
All three Chicago St. Patrick’s Day parades are returning
The Chicago River dyeing is scheduled for March, too!
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Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Chicago with the annual dyeing of the river, parades, events and trips to the pub
Get ready to break out any green costumes that have been gathering dust in your closet: After two years off, some of the biggest St. Patrick's Day parades and events are set to return to Chicago in 2022. The Irish holiday brings multiple weekends of revelry to Chicago, from shamrock-covered pop-up bars and classic fish fries to all the local breweries that offer beer specials fit for the Emerald Isle. This year we're especially excited to welcome back traditions like Chicago St. Patrick's Day Parade downtown and South Side Irish Parade in Beverly, as well as the iconic river dyeing ceremony (which you'll actually get to watch this year, unlike the surprise dyeing of 2021). Embrace the luck of the Irish and prepare for a party with our guide to celebrating St. Patrick's Day in Chicago.
St. Patrick's Day is always on March 17, which falls on a Thursday this year.
St. Patrick's Day occurs annually on March 17, the date marked by the death of Saint Patrick, Ireland's most celebrated patron saint. The festivities surrounding this date specifically commemorate Saint Patrick and the subsequent arrival of Christianity in Ireland.
Yes! Following last year's surprise dyeing of the Chicago River, the Chicago St. Patrick's Day Parade and river dyeing as well as the South Side Irish Parade will return on March 12 and 13, respectively.
The Chicago River dyeing is scheduled for March, too!
Find something to do the weekend before St. Pat's Day.
We've found the best spots to watch the river turn green.
We talked to one of the plumbers responsible for the emerald miracle.
Where to watch and what to do once it's over.
You're never far from a nip of whiskey or a pint of beer.
'Tis is the season for fish and chips.
Sip variations on the classic combo of whiskey and coffee.
Looking for sausages, cheese and crisps?
You'll find more than Irish beer at these excellent bars.
AKA some of the best places to get in the St. Pat’s spirit.
The river dye isn't actually green at all.
Check out the parade from way back when.
Discover Time Out original video