Pittsburgh prepares for St. Patrick's Day Weekend 02:27. It's one of the biggest celebrations of the year in Pittsburgh and it's just days away and organizers said the St. Patrick's Day Parade Mon, March 17, 2025 at 10:31 AM UTC The parade steps off shortly after 1 p.m., but road closures and parking restrictions begin at 9 a.m. in the downtown area. Advertisement Thousands turn out for Pittsburgh's 2025 St. Patrick's Day Parade 01:55. Another edition of one of the country's largest Saint Patrick's Day parades was completed on Saturday. The Pittsburgh St. Patrick’s Day Parade is excited to announce we are partnering with P3R for the inaugural Pittsburgh Parade Day Dash Presented by GNC, a vibrant and family-friendly celebration happening on March 15, just before the 10 a.m. start of Pittsburgh’s iconic America’s Grand St. Patrick’s Day Event. The Pittsburgh St. Patrick's Day Parade steps off this Saturday, March 15. The annual parade, organizers note, has been a staple for the city of Pittsburgh dating back to the mid-1800s. According History. The parade began more than 150 years ago as a way to honor the patron saint of Ireland and has evolved into a citywide celebration held the Saturday before St. Patrick’s Day — unless Lace up your sneakers, put on your green, and get ready to MOVE! P3R is excited to unveil the inaugural Pittsburgh Parade Day Dash Presented by GNC, a vibrant and family-friendly celebration happening on March 15, just before the start of Pittsburgh’s iconic America’s Grand St. Patrick’s Day Event! 2025 St. Patrick’s Day Parades Restrictions and Road Closures March 12, 2025 . Please be advised of the following temporary parking restrictions and road closures in Albany, NY for the 2025 St. Patrick’s Day Parades. NEW FOR 2025 Both Parades Parking restrictions will be in place for the entirety of both parade routes. An all new Pittsburgh Parade Day Dash will be hosted by P3R, it will be on the parade route and it includes the 1 Mile Family Fun Run at 8:00 a.m. and a 5K that begins at 8:25 a.m. What to know Parade Road Closures & Parking Restrictions Parking is prohibited along the parade route and Market Square beginning at 4 a.m. on Saturday and tagging and towing will begin shortly thereafter. 11 Investigates: Pittsburgh red light camera program hits road block Allegheny County police engaging community, solving over 80% of homicides City officials respond to 11 Investigates reporting St. Patrick's Day parade officials say good weather could bring out massive crowds this weekend, and they want Pittsburghers to be prepared. Why it matters: Pittsburgh has one of the largest St. Patrick's Day celebrations in the country — typically attracting about 300,000 people, according to Visit Pittsburgh — and reveling in the parade and other events kicks off the region's unofficial The 264th New York City Saint Patrick’s Day Parade will take place along Fifth Avenue in Manhattan on Monday, March 17, 2025. This parade holds the distinction of being “the oldest and largest St. Patrick’s Day parade in the world,” with a tradition dating back to March 17, 1762—even earlier than the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The parade began at 11 a.m. and ends around 4:30 p.m. NYC St. Patrick's Day Parade 2025 map. The parade starts at 5th Avenue at 44th Street in Midtown, marches past St. Patrick's Cathedral and Pittsburgh Public Safety is excited to announce the final preparations for the annual St. Patrick’s Day parade and celebrations, which will kick off on Saturday, March 15, 2025. To help you plan ahead, the following information will guide you through the upcoming weekend The 264th edition of the popular and beloved New York City St. Patrick’s Day Parade is set for Monday, March 17. The parade is scheduled to begin at 11 a.m. Eastern Time and run until 3 p.m. The Saturday's celebrations will begin with P3R's new Pittsburgh Parade Day Dash. The city's parade begins at 10 am, but the party doesn't stop after the parade. Officials expect the city's South Side Alternative events to attend. The parade organizer, Irish Society for Education and Charity Inc., will host a family-friendly celebration in Market Square from 10 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Once again, it’s time for everyone to celebrate being Irish for the day and join us for the 52nd annual St. Patrick’s Parade on Saturday, March 8. St. Patrick's Day 2025 On Saturday, March 15, nearly 50 bus routes will be detoured in downtown Pittsburgh for the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade. Most detours will begin around 7 a.m. for parade setup and will last until police reopen streets around 3:30 p.m. Routes that serve Boulevard of the Allies will return to regular schedules by 5 p.m.
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