St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Tuesday, March 17, noon. Downtown St. Paul. Free.St. Paul’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade marks its 60th anniversary in 2026. The long-standing route begins at Mears Park, travels along Fifth Street and concludes near Rice Park. Commemorative $5 buttons help support the parade and local charities and include a chance to win $1,500. Expect large crowds and early street closures downtown. More information: stpatsmn.org.