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St. Patrick’s Day Parade 2025 (San Francisco)

Name: St. Patrick’s Day Parade 2025 (San Francisco)
Start: 2025-03-15T11:30:00-07:00
End: 2025-03-15T14:00:00-07:00
Location: Market Street

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Saturday, March 15, 2025 - 11:30 am to 2:00 pm | Cost: FREE
Market Street | Market Street and Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA

Financial District San Francisco

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Submitted by the Event Organizer

The 174th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade hosted by the United Irish Societies is one of the city’s most popular parades & events. Join us on Saturday, March 15, 2025, for fun and celebration.

174th Annual San Francisco St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Saturday, March 15, 2025 | 11:30am Start
2nd and Market to Civic Center Plaza via McAllister St., San Francisco
FREE

The Parade begins at the corner of 2nd & Market Street, marches down Market Street, and will make its way to Civic Center Plaza.

Is there a Civic Center Festival for 2025: Unfortunately no. According to the official Facebook page there will be no post-parade festival at Civic Center Plaza in 2025.

The St. Patrick’s Day Parade celebrates and showcases our Irish community, Irish culture, and character in all its forms. Featured groups from throughout the Bay Area’s Irish community including schools, youth organizations, labor unions, and cultural groups, as well as the San Francisco Police and Fire Departments, will march down Market Street.

2025 San Francisco St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Get ready for San Francisco’s biggest Irish celebration! Join the United Irish Societies of San Francisco for the 2025 San Francisco St. Patrick’s Day Parade, a cherished tradition that brings the community together to honor Irish heritage and the immigrant experience.

Date: Saturday, March 15, 2025
Route: Starts at 2nd & Market Street and ends at City Hall
Parade Kickoff: 11:30 AM

Please note: There will be no post-parade festival at Civic Center Plaza in 2025.

This year’s theme: “The Immigrant’s Story”
This year, we celebrate the rich histories, cultures, and contributions of immigrants who have shaped San Francisco and beyond.

Parade Highlights:
Grand Marshal: Mark Gorman leads the way!
Honorees: Jerry Cassidy, Marie Gavney, and Sr. Edith Hurley, RSM
A dazzling procession of floats, marching bands, Irish dancers, and cultural groups from around the world!
A special tribute to the pivotal role of Irish immigrants in San Francisco’s early history.
A celebration of immigrant resilience through music, dance, and visual art!

Don’t miss this vibrant display of heritage, unity, and community! Line Market Street with family and friends, wave your Irish flags, and celebrate the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day in San Francisco!

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.

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