St. Patrick's Day 2026 in Pittsburgh

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day at one of the largest St. Patrick's Day Parades in the United States.

Get ready to pull out your green and celebrate Ireland's patron saint in the 'Burgh! According to Travel + Leisure and Niche, "St. Patrick’s Day is best celebrated in Pittsburgh given that 14% of the population is Irish." In fact, WalletHub ranked Pittsburgh among the Best Places to Go for St. Patrick’s Day in 2024. Whether you're Irish or not, you'll want to join in the fun!

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When & Where

This year's St. Patrick's Day Parade will take place on Saturday, March 14, 2026 beginning at 10 a.m. in Downtown Pittsburgh.

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Parade Route

The St. Patrick's Parade begins at the intersection of Liberty Avenue and 11th Street, then continues on to Grant Street, where it turns right onto the Boulevard of the Allies. From there the parade proceeds to the Reviewing Stand at Stanwix Street. It will then disburse at Commonwealth Place.

Parade Rules

The parade happens rain or shine, so be prepared and dress appropriately. Open containers are not allowed on the parade route and officers will be out and about, so plan your celebrations for before and after the parade.

Getting There

Downtown Parking Options: Street parking will be heavily restricted. Visit the Parking Authority website for a list of downtown lots and garages and their rates.

Public Transit: Check the Pittsburgh Regional Transit schedules for bus and T service. More than 40 bus routes serving Downtown and the Strip District will have detours and/or temporary stop changes on the morning of the parade.

Street Closures: Pittsburgh police will announce a list of downtown street closures in the days leading up to the parade. Make sure to check them before you head out!

Fun Facts About the St. Patrick's Day Parade

The parade route is 1.4 miles from start to end
The parade typically attracts from 200,000-350,000 spectators
There will be more than 200 marching units, bands, and floats
The Pittsburgh parade is one of the largest parades in the nation
Western Pennsylvanians who claim Irish-American heritage are one of the largest segments of the population

People wearing green gathered at the Pittsburgh Brewing Company on St. Patrick's Day

Other 2026 St. Patrick's Day Events

Art on Tap: Leprechaun Lounge | The Westmoreland Museum of Art

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Luck out during this delightfully Irish evening at The Westmoreland Museum of Art. Sip on green beer while enjoying live music, entertainment, and interactive games. Each Art on Tap event features light bites and includes one drink from the cash bar.

Parade Day Mass at St. Patrick's Church in the Strip District

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Parade-goers and marchers can start their day off in the true spirit of St. Patrick with Roman Catholic Mass.

Parade Day Dash

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NEW last year! Get your energy up before the parade at the Parade Day Dash, a 5K and 1-Mile Family Fun Run/Walk winding through downtown Pittsburgh. Runners and walkers alike will receive a limited-edition hoodie, finisher medal, and bib as part of their registration.

Kegs and Eggs | City Works

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Start your celebrations at the ultimate pre-parade party in in Market Square for City Work's Kegs & Eggs party for a breakfast buffet and drink specials on green beer, Guinness, Bloody Marys and mimosas.

Burgh Bus/Molly's Trolleys Brewery Hops | Inner Groove

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Inner Groove has assembled an all-star lineup worthy of a superhero movie. Take your pick of brewery hops on March 15: the Verona neighborhood includes stops at Inner Groove, Acclamation Brewing, and Local Remedy Brewing.

St. Patty's Day with the Jig-Offs | Abjuration Brewing

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A special beer release and a live band playing Irish jigs and folks music with Safari Eats supplying the food. Can you say perfect St. Patty's day evening?

Howl at the Moon

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Get shamrock'd at Howl at the Moon in Downtown Pittsburgh with two great nights full of green beer, live music and specials on green beer, Lucky Charms shots, Jameson Orange Spritz, and Blarney Bombs.

Irish City St. Patrick’s Day Celebration | Pittsburgh Brewing Company

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Spend the day celebrating at Pittsburgh Brewing Company with a full lineup of festive fun. Kick things off with a classic Kegs and Eggs breakfast from 8-10 a.m., then enjoy live performances from local bands, food trucks, and a visit from a mischievous leprechaun. Between rounds of green beer, check out the cigar bar and fire pits, play yard games, snap photos in themed booths, test your swing on the golf simulator, or get some ink from on-site tattoo artists.

St. Patrick's Day Bar Crawl | South Side

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Join the ultimate pub crawl with green beers and great vibes with multiple stops along the South Side. Your wristband gets you into each venue quickly with 50% off drink specials plus live music and DJs at select locations plus a photographer to capture all your best moments.

New Direct Flight from Dublin to Pittsburgh

You read that right: there's a new direct flight between Pittsburgh International Airport and Ireland! Operated by Aer Lingus, this flight is the first directly connecting the Steel City to the Emerald Isle. Here's everything you need to know about the flight:

Route: Pittsburgh/Dublin
Start date: May 2026
Operating: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays & Sundays (no flights in January and February)
Airline: Aer Lingus
Prices: starting at around $530 (subject to change)

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