Insider’s Guide to St Patrick’s Day in Savannah
St. Patrick’s Day 2025!
Every year, people from around the world travel to Savannah for one of the most celebrated events of the year: Savannah St. Patrick’s Day! With so many exciting celebrations surrounding St. Patrick’s Day, we’re here to help provide you with everything you need to navigate through St. Patrick’s Day in Savannah.
The official Savannah St. Patrick’s Day festivities will kick off Friday, March 14 and continue throughout the weekend. The 201st Savannah St. Patrick’s Day Parade will take place Monday, March 17. We will continue to keep you updated on the latest St. Patrick’s Day announcements, so check back here often for the latest. We hope you’ll join us for one of the most anticipated Savannah events of the year. Erin Go Bragh!
St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 17, 2025| Free
The St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee invites everyone to join in the celebration of the 201st anniversary of the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Savannah, Georgia. Since 1824, the community in Savannah has come together to celebrate this iconic event. On March 17th, the festivities will begin at 8:00am with a special service at the Basilica Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, open to all. The parade, the third largest in the United States, will take place on Monday, March 17, 2025, and offers a fun, vibrant experience for the entire community. Savannah’s waterfront will host some of the best entertainment and hospitality, making it the perfect place to celebrate this special day where everyone is Irish!
Parade Bleachers
The City of Savannah will offer bleacher seating again this year for the St. Patrick’s Day Parade, with prices ranging from $40 to $55 per person, depending on your preferred viewing location and the date of purchase. A variety of seating options will be available along key locations of the parade route, including Bay Street, Colonial Park Cemetery, and near the Cathedral Basilica of St. John. For those interested in corporate seating, arrangements for groups of up to 50 people can also be made. To reserve your bleacher seats, please visit the Parade Committee website.
Savannah St. Patrick’s Day Rules
We want everyone to have a memorable and fun St. Patrick’s Day in Savannah, but there are a few rules to keep in mind during your stay:
- Keep alcohol in paper, plastic, or styrofoam cups. Glass bottles are prohibited on the street.
- Do not carry a drink over 16 ounces outside, and please only carry one drink at a time.
- Do not drink on the street inside of the festival area without a wristband (if applicable).
- Do not camp out in the Savannah squares overnight. Squares will be off limits to everyone until 6am on the morning of the parade.
- Do not bring animals inside the festival area.
Where to Stay
Hotel rooms book up quickly during Savannah St. Patrick’s Day weekend, so be sure to book your stay well in advance! Please choose from any of our five preferred Savannah hotel partners below to see rates and availability for the festivities, or call (912) 721.2305.
Where to Eat & Drink
There are endless choices for places to eat and drink during your stay in Savannah, including great Savannah pubs and bars where you’re sure to feel the luck o’ the Irish. Check out our full list of local restaurants and nightlife to enjoy during St. Patrick’s Day. Many of these locations are in downtown Savannah and within walking distance of the festival area.
Parking, Shuttles & Ferries
Parking in Savannah during the St. Patrick’s Day celebration is extremely difficult. In addition to the numerous parking lots and garages available for this event, the City of Savannah will also provide a number of alternatives to parking downtown. Specific route schedules will be posted as information becomes available. For information on parking, shuttles, and ferries, please visit the following websites:
Live Music
The 2023 Savannah St. Patrick’s Day festival will be packed with live music and performances the entire weekend. In years past, River Street, City Market, and Ellis Square have all had live music stages.
