See you on Tuesday, March 17th, 2026

Join us downtown St. Paul, starting at noon on March 17th, 2026, for the nation’s great St. Patrick’s Day Parade in the nation!

What is the parade route?
The parade route will be the same as last year, starting at Rice Park (5th St & Market St) and ending near Mears Park (5th St & Sibley St), traveling along 5th Street.

Where is the best place to park?
We recommend parking in lots & ramps along Kellogg and north of 6th St E. The staging area usually closes each year at 10 am. Then, 5th St E and intersecting roads between 6th St E & 4th St E close at 11 am.

Below is a map showing the parade route and road closures. This is subject to change.

The St. Patrick’s Day Parade celebrates St. Paul’s Irish heritage and the many Irish clans that still reside in the area today. Irish pride and spirit run deep in this town, and it shows each year – lining the streets of downtown St. Paul with Irish and non-Irish alike.

The St. Patrick’s Day Parade is traditionally held on March 17th unless it falls on a Holy Day or a Sunday. Our association has been sponsoring the parade since 1967. We love celebrating this long-standing tradition with everyone in the Twin Cities. And we hope to continue doing so for generations to come!