*UPDATE 3/11/20:
MANY ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADES HAVE BEEN CANCELLED. PLEASE CHECK WITH THE EVENT SITES FOR MORE DETAILS.*
St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner, so it’s time to let your inner Irish cut loose! The team at Action Appliance Repair has the scoop on St. Patrick’s Day parades in Connecticut as well as additional events to make the holiday fun. Check it out!
St. Patrick’s Day Parades in Connecticut
New Haven
New Haven St. Patrick’s Day holds the 6th oldest parade in the nation. 3,000 marchers and musical units join in the fun for this historic celebration of cultures at one of the most popular St. Patrick’s Day parades in Connecticut.
- March 15th
- 1:30 pm
- Begins at Chapel Street, ends at Orange Street
- FREE
- Parade Details
Stamford
Bringing in more than 80 marching units from the tri-state area, this celebration of Irish and other cultures is still a fan favorite for St. Patrick’s Day parades in Connecticut!
- March 7th
- 2:00 pm
- Begins at Washington Blvd. and Main Street
- FREE
- Parade Details
Milford
St. Patrick’s Day parades in Connecticut are a tradition. Milford is the proud host of one of CT largest St. Patrick’s Day parades. Enjoy music from Bobby Morrill Music and Camac throughout the parade!
- March 14th
- 1:00 pm
- River and Broad Streets
- FREE
- Parade Details
Bridgeport
The 38th Annual Greater Bridgeport St. Patrick’s Day Parade is a celebration for sure! Don’t miss the fun at this festive tradition. Festivities begin at 8:30am and the parade kicks-off at noon.
- March 17th
- 12:00 pm
- Begins at Harbor Yard and continues up Broad Street
- FREE
- Parade Details
Hartford
In honor of the true Celtic culture, this Hartford St. Patrick’s Day parade unites surrounding communities in celebration and fun. This is a community favorite for St. Patrick’s Day parades in Connecticut.
- March 14th
- 11:00 am
- Begins at Capitol Avenue, ends by the Memorial Arch
- FREE
- Parade Details
Norwich
Although this lively parade kicks off at 1:00pm, the fun doesn’t stop there! Join the festivities after the parade- including activities and food for all ages.
- March 1st
- 1:00 pm
- Downtown Main Street
- Free
- Parade Details
St. Patrick’s Day 5K Races
Niantic
Run by the quiet, off-season cottages of the Pine Grove community in this 5K race shoreline race. There may be a cold beer waiting at the end of this rainbow.
- March 21st
- 9:00 am
- Starts and finishes at Niantic Bay Bicycles, 8 Methodist Street
- Free for spectators, see details for registration info
- Race Details
Hartford
With Irish bagpipers and Celtic fiddlers entertaining you along the way, you may get lost enough in the music to dance your way through this 5K!
- March 22nd
- Katy’s Wee Mile: 12:30 pm, 5K: 1:00 pm
- Begins outside of Dillon Stadium
- Free for spectators, see details for registration info
- Race Details
Southington
Get dressed up for this one! This is a fast 5K down rural streets and finishes with festivities at the brewery and taproom. What could be better?
- March 14th
- HMF FitKids Run 9:30 am, 5K: 10:00 am
- Begins at Kinsmen Brewing Company, 409 Canal Street
- Free for spectators, see details for registration info
- Race Details
St. Patrick’s Day Beer & Music
West Hartford
Enjoy traditional Irish signature dishes and Celtic games at the tavern. Price includes dinner, one complimentary drink (more available for purchase), live entertainment, and games.
- March 13-14
- 6:00 pm March 13th to 8:30 pm March 14th
- Noah Webster House and West Hartford Historical Society
227 South Main St. - $45
- Event Details
Hartford
Featuring the Dublin City Ramblers, this is a St. Patrick’s Day event to behold! This impressive musical ensemble will take you back in time as they treat you to authentic Irish music.
- March 6th
- 8:00 pm
- Infinity Hall – Hartford
32 Front St. - $29-$49
- Event Details
Branford
Come along for the 2nd annual Shenanigan’s Irish Festival! Filled with live music, games, dancing, great food and Irish fun, and of course, BEER!
- March 7th
- 12:00 pm-8:00 pm
- Stony Creek Brewery
5 Indian Neck Lane - $20
- Event Details
May the luck o’ the Irish be upon you this St. Patrick’s Day 2020!
