San Francisco's Irish population started hosting a St Patrick's Day parade all the way back in 1851, and it has long been run by the United Irish Societies of San Francisco. The city is now home to one of the country's biggest parade celebrations, with thousands expected to attend in 2024. Join the United Irish Societies of San Francisco for the 2025 San Francisco 174th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade, San Francisco's biggest Irish celebration! This year, the theme of "The Immigrant's Story" celebrates the rich histories, cultures, and contributions of immigrants who have shaped San Francisco and beyond. St. Patrick's Day Extravanganza at The Hibernia SF | On-the-Day Raffle: 2 Winners Will Win a Free Stay at Timbri Hotel or The Proper! March 15, 2025. 11:00am - 6:00pm. The Hibernia SF, 1 Jones Street, San Francisco. Step into a Piece of San Francisco History! Hibernia SF invites you to experience one of San Francisco's iconic landmarks. San Francisco’s 172nd annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade will start at 2nd & Market Street and will go all the way to City Hall. The historic parade is one of the largest in the world with over 100,000 people. The parade is followed by a giant block party on March 12. 2025 Saint Patrick’s Day Parade. The 2025 San Francisco St. Patrick’s Day Parade, held on March 15th, celebrates the theme “The Immigrant’s Story”, honoring the diverse histories, cultures, and contributions of immigrants of all backgrounds to both the city and the nation. The parade will feature a colorful array of floats, marching About the Event. 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. Here’s our choices for our favorite free & affordable St. Patrick’s events for 2025 including a huge 3-day pub crawl, San Francisco’s annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade, the 19th annual St. Patrick’s Day block party at Irish Bank, a Leprechaun Hunt, our very own Dublin’s St. Patrick’s Day Festival & Parade, and new for 2025, Downtown SF’s “St. Pat’s on Front St.” Block Party Since 1851, San Francisco has celebrated St. Patrick’s Day. UniteSF celebrates diversity and unity by showcasing Irish culture and heritage through San Francisco’s iconic St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival. UNITED IRISH SOCIETIES OF SAN FRANCISCO 501(c)3 non profit organization produces the festival and parade. United Irish Societies has named the 2025 Grand Marshal for the 174th Annual San Francisco St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Grand Marshal and UICC Board Member Mr. Mark Gorman will be leading the community up Market Street on March 15, 2025. We extend congratulations to Mark and his family on this honor and look forward to the celebrations. Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in San Francisco! 🍀 Join the festive fun on Saturday, March 15, 2025, as the San Francisco St. Patrick's Day Parade brings the city to life with Irish spirit! 🎉 📍 Location: From 2nd Street & Market Street to the Civic Center. ⏰ Time: 11:30 AM The 2025 San Francisco St. Patrick's Day Parade will take place on Saturday, March 15, 2025. The parade will start at 2nd and Market Street and end at City Hall. 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 Join us Saturday, March 14th for the 169th Annual Saint Patrick’s Day Parade! The parade kicks off at 11:30 am at the corner of Second and Market (see map below) where attendees from all over the world will reel with laughter and revelry all the way to City Hall. San Francisco’s St. Patrick’s Day parade dates back to 1851 . For a complete history of the parade, click here. When: Saturday, March 15, 2025. starting at 11:30 am RAIN OR SHINE. Event Summary On Saturday, March 15, 2025, the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade, consisting of approximately 110 floats, will begin at 11:30 a.m. The parade will form along 2nd Street, then proceed along Market Street to Civic Center Plaza. Streets will be closed and Muni will reroute buses. Read below for more details. The San Francisco St. Patrick’s Day Parade, which will consist of approximately 110 floats, will begin at 11:30 a.m. this Saturday. The main areas affected in the city are the Financial District San Francisco, San Francisco California travel information. San Francisco St. Patrick's Parade . 174th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade & Festival March 15, 2025, 11:30 p.m. | Block Party 10 a.m.-5 p.m. rain or shine San Francisco's 173rd Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Celebration 2024. Saturday, March 16, 2024 - 11:30 AM to 6:00 PM. 11:30 AM Parade Starts at 2nd Street & Market Street; 11:30 AM Civic Center Plaza Opens: Food, Drink, Music, Vendors; 2:00 PM Parade Ends at Civic Center Plaza in front of City Hall; 2:00 PM Live Music begins on Civic San Francisco will stage its 174th annual St. Patrick's Day Parade on Market Street, with a post-parade block party to follow at the United Irish Cultural Center. In the East Bay, enjoy Dublin's St. Patricks Day Festival on March 15 and 16. Find the rider guide to both events below. Use BART’s Trip Planner for detailed routes and transit options. Irish Pubs in San Francisco to visit on St. Patrick's Day. The Napper Tandy in San Francisco's Mission District is a fun spot to celebrate St. Patrick's Day.
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