St.Patrick’s Day Parade revelers lined 5th Avenue to celebrate their Irish culture.
Photo by Gabriele Holtermann
St. Patrick’s Day is next week and with that comes the time-honored tradition of New York City’s massive St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Thousands of Irish-American New Yorkers (and Irish at heart) are expected to gather along Fifth Avenue to celebrate the 265th edition of this parade.
Here’s what you need to know about the parade.
When is it?
The St. Patrick’s Day Parade takes place on March 17, rain or shine, and will be stepping off at 11 a.m. It ends at approximately 4:30 p.m.
Where will the parade take place?
The parade will start on Fifth Avenue at 44th Street and then will march up Fifth Avenue to 79th Street.
Who is this year’s Grand Marshal?
The grand marshal this year is Robert James “Bob” McCann, Co-Chairman of NewEdge Capital Group and owner of Forest Creek Golf Club.
How can I watch?
The best place to watch the parade is on Fifth Avenue itself, but you’ll want to get there early to snag a good viewing spot. If you aren’t able to make it in person or want to avoid the crowds, the parade will be livestreamed on the St. Patrick’s Day Parade website, NBC New York, YouTube, Roku, Samsung TV Plus, Xumo and PlayCozi.
What should I wear to the parade?
The temperature is supposed to be a bit chilly on Tuesday, so plan accordingly. Either way, you’d definitely fit in with your fellow parade-goers by putting on your best green clothes, lest you be pinched!
Are there going to be portable restrooms near the parade route?
Nope! So plan accordingly.
For more information about the parade, visit nycstpatricksparade.org.