NYC's 2025 St. Patrick's Day Parade: Everything You Need to Know

Get ready for the 264th annual St. Patrick's Day Parade in NYC! This year's parade promises to be a spectacular event, but with the festivities comes some important information you need to know about the parade's route, timing, and street closures.

Parade Details

• Date: Monday, March 17, 2025
• Start Time: 11:00 AM
• Expected Duration: Over five hours, concluding around 4:30 PM
• Route: The parade will travel approximately 35 blocks up Fifth Avenue in Midtown Manhattan, starting at 44th Street, passing St. Patrick's Cathedral, and ending at 79th Street.

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Weather Forecast

While heavy rain and high winds are predicted for Sunday night, conditions should improve by Monday. Expect some light rain at the parade's start, clearing up from west to east around 4 PM. Temperatures will be in the mid-to-upper 50s.

Street Closures

The NYPD has announced several street closures on Monday. Please plan your travel accordingly. Here's a summary:

Formation Areas:

• Vanderbilt Avenue between 43rd and 46th Streets
• 44th-48th Streets between Vanderbilt Avenue and 6th Avenue

Parade Route:

• 5th Avenue between 79th and 43rd Streets

Dispersal Areas:

• 5th Avenue between 84th and 79th Streets
• 79th-83rd Streets between Park and 5th Avenues

Miscellaneous Closures:

Several other streets will be closed; see the full list on the official parade website.

For a detailed list of all street closures and more information, visit the official NYC St. Patrick's Day Parade website.