SAINT LOUIS, MO (KMOX) - Dollies of beer and painted shamrocks on the streets of Dogtown in preparation for St. Patrick's Day celebrations.
200,000 thousand people are expected to crowd the streets as the Ancient Order of Hibernians revives it's annual tradition. The order has sponsored the parade since 1984. It is always held on St Patrick's Day. But the parade was paused for two years due to COVID.
This year's parade will contain over 90 units featuring floats highlighting Irish dancing, music and salutes to Irish history and culture. St. Louis Irish American families will be marching as clans under their family crests and banners.
Dan, Jacob and Jim McDermott paint shamrocks on the sidewalk ahead of Wednesday's parade in DogtownKevin Killeen/KMOX
Like traditional parades held in the Emerald Isle on Saint Patrick's feast day, a good portion of St. Louis' Irish American community will be marching as clans under their family crests and banners.
No coolers or backpacks will be allowed at the parade or festival.
Parade Time: 11:00
Parade Route: Starts at Tamm & Oakland - ends at Tamm & Manchester
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