St. Patrick's Parade and Festival

Get ready to paint the town green! The Fort Lauderdale St. Patrick’s Parade & Festival draws thousands of spectators to the streets of downtown for a one-of-a-kind celebration of all things Irish. The parade features decorative floats, bagpipers, marching bands, street performers, classic automobiles, and more. The festival features live music, a kids zone, exhibitors, interactive games, cultural activities, and Irish food and beverages.

Entertainment Schedule
10:00 am: Festival Begins - Tunnel Top Plaza, Las Olas Boulevard and SE 6th Avenue
12:00 pm: Parade Begins - Parade will travel east on Las Olas Boulevard from Huizenga Plaza to SE 9th Avenue   
1:30 pm: Mayor's Welcome and Irish Blessing
1:45 pm: Bangers and Mash (Band)    
3:00 pm: Aranmore Academy of Irish Dance    
3:30 pm: Police Pipe and Drum Corps    
4:20 pm: Kelly Academy of Irish Dance    
5:00 pm: Drake School of Irish Dance   
5:30 pm: Wide Awake / A Tribute to the Music of U2