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Here are some upcoming St. Patrick’s Day parades in March 2026 (based on current schedules; dates are typically set early but can have minor updates—check official sites closer to the time for any changes). The main one is the iconic Manhattan parade, with several others in boroughs or nearby.

1. NYC St. Patrick’s Day Parade (Manhattan)
   • Date: Tuesday, March 17, 2026
   • Time: Starts at 11:00 AM (runs until approx. 4:30–5:00 PM)
   • Location: Fifth Avenue from 44th Street to 79th Street, Manhattan (passes St. Patrick’s Cathedral)
   • Details: The 265th annual event—the oldest and largest St. Patrick’s Day parade in the world. Expect bagpipers, floats, Irish dancers, military bands, and massive crowds. It’s free and open to the public; arrive early for a good spot.
2. Bay Ridge St. Patrick’s Day Parade (Brooklyn)
   • Date: Sunday, March 22, 2026
   • Time: Typically afternoon (exact start TBD, check brparade.com)
   • Location: Bay Ridge, Brooklyn
   • Details: A vibrant neighborhood parade with local groups, bands, and Irish heritage celebrations—great for a more local vibe.

LONG ISLAND

• March 7, 2026 (Saturday)
  Kings Park – 16th Annual Parade at 12 PM. Starts at Lou Avenue and Pulaski Road, proceeds along Main Street to Old Dock Road near William T. Rogers Middle School.
• March 8, 2026 (Sunday)
  Huntington Village – 92nd Annual Parade at 2 PM (one of Long Island’s oldest and largest). Starts north of the Huntington LIRR station on New York Avenue, heads onto Main Street, and ends at the Church of St. Patrick (400 Main Street). Grand Marshal: Huntington Town Supervisor Edmund J. “Ed” Smyth.
• March 14, 2026 (Saturday)
  Bay Shore-Brightwaters – Starts at 2 PM from Saxon Avenue and Main Street, proceeds down Main Street/Montauk Highway.
  Massapequa – 11 AM (details vary by source).
  Westhampton Beach – 12 Noon along Main Street.
  St. James – 41st Annual at 1 PM (from Woodlawn Avenue to Lake Avenue and the train station).
  Cutchogue – 2 PM (along Route 25 ending in Cutchogue Village).
• March 15, 2026 (Sunday)
  Bayport-Blue Point – 36th Annual at 11 AM (starts at Montauk Highway and Snedecor Avenue, heads to Montauk Highway and Blue Point Avenue). Grand Marshal: Jennifer K. McNamara.
  Wantagh – 6th Annual at 2 PM (noted as one of the larger ones on Long Island).
  Rocky Point-Miller Place – 1 PM (starts at Route 25A & Harrison Avenue, ends at Broadway & North Country Road).
• Rockville Centre St. Patrick’s Day Parade (Long Island, near NYC)
• Date: Saturday, March 21, 2026
• Time: 12:00 PM
• Location: Rockville Centre, NY (details via Uniformed Firefighters Association events)
• Details: A community-focused parade with related fundraisers and events—often tied to NYC-area celebrations.

WESTCHESTER COUNTY

Northern Westchester-Putnam St. Patrick’s Day Parade (Mahopac, serving northern Westchester and Putnam areas)

Date/Time: Sunday, March 8, 2026 at 2:00 PM (rain or shine)
Details: One of the largest in the region (49th annual). Starts near the Mahopac firehouse on Route 6 at Croton Falls Road, with the Pledge of Allegiance by the 9/11 memorial. Features bands, marchers, and community groups celebrating Irish heritage.
More info: Check the official Facebook page (Northern Westchester Putnam Saint Patricks Day Parade) or putnamcountyny.gov/tourism.White Plains St. Patrick’s Day Parade https://putnamcountyny.gov/tourism

White Plains

Date/Time: Saturday, March 14, 2026 at Noon
Details: Downtown White Plains along Mamaroneck Avenue (starts at the intersection of Mamaroneck and other points, often near City Hall). A popular central Westchester event with participants, sponsors, and festive atmosphere.
More info: wpsaintpatricksdayparade.com (includes participant/sponsor forms).Yonkers St. Patrick’s Day Parade (on McLean Avenue, southern Westchester) https://wpsaintpatricksdayparade.com

Yonkers

Date/Time: Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Details: The 69th annual parade along McLean Avenue (the “Emerald Mile”). Mass at St. Barnabas Chapel beforehand at 11:15 AM. Features grand marshal, bands, and community celebration. There’s also a related dinner dance earlier in the month.
More info: http://www.yonkersstpatricksparade.org/

Mamaroneck

Date/Time: Sunday, March 22, 2026 at 1:30 PM (rain date: March 29)
Details: Along Mamaroneck Avenue. The 14th annual event supports scholarships and features marchers, bands, and heroes.
More info: soundshoreparade.com. https://soundshoreparade.com

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