St. Patrick's Day, an annual Irish holiday, is marked on March 17. The festival is observed by people to honour the memory of Saint Patrick, who was the patron saint of Ireland and one of Christianity's most widely-known figures.
With more than 32 million US residents claiming Irish ancestry, St. Patrick's Day is a major occasion in the country and is celebrated by attending parades as well as partaking of food and drink associated with Ireland.
St. Patrick's Day is celebrated in countries having a strong Irish presence. To mark the occasion and celebrate Irish culture, parades, festivals, and various events are held. Originally, it was celebrated as a religious feast to mark St Patrick's work, but now highlights Irish history and culture.
Patrick's Day Parade In New York City
A big highlight of the celebrations is the parade that takes place in the New York City. It is the largest of several St. Patrick's Day celebrations in and around New York, with about two million people expected to assemble in Manhattan.
In 2026, the 265th Saint Patrick's Day Parade is taking place in the New York City.
This year, the parade is scheduled to start at 11 a.m. ET and run until 3 p.m. It will begin from Fifth Avenue at 44th Street and come to an end at Fifth Avenue at 79th Street.
Notably, this is the oldest and one of the largest St. Patrick's Day Parade in the world. It was held for the first time in 1762.
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Grand Marshal For 2026 Patrick's Day Parade In NYC
Robert James “Bob” McCann has been announced as the Grand Marshal for this year's St. Patrick's Day Parade in New York City. He is the Board Chair of the Irish Arts Center in New York.
For nearly three decades, McCann has worked to strengthen the cultural and civic ties between Ireland and the US.
Among the dignitaries participating in this year's parade include New York Governor Kathy Hochul, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch and FDNY Commissioner Lillian Bonsignore among others. Mamdani is even hosting a St. Patrick's Day breakfast at Gracie Mansion.
The New York National Guard's "Fighting 69th" will be leading the parade for the 175th time.
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Weather Forecast For NYC's St. Patrick's Day Parade
This year, people are expected to witness a cold and blustery St. Patrick's Day.
According to First Alert Forecast, the temperature will be around 38 degrees Fahrenheit and sunny when the parade kickstarts at 11 a.m. (local time). It is expected to witness highs of 40s as the day progresses.
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