The family-friendly celebration has grown into the largest community-based St. Patrick’s Day parade outside of Ireland, according to its website. A troop of Irish dancers walk in the South Side Irish Parade. Credit: Kate Gardiner/Flickr. St. Patrick’s Day Brunch. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday. Wild Blossom Meadery and Winery, 9030 S. Hermitage Ave. The history of St. Patrick’s Day in Chicago goes back more than 175 years. Now a longstanding tradition, Chicago’s Irish parade was first held in 1843. The dyeing of the Chicago River was added in 1962, quickly becoming one of Chicago’s most famous events. The 47th South Side Irish St. Patrick’s Day Parade, a Chicago tradition featuring floats, dance schools, pipe bands and various marchers, steps off at noon on Sunday from 103rd Street and CHICAGO — St. Patrick’s Day weekend festivities around the city will roll through the Norwood Park area Sunday with the 22nd edition of the Northwest Side Irish Parade. It steps off at noon a Welcome to the r/Chicago megathread for all things St Paddy's. This thread is the place to ask any question not allowed as its own post under our content policy, or to advertise events around the holiday. The bar opens early for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations so you’ll get to savor a whole day of Irish food and Guinness pints. Gaslight: Get ready for a St. Patrick’s Day brunch party at this popular neighborhood bar in Lincoln Park. As a live DJ amps up the energy, savor an impressive brunch buffet spread and sip on house cocktails and Now if just wants to drink on the north side then all the neighborhoods will be the same. Wicker park probably the least fraty, Wrigley the wildest, west loop the most interesting, river north is always good, etc. nothing unique and special like the south side Irish community on st Patrick day though. St. Patrick's Day Parade. The main parade will be held Saturday, March 15 at 12:15 but entry to the parade begins at 11 a.m., according to the official parade website. Entry is only permitted at Credit: Colin Boyle/Block Club Chicago St. Patrick’s Day At The Irish American Heritage Center. 4-11 p.m. Monday, March 17. Irish American Heritage Center, 4626 N. Knox Ave. While most St. Patrick’s Day events are happening the weekend prior, you can celebrate on the actual holiday with the Irish American Heritage Center. That was just the start of the St. Patrick's Day weekend festivities in Chicago. The festivities continue Sunday with the 47th annual South Side Irish Parade, which begins with a ribbon cutting at Location: Soldier Field, 1410 Museum Campus Dr, Chicago, IL 60605; St. Patrick’s Day River North Party. Date: March 17; Time: Evening (check specific event times) Location: River North area, various participating venues; For St. Patrick’s Day in Chicago – Check This Link! THE 2024 CHICAGO ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE – 2024 CHICAGO ST. Celtic Crossing in the Lincoln Square neighborhood is a welcoming spot for those looking to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with both great food and drinks. This Irish pub serves up delicious dishes I’ve rounded up the best ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Chicago, including my own top pick. (Special thanks to my brother who lives in Chicago and knows how to drink.) If you want to keep digging into St. Patty’s Day fare, stick with Choose Chicago. Top 9 activities in Chicago for St. Patty’s Day #1: Watch the river run green Our real estate brokerages: Neighborhoods.com, Neighborhoods Home Source, Inc. CA BRE # 02003453 | (855) 744-2846 West Loop and Fulton Market. Bandit; Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Bandit on Two, the second floor of Bandit, on Saturday, March 15, 2025. From 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., ticket holders can enjoy a private event featuring a standard open bar with mimosas and well cocktails, passed bar bites, and festive green décor and swag. The best St. Patrick’s Day 2025 events in Chicago Channel the spirit of the Irish with parades, parties and more of the best St. Patrick's Day festivities. Wednesday March 5 2025 It’s certainly not the only option, though; here’s a quick roundup: Avondale St. Patrick’s Parade at 10 a.m. March 15 from 3471 N. Elston Ave. Archer Avenue St. Patrick’s Day Parade at According to a well-researched 2024 Block Club Chicago feature by Linze Rice, the first St. Patrick’s Day parade in Chicago was held in 1843 and included citizens, a band and a military group of St. Patrick’s Day River Dyeing Party at Hyatt Regency Chicago – Indoor only ; St. Paddys Day x Pizzeria Portofino – indoor and outdoor viewing of the river ; Travelle at The Langham – indoor only ; Chief O’Neill’s Pub & Restaurant – St. Patrick’s Buffet – more of a neighborhood feel. Kids allowed early in the day. Chicago St. Patrick's Day parade route The city's downtown St. Patrick's Day Parade is celebrating its 70th anniversary. The parade steps off at 12:15 p.m. on Saturday, March 15, at Columbus and
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