Rockford Saint Patrick's Day Parade and Paddyfest
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Sat, Mar 16 , 2024 3:00pm
416 South Main Street, Rockford, IL 61101
The Irish Marching Society presents the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade and PaddyFest.
Parade line up is at 2:00PM Parade Kickoff at 3:00PM. The Parade runs up 7th Street to Charles to State, crossing the river and proceeding to Main then turning left onto Main Street and disbanding near the park District Administration Building (the old post office). State St. bridge and Davis Park will be great places to view Operation Emerald Water, the Rock River turning bright green! Following the parade head down to Embassy Suites to celebrate PaddyFest. PaddyFest will kick off at 4:00 PM at Embassy Suites.
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