city, there’s no shortage The St. Patrick's Day Parade will step off at 12:15pm on Saturday, March 15, and is preceded by the dyeing of the Chicago River at 10am. For optimal views of the fluorescent green water, head to 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. When does the downtown St. Patrick’s Day Parade take place? Bagpipers play during the Downtown St. Patrick’s Day Parade on March 11, 2023 in Chicago. (Shanna Madison/Chicago Tribune) Source/LondonHouse Chicago. LondonHouse Chicago is hosting one of the city’s most exclusive St. Patrick’s Day celebrations on Saturday, March 15, 2025. The festivities will include an open bar from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., featuring bottomless green beer, mimosas, festive cocktails, and a selection of breakfast bites to keep everyone energized for the celebration—and attendees will also Chicago Goes Green: St. Patrick's Day in Chicago St. Patrick's Day in Chicago is memorable experience for Chicagoans as well as visitors. You will be surprised that St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated throughout the city every year. Main attractions are green river and parade. You will have great time experiencing vibrant parade and viewer’s favorite event of dyeing of the Chicago River. Truth Save this event: ST. PATRICK’S DAY PUB CRAWL: PILSEN'S #1 HOLIDAY PARTY Share this event: ST. PATRICK’S DAY PUB CRAWL: PILSEN'S #1 HOLIDAY PARTY Top 10 Best St Patricks Day Bars in Chicago, IL - March 2025 - Yelp - The Green Door Tavern, O'Neil's on Wells, Lottie's Pub, O'Leary's Public House, She-nannigans, Fado Irish Pub, The Irish Nobleman, Timothy O'Toole's Pub - Chicago, Whiskey Business - Holly Jolly Pop-up!, River Roast Top 10 Best St. Patricks Day Pub Crawl in Chicago, IL - May 2024 - Yelp - O'Shaughnessy's Public House, Miller's Pub, Elephant & Castle, Kelly's Pub, Bangers & Lace Wicker Park, O'Donovan's, Burwood Tap, Laschet's Inn, The Green Door Tavern Virgin Hotels Chicago, North Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL, USA. Save this event: ST. Save this event: River North St. Patrick's Day Bar Crawl | 20+ Bars Join Chicago’s largest St. Patrick’s Day celebration at Lizzie McNeill’s! VIP indoor party, outdoor tent bash, river dyeing views & more. Chicago, IL 60611 St Patrick's Day Meetup Run CHICAGO is on Saturday March 18, 2023. It includes the following events: 5K Registration, 10K Registration, Half-Marathon, Virtual Run (5K/10K/13.1), and Tech Shirt Upgrade (5K/10K/13.1). The River Crawl - St.Patty's Day happening at River North, 112 W hubbard, Chicago, United States on Sat Mar 15 2025 at 09:00 am to 10:00 pm Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a festive afternoon tea service at LondonHouse Chicago. 85 East Wacker Drive At North Michigan Avenue Chicago IL 60601 Call Us
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