
The Springfield Saint Patrick’s Day Parade Downtown Springfield on March 14, 2026! This classic Springfield event returns for its 43rd parade, under the management of the Downtown Springfield Association.
Discovery Center – “The Big, Good Discovery Center Float”
(Best overall entry)
417 Pedal Tours – “417 Leprechaun Looters”
(The group with the highest energy and crowd interaction)
Grant Beach Neighborhood Association –Â
“There’s No Place like Home in Grant Beach”
(Presented to the group that represents a local community group, organization, school, or church while demonstrating unity, pride, and positive involvement within our local community.)
Sláinte! Starting at noon, join Finnegan’s Wake in Park Central Square on Saturday, March 14 for a cold one at Finn’s Beer Garden.
Make some golden memories on the Square with interactive fun from the Discovery Center. It’s the perfect St. Paddy’s celebration for all ages!
Come hungry for Tinga Taco, Down South Fried Fish Co., and Xurros food trucks that will be on the Square!

Meet & Greet with the Grand Marshal
Although the road closure has changed the parade route this year, Historic Commercial Street is still hosting some pre-parade activities for the community. Come enjoy free corned beef and cabbage (while supplies last) and meet Crystal Quade from 11:00 a.m. through 1:00 p.m.
C-Street St. Patrick’s Weekend Celebration and Punchcard Stroll
Pick up your punchcard at participating C-Street Businesses, Get five stamps from 5 different businesses over the weekend, fill out your info on the card and then drop it into one of the lucky pots at Eurasia, Springfield Mercantile, Chabom Teas & Spices, Moon City Pub, and Mumbles1888. Three Prize Pots to be given away with more than $350 in prizes worth of prizes from your favorite C-Street businesses.
St. Patrick’s Day Parade Party at The Moxy Hotel
Celebrate loud at Moxy Hotel before or after the parade with all-day food + drink specials. On the roof, Eyrie will have live music, amazing skyline views, and a front-row seat to the street-level sparkle below. What are you waiting for? Grab your crew and claim your spot at the party!
St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl
Your $10 wristband gets you into 10 of the best venues in Downtown Springfield: Dublin’s Pass, Finnegan’s Wake, Hour House, Shot Shack, Best of Luck, Bizarre Bar, Big Whiskeys, The Moxy, J.O.B. Public House, and Civil Kitchen! Wristbands are available at your favorite participating location now, plus Stick It In Your Ear or Discount Smokes!