Welcome To The Pittsburgh St. Patrick's Day Parade

Join us on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at 10 a.m. for our annual St. Patrick’s Day celebration! With approximately 1/5th of the Pittsburgh metropolitan community claiming Irish heritage, the Steel City hosts one of the largest St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in the country. From Irish step dancers to marching bands, and community organizations, everyone is Irish for the day!

About the Parade

What began more than 150 years ago as a celebration of Ireland’s patron saint, St. Patrick, has evolved into a city-wide event. The parade marches down Grant Street on the Saturday before St. Patrick’s Day, come rain, hail, or blizzard. We kick off with mass at Old St. Patrick’s in the Strip, followed by the parade. Don your green or black and gold, and join us in celebration!

Parade Routes and Rules

The parade starts at the Greyhound Bus Station at Liberty Avenue and 11th Street, moving to Grant Street, then to the Boulevard of the Allies, ending at Commonwealth Place. The staging area and route are marked for clarity, ensuring a safe and enjoyable event for all.

Parade Route

Formation begins at Liberty Avenue and 11th Street, with staging up to 26th Street. The parade proceeds down Grant Street, turning right onto the Boulevard of the Allies, passing the Reviewing Stand at Stanwix Street, and disbands at Commonwealth Place.

Parade Rules

• The theme celebrates the region's Irish heritage, expecting all participation to align respectfully with this focus.
• Participants are reminded to leave political speeches, social commentary, and other non-related themes at the curb, promoting unity and fellowship.
• No public funding is used; the parade is a private event under the Irish Society for Education and Charity, Inc.
• Safety is paramount; throwing items from the parade or altering parade order is strictly prohibited.
• Participants must adhere to an orderly conduct, with specific guidelines for vehicles and marchers to ensure a family-friendly atmosphere.

Parade History

With origins dating back to 1869, the Pittsburgh St. Patrick’s Day parade has grown into the third-largest in the country. Despite occasional cancellations due to severe weather, the parade has been a continuous symbol of Irish pride and cultural celebration in Pittsburgh, never wavering in its spirit of community and heritage.