St. Patrick’s Day in Savannah is one of the largest celebrations in the USA, catching up with New York and Chicago. The reason is that Irish roots run deep in Savanna and in the rest of the state of Georgia. So, if you are looking for a place to celebrate this day with a blast, keep in mind that Savannah’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade is a "WOW" that people all over the Southeast look forward to. This year celebrates the parade's 200th anniversary!
The festival begins with the Greening of the Fountain at Forsyth Park in the Historic District. The parade itself starts at 10:15 am from the Gwinnett and Abercorn intersection and comes to an end at noon at Madison Square. Since the parade lasts for 2 hours, you may want to grab some snacks and water to stay energized and don't miss each of those magical moments. The best spots to see the parade are along Bay Street, Colonial Cemetery, and the Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist. Depending on the location, the 5-hour bleacher seats start from $35 (by Colonial Cemetery and on Bay Street) or $50 (premium by St. John's Cathedral) per person. Additionally, you can buy a St. Patrick's Party VIP Party ticket, starting from $199.
The road closures begin at 6:30 am, so you should be careful when planning your road trip and make sure you come to the parade on time. If you want to park a car, City Parking Garage rates are $25. One of the popular places is next to the Savannah Convention Center. We recommend that you head to the Visitor's Information Center to take a map and navigate Historic District effortlessly. If you have any questions regarding the parade's route or security issues, you can also follow the City of Savannah on Facebook.
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