The South Boston St. Patrick's Day/Evacuation Day Parade is a historic event celebrating both Irish heritage and a pivotal moment in American history. The upcoming parade is scheduled for Sunday March 16 2025 commencing at 11:30 AM.
In Boston St. Patrick’s Day is observed annually with a parade that takes place in South Boston the city's predominant Irish-American neighborhood. The parade has been a tradition in South Boston for more than 110 years with the first procession taking place in 1902. It includes various marching bands police and army contingents costume spectacles novelty vehicles and a general "green" atmosphere due to participants and onlookers wearing green hats and accessories to reflect the association of the color with Irish culture.
History:
Bostonians were the first to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in North America. On March 17 1737 as a gesture of solidarity among the city’s new Irish immigrants Boston’s Irish community joined together in festivities of their homeland and to honor the memory of the below Patron Saint of Ireland.
In 1901 the parade moved to South Boston a neighborhood that was not only home to a robust Irish community but was the site of Dorchester Heights where the evacuation of British troops from Boston on March 17 1776 was made possible and is commemorated.
2025 Parade Highlights:
- Chief Marshal: Lieutenant Commander Alanna Ball a South Boston native with distinguished service in the U.S. Navy. South Boston Parade
- Route: The parade begins at Broadway Station and concludes at Andrew Station both accessible via the Red Line. South Boston Parade
- Participants: A diverse lineup including marching bands military units cultural organizations and local businesses.
FAQs:
1) Where is the best place to watch the parade?
It depends on what type of experience you are looking for. If you are looking to take in the parade from one of the many restaurants along the route or are looking to take in the parade with the masses Broadway especially between Broadway Station and L Street is a great place to be. If you are looking to avoid the crowds great options include taking in the parade from Medal of Honor Park or Thomas Park as well as a street on the route other than Broadway.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Broadway MBTA Stop to Farragut Road, W Broadway,, Boston, United States
