2025 Philadelphia St. Patrick’s Day Parade – Celebrate Irish Heritage in the Heart of Philadelphia
Join Us for the 2025 Philadelphia St. Patrick’s Day Parade
The **Philadelphia St. Patrick’s Day Parade** is one of the **oldest and most celebrated Irish heritage parades in the country**, bringing together communities from across the region to honor **Saint Patrick, the Patron Saint of Ireland**. This year’s parade will take place on **Sunday, March 16, 2025**, filling the streets of Philadelphia with **Irish pride, music, and cultural festivities**.
2025 Parade Details
- Date: Sunday, March 16, 2025
- Time: Parade starts at **11:00 AM**
- Location: Starts at **16th & JFK**, ending at **Eakins Oval in front of the Philadelphia Art Museum**
- Mass: **9:00 AM** at **St. Patrick’s Church, 20th & Locust Streets**, celebrated by **Archbishop Nelson Perez**
- Live Broadcast: CBS3 Philadelphia affiliate **Philly 57, Noon to 3:00 PM**
- Rebroadcast: Monday, March 17, 2025, on CBS3 from **9:00 AM to Noon**
Parade Theme & Grand Marshal
Each year, the Philadelphia St. Patrick’s Day Parade highlights a special theme. The **2025 parade theme** is: “St. Patrick, Bless Those Dedicated to Serving Others!”
We are proud to announce **Paddy Rooney** as the **2025 Parade Grand Marshal**, leading the celebration and representing the heart and spirit of Philadelphia’s Irish community.
2025 St. Patrick’s Ring of Honor
- Kellie Farrelly
- Mary Doyle Funchion
- Pete Hand
- Kevin Haney
- Kevin Hassett
- Cathleen Brady Lynskey
- Lisa Maloney
- Brian Monaghan
Kickoff Event – Pre-Parade Celebration
Springfield Country Club – Children’s Traditional Dress Parade
- Date: Sunday, March 9, 2025
- Time: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- Location: Springfield Country Club, **400 W. Sproul Road, Springfield, PA 19064**
- Entertainment: Live Irish music and traditional Irish food
- Tickets: Available at the door – **$40 for adults, $15 for children (ages 6-17), free for children 5 and under**
- Tables of 10: Must be reserved in advance by February 25 (now closed)
For questions, contact: Karen Boyce McCallum: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Margaret King: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. (note: m # 1 a # 1, not L)
Important Parade Guidelines
To ensure a safe and enjoyable parade for all participants and attendees, please follow these guidelines:
- All vehicles participating in the parade must enter **Schuylkill Ave (30th St. Train Station) & JFK Blvd** for security screening.
- All **driver and vehicle information** must be updated on the parade website by **March 1 at Noon**.
- Political signs, campaign materials, or **any country-related cause or movement signs** are strictly prohibited.
- All parade groups should clearly display their **group number** for easy identification by parade marshals and police.
Join the Celebration
The **Philadelphia St. Patrick’s Day Parade** is a time-honored tradition that brings together people from all backgrounds to **celebrate Irish culture, heritage, and community spirit**. Whether you are marching in the parade, volunteering, or attending as a spectator, this year’s event promises a day of **festivities, music, and family-friendly entertainment**.
Stay Connected
We look forward to celebrating the **2025 Philadelphia St. Patrick’s Day Parade** with you. Mark your calendars, wear your green, and join us for this **exciting celebration of Irish pride in the heart of Philadelphia**.
Philadelphia St. Patrick's Day Parade
Join Philly's St. Patrick's Day Parade on Mar 16, 2025, for a vibrant Irish heritage celebration. Mass at 9 AM, parade at 11 AM. Don't forget DST changes!