Your Family's Guide to St. Patrick's Day in and around Peoria

St. Patrick's Day commemorates Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, who is credited with bringing Christianity to the country. Born in Roman Britain in the late 4th century, he was kidnapped by Irish raiders at the age of 16 and taken to Ireland as a slave. After escaping and returning to his family, he became a priest and later returned to Ireland as a missionary. It is said that he used the three-leafed shamrock to explain the Holy Trinity to the Irish pagans. Over time, March 17, believed to be the date of his death, became a day of religious feast and celebration. Eventually, St. Paddy’s has also morphed into into a secular holiday known for parades, wearing green, and celebrating Irish culture around the world.  

Keep reading to see how you can celebrate St. Patrick's Day with your family in Peoria this year! 

Mark your calendars! The 43rd Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade kicks off at 11 a.m. on Monday, March 17, at the corner of Monroe Street and Hancock Street in downtown Peoria. The parade will travel down Monroe Street to Main Street, then from Main Street to Adams. The parade will culminate near Adams Street and Hamilton Boulevard. Join us for a day filled with Irish spirit and community celebration! Get ready to join the revelry at this lively celebration of Irish culture!

🍀St. Patrick's Day Bash at The Fox Pub
Monday, March 17, 2025 | Doors open at 7 am

🍀Crusen's on War Memorial St. Patrick’s Day Party
Monday, March 17, 2025 | Doors open at 8 am

🍀Biggest St. Patrick's Day Party in the Midwest - Kelleher's Irish Pub & Eatery
Monday, March 17, 2025 | Doors open at 8 am

🍀Kenny’s Westside Presents: St. Patrick’s Day 2025
Monday, March 17, 2025 | Doors open at 9 am

🍀St. Patrick’s Day Party at Brienzo’s Pizza + Bar
Monday, March 17, 2025 | 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

🍀St. Patrick's Day Putting at Pizza Party
Monday, March 17, 2025 | 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm

🍀St. Patrick's Day at Oliver's in the Heights
Monday, March 17, 2025 | 9:00 am - 11:00 pm

🍀Leprechaun Story Time - Fondulac District Library
Monday, March 17, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

🍀Leprechaun Gold Hunt 
Friday, March 21, 2025 - Sunday, March 23, 2025 

🍀Free Personalized St. Patrick’s Day Leprechaun Letter for Kids!

🍀17 Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day With Kids

🍀Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a Rainbow of Smoothies

🍀Slime, Modeling Dough and a Trap: Kid-Approved St. Patrick's Day Fun

🍀Easy DIY Shamrock Chain: A Fun St. Patrick's Day Craft for Families

🍀Get a Free Personalized Letter From a Leprechaun

🍀St. Patrick's Day Triple-Decker Corned Beef Special

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