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SCRANTON SAINT PATRICK'S PARADE

Saturday • March 8, 2025 • Downtown Scranton

Locally called "Parade Day," the Scranton Saint Patrick's Parade is the largest annual celebration in Lackawanna County. This nationally acclaimed event stands as one of the nation's largest St. Patrick’s parades, drawing a crowd of 150,000 spectators for the day-long celebration held the weekend before the Feast of St. Patrick (St. Patrick’s Day). With over 12,000 participants, including Irish groups and societies, bagpipers, high school and string bands, elaborate floats, Irish dancers, and more, the parade celebrates the spirit of Irish culture and tradition.

Floats, Fun, & Festivities

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Scranton St. Patrick's Parade 2022

Don your green and enjoy a day packed with floats, music, dancing, and excitement! But the fun doesn't end there. Following the parade, continue the Irish cheer and great times with live entertainment, refreshing drinks, and mouthwatering meals at numerous restaurants, bars, and pubs throughout Lackawanna County! Stay the weekend, and be sure to book your hotel room in one of our downtown Scranton hotels so that you're close to the action, or stay in one of our nearby hotels.

Explore the details below for more information about Parade Day, as well as popular local venues to continue the party after the parade!

Parade Route & Event Hours

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A group of Irish dancers perform at the Scranton St. Patrick's Parade

The Scranton St. Patrick's Parade is a free event! The Parade Day schedule is as follows:

10:00 AM | Parade Day Mass at St. Peter’s Cathedral
11:00 AM | Brian P. Kelly Memorial 2 Mile Footrace starts
11:45 AM | Parade begins

The parade route is marked in green and begins on Wyoming Avenue in front of St. Peter’s Cathedral, proceeds through the streets of downtown Scranton, past the Lackawanna County Courthouse on North Washington Avenue, and ends after passing Lackawanna College.

Address & Parking

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Location

200 N Washington Ave, Scranton, PA, 18503

Parking

There will be limited on-street parking in and around Downtown Scranton for the St. Patrick's Day Parade. Downtown Scranton provides five Central Parking Garages within close proximity to the parade route. 

We recommend confirming operating hours and getting up-to-date info directly with the venue prior to your visit.
Scranton St. Patrick’s Parade Website

 

Where to Stay on Parade Day

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Stay in the midst of the fun and book a room at a downtown Scranton hotel, such as the Hilton Scranton & Conference Center or the Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel, or explore the many other comfortable hotels in Scranton and throughout Lackawanna County.

 

Parade Day Parties & Events

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Discover the exciting upcoming events scheduled for Parade Day below. Additionally, explore our full calendar of events for a wide range of other enjoyable activities! Check back later for some of the local's favorite places to celebrate in Downtown Scranton and all around Lackawanna County.

Downtown Scranton

Ale Mary's at the Bittenbender
Backyard Ale House
Bartari
Downtown Deli
Harry's Cocktail Bar
Hilton Scranton & PJ's 1910 Pub
Mutant Brewing
Posh at the Scranton Club
Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel Scranton
Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple
The Bog
The Loft
The Railyard
The Ritz Theater

Scranton

Andy Gavin's Eatery & Pub
Cooper's Seafood House
Farr Street Tavern
Groove Brewing
Joyce's Cafe
Kelly's Pub & Eatery
Poor Richard's Pub
The Thirsty Elephant
The V-Spot Bar
The 1905 Tavern
Voodoo Brewing
Waldorf Park GAF

Surrounding Regions

Barrett's Pub
Breaker Brewing Outpost
Bud's Bar & Grill
Buddy Clarke's Tavern
Cheap Shots Bar and Restaurant
Dooley's Pub & Eatery
Electric City Harley-Davidson
Jak's Pub & Eatery
Kenny's Pub
McGrath's Pub & Eatery
Slingshots Bar & Grill
The Stonehouse

Live Music Spots

Check back later for exciting live music events on Parade Day.

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