The largest St Patricks’ Day Parade in South Florida is almost here!
Get ready to paint the town green! The Fort Lauderdale St. Patrick’s Parade & Festival draws thousands of spectators to the streets of downtown for a one-of-a-kind celebration of all things Irish. The parade features 100+ elaborately decorated floats, bagpipers, marching bands, street performers, Irish dancers, scout troops, local sports teams, veterans’ groups, classic cars, first responders and their vehicles on full display and more. The festival features live music, a kids zone, exhibitors, interactive games, cultural activities, and Irish food and beverages.
This is one of Fort Lauderdale’s most highly anticipated annual events. Enjoy it!
Here’s what else you need to know:
- Parade begins at 12 PM, Saturday Mar 8, 2025
- Admission is Free
- Thousands will be there so arrive early for a great spot along the parade route
- Traffic will be heavy! Arrive early and enjoy the pre-parade entertainment
- Public parking spots and city garages will fill up early
- The busiest stretch of the parade is typically in the heart of downtown between Moxies and YOLO Plaza
- Las Olas restaurants will be packed – Arrive early if you’re looking to dine before or after the event
- There will be plenty of outdoor food & beverage vendors surrounding the parade route
- Various road closures will be in effect so plan ahead
Friday, March 7
- Street Striping | 4:30 – 5 PM
- Tunnel Top Plaza, Las Olas Boulevard and SE 6th Ave
Saturday, March 8
- Parade | Noon
- Parade will travel east on Las Olas Boulevard from Huizenga Plaza to SE 9th Avenue
- Festival | 10 AM – 7 PM
- Tunnel Top Plaza, Las Olas Boulevard and SE 6th Avenue
For the complete schedule of activities, map and more – Click here.
See you there!
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