The Boston Police Department reported nine people arrested at the parade and four more set to be summoned to South Boston District Court, as of 6 p.m. Sunday. This year’s South Boston St. Patrick’s Day parade started earlier to curb last year’s public drinking and violence, which led to 11 arrests. Bostonians were the first to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in North America. On March 17, 1737, as a gesture of solidarity among the city’s new Irish immigrants, Boston’s Irish community joined together in festivities of their homeland and to honor the memory of the below Patron Saint of Ireland. The parade, which dates to the turn of the 20th century, marks both St. Patrick’s Day and Evacuation Day, which commemorates the day in 1776 when British troops left Boston after a protracted siege during the Revolutionary War. South Boston’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade brought revelers in green, confetti-filled streets, and a raucous celebration that spilled from the sidewalks to the T. Amid cheers, pushups, and Lucky The South Boston St. Patrick’s Day/Evacuation Day Parade returns to take place on Sunday March 16th 2025 at 11:30am. learn more about the parade organizers Find more pictures at maiakphotography.com ! Est. 1940, the South Boston Boys and Girls Club St. Patrick’s Day Road Roace race is held the same Sunday as the Southie St. Patrick’s Day Parade! This Year’s race will be held on Sunday, March 16, at 9:30am. Most of the race is positioned on East and West Broadway; with the turnaround at Farragut Statue, at Pleasure Bay/Boston Harbor. Bostonians were the first to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in North America. On March 17, 1737, as a gesture of solidarity among the city’s new Irish immigrants, Boston’s Irish community joined together in festivities of their homeland and to honor the memory of the below Patron Saint of Ireland. Sunday's parade dates back to the turn of the 20th century and marks both St. Patrick’s Day and Evacuation Day, which commemorates the day in 1776 when British troops left Boston after a The South Boston St. Patrick's Day/Evacuation Day Parade is a historic event celebrating both Irish heritage and a pivotal moment in American history. The upcoming parade is scheduled for Sunday March 16 2025 commencing at 11:30 AM. In Boston St. Patrick’s Day is observed annually with a parade that takes place in South Boston the city's Paul Healey, of Holbrook, walks with friends toward the action of the St. Patrick’s Day Parade, in South Boston. – Pat Greenhouse/ The Boston Globe Participants dressed as Minutemen march The South Boston St. Patrick’s Day/Evacuation Day Parade is a cherished tradition that celebrates Irish heritage and American history. Marking its 122nd year in South Boston, the parade honors the deep-rooted Irish-American culture and commemorates the evacuation of British troops from Boston in 1776. Bostonians pioneered St. Patrick's Day celebrations in North America on March 17, 1737, uniting to honor their Irish roots and the patron saint of Ireland. History of the South Boston St. Patrick's Day Parade. Bostonians were the first to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in North America, organizers say. South Boston has been ground zero for Boston's annual celebration of Irish heritage since 1901. Here's a look at some standout moments from the last 123 years. In the photo above, Sen. Edward Kennedy broke away from the snowy 1964 parade to greet children along the route. Green-clad revelers flooded the streets of South Boston for the 2025 St. Patrick’s Day/Evacuation Day Parade The post St. Patrick’s Day parade: See the best photos from the South Boston parade BOSTON — In its 122nd year, the South Boston St. Patrick’s Day/Evacuation Day parade took off from Broadway Station on Sunday morning. An earlier start time was agreed upon by city leaders to help curb public drinking and rowdiness that occurred during 2024′s event. “Today, everybody is [email protected] [email protected]. South Boston Allied War Veteran Council P.O. Box 270798, South Boston, MA 02127 South Boston began hosting the Saint Patrick's Day parade in 1901, moving from downtown where earlier festivities took place. The parade also celebrates Evacuation Day, commemorating the day The parade, which dates to the turn of the 20th century, marks both St. Patrick’s Day and Evacuation Day, which commemorates the day in 1776 when British troops left Boston after a protracted
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