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. Patty’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 Peoria St. Patrick’s Day Parade is scheduled for March 17th at 2 p.m. The procession, organized by the St. Patrick Society of Peoria, will kick off near Fayette and Monroe Streets. From there, it will make its way down Monroe before turning left onto Main Street. Continuing its spirited journey, the parade will then proceed down Main Street, turning left again onto Adams Street. 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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MORE ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADES IN THE AREA |
🍀West Side St. Patrick's Day Parade
🍀Decatur St. Patrick's Day Parade
🍀Sharin’ of the Green St. Patrick's Day Parade - Normal
Click on the links for full details on all the parades taking place across the Peoria Area. Remember to dress in your most festive attire, dress warmly for the weather, arrive promptly to secure a prime viewing spot, and don't forget to bring along a reusable bag for collecting the goodies thrown your way during the festivities.
OTHER ST. PATRICK'S DAY EVENTS IN PEORIA |
🍀Find the Irish Gnome at Forest Park Nature Center - A Scavenger Hunt
Now until the Gnome is gone.
Forest Park Nature Center
🍀Erin in Isle Concert
Saturday, March 9, 2024 7:00 pm
ICC Performing Arts Center - Mainstage, East Peoria
🍀Music in the Mckenzie - The Roundstone Buskers
Sunday, March 10, 2024, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Peoria Public Library North Branch
🍀Mom's Morning Out at Chick-Fil-A - St. Patrick's Day
Tuesday, March 12, 2024, 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Chick-Fil-A, Peoria
🍀Leprechaun Storytime
Tuesday, March 12, 2024, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Fondulac District Library, East Peoria
🍀Maggie Bertram Foundation's Irish Fest and Fish Fry
Friday, March 15, 2024, 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Holy Family Parish School, Peora
🍀Leprechaun Gold Hunt
Friday, March 15, 10 am - Sunday, March 17
Peoria Area Parks
🍀Blarney Blitz
Saturday, March 16, 2024, 8:00 am -
Kelleher's Irish Pub & Eatery, Peoria
🍀St. Patrick's Day Painting for Kids
Saturday, March 16, 2024, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Peoria Art Guild, Peoria
🍀DQ Sandwich Day! - St. Patrick's Day Themed
Saturday, March 16, 2024, 11:00 am - 4:00 am
Grand Prairie Dairy Queen, Peoria
ST. PATRICK'S DAY EATS IN PEORIA |
🍀W.E. Sullivans Irish Pub and Fare
🍀Kelleher's Irish Pub & Eatery
ST. PATRICK'S DAY FUN AT HOME |
🍀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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