The event, which began in 1980, has grown to become the largest St. Patrick ’ s parade in Maryland and is the seasonal kick-off for many local businesses. Over the years, the DIAC — a 501(c)(3) social organization — has donated more than $590,000 from parade proceeds to scholarships for local high school students and to other charities Ocean City's annual St. Patrick's Day parade will be held on March 15, 2025, starting at noon on Coastal Highway. A free Irish festival with live music, dancing, souvenirs, food and beer will be Ocean City’s annual St. Patrick’s Day parade takes place on Saturday, March 15 at noon. The parade route begins at 60 th Street and moves south to 45 th Street. This family-friendly parade will feature decorated cars, live music and more. Ocean City, Maryland, goes all out for St. Patrick's Day with their annual parade! The parade route follows Coastal Highway, starting at 60th Street and heading south to 45th Street. It's a lively celebration with floats, marching bands, Irish dancers, and lots of people dressed in green! It's a fun event for the whole family. Along with Ocean City, MD (March 10, 2025): The Town of Ocean City is gearing up for an exciting St. Patrick’s Day celebration featuring the much-anticipated annual parade and festival. As residents and visitors enjoy the festivities, the Ocean City Police Department (OCPD), in partnership with allied agencies, will participate in the Maryland Border to 2025 Parade Day March 15, 2025. 2026 Parade Day March 14, 2026. The Ocean City St. Patrick's Day Parade is always the Saturday prior to St. Patrick's Day. There are many exciting activities and festivities to enjoy this year. Here are some of the things to do on St. Patrick’s Day in Ocean City, Maryland, in 2025. 1. St. Patrick’s Day Parade. The Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade is the highlight of the holiday celebrations in Ocean City. The parade takes place on the Saturday before St Join the Delmarva Irish-American Club for their annual St. Patrick's Day Parade in Ocean City, Maryland. Bring your family and friends, grab your blankets and chairs, and line up on the street for a day of fun festivities. The festivities begin at noon and start on 60th Street and proceeds south to 44th Street. St. Patrick’s Parade & Festival returns Saturday, March 15, 2025 Town of Ocean City Press Releases By admin February 18, 2025 John Fager named grand marshal Ocean City will be aglow in green as the St. Patrick’s Parade and Festival, sponsored by the Delmarva Irish American Club, returns Saturday, March 15, and is sure to be bigger and Parade promptly starts at 12 Noon marching south from 61st to 44th Street. Irish Festival starts at 11 AM located at 45th Street Village Shopping Ce This year's St. Patrick's Day celebration will take place on Saturday, March 15, 2025. Pipe and drum bands will bring the sounds of Ireland to the streets of Ocean City, along with high school Enjoy the 9th annual Ocean City Film Festival, showcasing new films by regional and international filmmakers of all backgrounds and genres. Thursday, Mar 6, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. ET Ocean City, MD Ocean City St. Patrick’s Day Parade | March 15, 2025. Get ready for a sea of green! The Ocean City St. Patrick’s Day Parade marches from 61st Street to 44th Street, followed by the Irish Festival at 45th Street Village, featuring live music, food, and fun for all ages. April 2025 Springfest | April 24-27, 2025. Kick off the season with Ocean City, MD (March 10, 2025): The Town of Ocean City is gearing up for an exciting St. Patrick’s Day celebration featuring the much-anticipated annual parade and festival. As residents and visitors enjoy the festivities, the Ocean City Police Department (OCPD), in partnership with allied agencies, will participate in the Maryland Border to The Ocean City St. Patrick’s Day Parade is a beloved annual tradition that transforms Coastal Highway into a sea of green in celebration of Irish heritage and community spirit. Held every March, this lively event is the largest St. Patrick’s Day parade in Maryland, drawing visitors and locals alike to join in the festivities. St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Mar 15, 2025 . Join the fun at Ocean City's St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Maryland's largest celebration of Irish heritage! Enjoy festive floats, music, dancing, and community spirit along Coastal Highway March 15th, 2025. Event Information: Join the Delmarva Irish-American Club for their annual St. Patrick's Day Parade in Ocean City, Maryland. Bring your family and friends, grab your blankets and chairs, and line up on the street for a day of fun festivities. One of the main attractions is the annual Delmarva Irish-American Club St Patrick’s Day Parade which has grown into the 2 nd largest St. Paddy’s Day parade in the state. The parade convenes on 60 th Street before proceeding south to 45 th Street at noon as the town lines the streets to see floats, Irish music, dancing, and other On Saturday, March 16, Ocean City will be aglow in green as the St. Patrick’s Parade and Festival, sponsored by the Delmarva Irish American Club, returns bigger and better than ever, according to organizers. Ocean City, Md's, St. Patrick's Day parade is set to return on March 15, 2025, and the owner of Fager's Island will lead the celebration.
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