St. Patrick’s Day Parade – Saturday, March 17th

Celebrate Irish culture & tradition throughout Chicago this March. From a green river to lively parades, there nothing quite like St. Patrick’s Day in Chicago.

Downtown Parade
Saturday, March 17 at 1:00 PM
Location: Columbus Drive (between Balbo Dr. & Monroe Dr.)

What’s a holiday without a parade? How about one of the largest St. Patrick’s Day parades in the country? Join in the Chicago tradition that celebrates its 63rd anniversary this year. Rain or shine, it begins on Columbus Drive and moves north through Grant Park for roughly three hours, beginning at Balbo Drive and ending at Monroe Drive. Don your best green outfit—or a kilt if you dare—and embrace all Chicago has to offer for those Irish at heart.