New Jersey St. Patrick’s Day parades are vibrant celebrations that honor Irish heritage and culture. These parades, held in cities like Newark, Asbury Park, and Atlantic City, attract thousands of spectators each year. Featuring lively music, colorful floats, and participants dressed in green, these parades showcase the spirit and camaraderie of the Irish-American community in the Garden State. Whether you’re Irish or just Irish-at-heart, attending one of these parades is a fantastic way to join in the festive atmosphere and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in New Jersey.
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NJIB’s Guide to New Jersey St. Patrick’s Day Parades 2026:
Sunday, March 1st:
Belmar Lake Como St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 1, 12:30 pm
The Belmar-Lake Como Saint Patrick’s Day Parade has grown into one of the largest parades in New Jersey. Enjoy bands, bagpipers, floats, and marching bands. This is a fun, family-friendly event, be sure to wear lots of green and shamrocks.
Ocean Ave, Belmar, NJ
Gloucester City St. Patrick’s Parade
March 1, 1 pm
Featuring String Bands, Bagpipes, Irish Dancers, Irish Music, Memorabilia, and Community Organizations Explore and enjoy Gloucester City’s Pubs and Restaurants featuring food and drink specials and entertainment after the parade.
Parade begins at Martin’s Lake (Johnson Blvd. and Francis St.) and continues along Monmouth Street.
Rutherford St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 1, 1 pm
The Rutherford St. Patrick’s Day parade is Sunday, March 1, at 1 pm, organized by the Rutherford Irish American Association. The parade steps off on the corner of Woodland Ave & Park Ave and continues down Park Ave to Ames Avenue where the reviewing stand will be located.
Rutherford, NJ
Saturday, March 7th and Sunday, March 8th:
The ONLY St. Patrick’s Day parade in Sussex County
March 7, 11 am
The ONLY St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Sussex County, this parade is sponsored by the Newton Volunteer Fire Department and assisted by the Greater Newton Chamber of Commerce. Join in the fun and wear YOUR best green
Spring Street Newton, NJ
Ocean County/Seaside Heights, NJ – Parade
March 7, 12 pm
The parade begins at on the Boulevard and goes 1- 1/4 miles long starting at the Seaside Park border and ending at Sampson Avenue. The rain date scheduled for the next day. This is a popular parade, last year over 75,000 people watching. marching bands and floats.
Seaside Heights, NJ
Nutley’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 7, 1 pm
The parade will commence at the intersection of Harrison Avenue and Evergreen Street, proceed north along Franklin Avenue, and conclude on Chestnut Street, with the review stand located in front of John Walker Middle School.
The Atlantic City Saint Patrick’s Day Parade
March 7, 1 pm
The historic Atlantic City Saint Patrick’s Day Parade takes place Saturday, March 8th on the world famous Atlantic City Boardwalk. On this day in Atlantic City everyone is Irish. Break out your green and celebrate on the boardwalk for a fun-filled family day in Atlantic City!
Atlantic City Boardwalk, 2831 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ
Burlington County Saint Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival
March 7, 1 pm
The Parade is a fun-filled day with Pipe Bands, Irish Bands Step Dancers, and many more examples of Irish Traditions. Sip a beer at Village Idiot Brewing Company, grab some local food, and watch the parade! Don’t forget to wear green!
High St, Mount Holly, NJ
Asbury Park St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 8, 1 pm
The Asbury Park St. Patrick’s Day Parade has attracted over 10,000 visitors to Asbury Park. The parade features local participation from honored veterans, local Boy & Girl Scout troops, dance school, high school marching bands, bicyclists, animal rescue groups, classic cars, regional pipe and drum groups and first responders. There will be appearances from award-winning mummers, clowns, roller girls, live bands on floats, Asbury Park’s beloved zombies and so much more.
Asbury Park, NJ
The Rumson St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 8, 1 pm
The parade route starts at 1 pm on Allen Street and River Road and ends at the intersection of Carton Street and Forrest Avenue (approximately one mile long). This event is more than a parade. It features 8 bagpipe bands, floats, marching bands, Irish Step Dancers, traditional Irish food, antique and classic cars, novelty acts, veteran groups, and much more.
Hackettstown’s Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 8, 3:30 pm
This Irish-American tradition attracts more than 14,000 visitors—making this parade one of the biggest events in Hackettstown. Streets fill with enthusiasm as families, residents and visitors line up along the curb, in store windows and porches to celebrate and witness the festive parade. The parade will kick off at 3:30 pm with the Grand Marshal leading numerous participants including Irish dance groups, Irish bands, community groups, bagpipes, drums, Centenary University clubs and groups, animals, Hackettstown and surrounding area fire departments and rescue squads, as well as hometown favorites Junior and Senior Colonial Musketeers and the Hackettstown Community Band. This parade is pet-friendly, with a special pet costume contest sponsored by Doggie Styleashes. Pets will be invited to walk the parade as St. Patrick and Irish Heritage costume contestants after judging.
Main St, Hackettstown, NJ
Friday, March 13th – Sunday, March 15th:
Newark St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 13, 1 pm
The parade will begin promptly at 1:00 pm, proceeding from the Prudential Center to Gateway Center, NJPAC, Military Park, St. Patrick’s Pro-Cathedral, and Washington Park. The parade is part of a larger Irish celebration in Newark that includes an Irish Heritage Week.
Newark, NJ
Downtown Irish Festival
March 14, 12 pm – 6 pm
Enjoy this annual festival in downtown Toms River – good eats, drinks, handcraft vendors, and local businesses and eateries.Live performances by local Irish bands.
Washington Street between Main St & Robbins St, Toms River, NJ
Cost: Free to attend
North Wildwood St. Patrick’s Day Celebration and Parade
March 14, 12 pm
Start the day on March 14, 2026, with a Catholic Mass service at 10:00 a.m. at St. Ann Church of Notre Dame La Mer Parish, followed by a festive ceremony & parade starting at 2nd & Olde NJ Ave and proceeding North on Olde NJ Ave at 12:00 p.m. Hosted by the Anglesea Irish Society, this FREE event is a celebration of tradition, community, and Irish heritage.
North Wildwood City Hall, Wildwood, NJ
Morris County St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 14, 12 pm
The parade route is South Street to Atno Avenue. There will be about 20 bands with about 50,000 in attendance either in the parade or as spectators.
Hamilton St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 14, 1 pm
The annual St Patrick’s Day Parade begins at the Nottingham Fire House located at 200 Mercer Street in Hamilton, NJ with opening ceremonies at 12:30pm. Parade starts at 1pm.
Union County St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 14, 1 pm
The Parade begins in Union with the Marching units gathering at Morris Avenue and along Commerce and Jeanette Avenues, the parade route proceeds east along Morris Avenue to a turn at the Main Reviewing Stand and ends at Roosevelt Avenue. The Midway Reviewing Stand is at Morris and Caldwell Avenues. The event will feature bagpipers, dancers, grand floats and non-stop music. Join us in Union Center on Stuyvesant Ave for delicious festival foods, kids rides, activities and vendors.
Annual Sea Isle City St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 14, 2 – 5 pm
At 2 pm, there will be a best-dressed contest. The parade starts at 3:30pm up at 84th East Landis Ave and ends at Kix-McNutley’s, 63rd St.
West Orange St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 15, 12:15 pm
The parade route begins at 12:15PM at the corners of Main Street & Mt. Pleasant Avenue (WO Town Hall) and runs north along Main Street to Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Eagle Rock Avenue.
Freehold Borough Arts Council’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 15, 12:30 pm
The parade path runs down Main Street and ends at Freehold Elks Lodge 1454 Point. The parade route this year is packed with tons of fun and Irish tradition, as participants will march from McLean Street to the Elk’s Lodge. After party to follow.
Bergen County St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 15, 1 pm
Prior to the start of the parade there will be a flag raising at the Roy W. Brown Middle School in Bergenfield, NJ, at 1:00 PM with the Grand Marshalll followed by the Annual Parade March down Washington Avenue at 2:00 PM.
Cranford St Patrick’s Day
March 15, 1 pm
Local organizations, pipe bands, and dancers will come together to celebrate the first Cranford St. Patrick’s Parade. The event kicks off at 1 PM at the Community Center, proceeding along Walnut through town before continuing on North Union to Springfield, where a ceremony and a performance by the Shea Jennings Irish School of Dance will take place.
The Friendly Sons of St. Patrick of Hunterdon County’s Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 15, 1 pm
The Parade kicks off at 3 pm in beautiful downtown Clinton, NJ home of the historic Red Mill. The Parade has over forty marching units which include five pipe and drum bands featuring the NJ State Police Pipes and Drums of the Blue and Gold. The other marching units include fire engines from the Town of Clinton, Civil War re-enactors, horses, dogs, and local community groups.
Somerville St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 15, 1:30 pm
The parade begins at the corner of Main and Grove Streets in downtown Somerville and will proceed west to West End Avenue near Immaculate Conception Church. A pre-parade show is typically held weather permitting and will feature Irish Dancing exhibitions, and will be located in front of the Review Stand at the corner of Main Street and Doughty Avenue.
South Amboy St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 15, 2 pm
Marchers will line up on South Pine Avenue starting at noon. The parade then takes the following route: Head North on S. Pine St, Turn Right onto Bordentown Avenue, Turn Left onto South Stevens, Turn Right on 2nd Street, Turn Right on Broadway, and ends on Broadway at the reviewing stage.
Saturday, March 21st & Sunday, March 22:
Ringwood St. Patrick’s Parade
March 21, 1 pm
The parade begins at 1 pm at The Ringwood Plaza, goes down Skyline Drive, and then up to 112 Erskine Road.
Annual Highlands St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 21, 2 pm
This FREE event will feature colorful festivities celebrating Irish culture, with nearly 100 marching units including bagpipers, marching bands, Irish dancers, and beautifully decorated floats. In honor of America’s 250th anniversary, this year’s parade will also include a patriotic nod to our nation’s history, inviting participants to creatively blend Irish pride with red, white, and blue. Join in the fun at the annual float competition, with trophies awarded in four categories: Best of Show, Most Original, Prettiest, and Best Apparatus.
Huddy Park step off 329 Bay Ave. Highlands NJ
Cost: Free
Bayonne St Patrick’s Day Parade
March 22, 1 pm
Beginning at 1pm, the parade will begin on Broadway and 5th Street, proceeding north to 39th Street where the parade turn west to Avenue C and end at the entrance of Stephen R. Gregg/Bayonne County Park.
