Philadelphia Celebrates 256th Annual Saint Patrick’s Day Parade

Taoiseach of Ireland Micheál Martin joins the march as guest of honor.

Taoiseach of Ireland Micheál Martin (C) joins Philadelphia’s Saint Patrick’s Day Parade as guest of honor alongside Rep. Brendan Boyle (4th R) and Irish Ambassador to the U.S. Geraldine Byrne Nason (3rd R), on March 15, 2026. William Huang/The Epoch Times

PHILADELPHIA—A sea of green filled the streets of Center City as thousands gathered on Sunday for Philadelphia’s 256th annual Saint Patrick’s Day Parade.

Locals and tourists alike turned out to celebrate Irish pride and heritage at the second-oldest Saint Patrick’s Day parade in the United States. The holiday commemorating Ireland’s patron saint has become a celebration of Irish culture worldwide.