Green flags and shamrocks are popping up—Holyoke’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade is just a few days away! If you’re chasing that pot of gold, head to Holyoke, MA, where Irish pride takes over every March. Known as “Ireland Parish” for its deep Irish roots, this city throws one of the biggest St. Patrick’s Day parties around. Grab your green hat, and your best cannabis, and get ready for 2025’s big show.
What Is the Holyoke St. Patrick’s Day Parade?
This annual bash celebrates Holyoke’s Irish heritage with a bang. Back in the 1800s, Irish immigrants flooded Holyoke, earning it the “Ireland Parish” tag. Now, 72 years strong, the Holyoke St. Patrick’s Day Parade keeps that legacy alive, drawing folks from all over. Thousands of festive people line the streets for things to do at parade time, such as:
- Watching the marching bands blasting Irish classics
- Enjoying the dance crews stepping to Celtic beats
- Taking advantage of the food trucks and booths with loads of Irish-themed picks
- Mingling with the parade-going folks to play games and have fun
- Taking part in the local events before and after the parade
Holyoke St Patricks Parade 2025: Key Details
When Is It?
The 2025 Holyoke St Patricks Parade will be on Sunday, March 23, 2025. It’s the Sunday after St. Patrick’s Day since the holiday falls on a weekday.
Where’s the Parade Route?
The parade stretches 2.65 miles through downtown Holyoke with many great viewing points along the way. The route the parade generally takes is:
- Starts at Kmart Plaza on Northampton Street
- Cuts east to Beech Street
- Hits Appleton Street southeast
- Turns north on High Street
- Ends near High and Hampden Streets
What Time’s Kickoff?
The parade kickoff is at 11:10 AM. Be sure to show up by 9:30 AM to grab a spot and catch the early floats and marchers.
How Long Will the Parade Last?
The full parade usually lasts about three hours, so if you do happen to miss the opening, you’ll still have plenty of time to see a lot of floats and participants.
What about Weather Worries?
Rain or shine, it’s on. Snow, sleet, whatever—Holyoke doesn’t back down when it comes to the St. Patty’s Day Parade. Bring a jacket or umbrella just in case, and be sure to dress comfortably based on the weather.
Stop in and See Us at Canna Provisions Before You Go
Planning your trip to one of the largest St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in Massachusetts? We’d love to see you at our Holyoke dispensary along the way! Canna Provisions is one of the largest supporters of the parade, but we also make sure everyone has the best time with a full pot ‘o green. No need to look for the rainbow at all—only the Canna Provisions dispensary. Head to the menu to find everything you need to feel like the luckiest person of all.
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