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. Paddyโs 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!
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ST. PATRICK'S DAY EATS & SHENNANIGANS |
๐St. Patrick's Day Bash at The Fox Pub
Monday, March 17, 2025 | Doors open at 7 am
๐Crusen's on War Memorial St. Patrickโs Day Party
Monday, March 17, 2025 | Doors open at 8 am
๐Biggest St. Patrick's Day Party in the Midwest - Kelleher's Irish Pub & Eatery
Monday, March 17, 2025 | Doors open at 8 am
๐Kennyโs Westside Presents: St. Patrickโs Day 2025
Monday, March 17, 2025 | Doors open at 9 am
๐St. Patrickโs Day Party at Brienzoโs Pizza + Bar
Monday, March 17, 2025 | 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
๐St. Patrick's Day Putting at Pizza Party
Monday, March 17, 2025 | 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
๐St. Patrick's Day at Oliver's in the Heights
Monday, March 17, 2025 | 9:00 am - 11:00 pm
๐Leprechaun Story Time - Fondulac District Library
Monday, March 17, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
๐Leprechaun Gold Hunt
Friday, March 21, 2025 - Sunday, March 23, 2025
ST. PATRICK'S DAY FUN AT HOME |
๐Free Personalized St. Patrickโs Day Leprechaun Letter for Kids!
๐17 Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day With Kids
๐Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a Rainbow of Smoothies
๐Slime, Modeling Dough and a Trap: Kid-Approved St. Patrick's Day Fun
๐Easy DIY Shamrock Chain: A Fun St. Patrick's Day Craft for Families
๐Get a Free Personalized Letter From a Leprechaun
๐St. Patrick's Day Triple-Decker Corned Beef Special
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