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The 2027 NYC St. Patrick's Day Parade: route and plan
The 266th parade starts on Fifth Avenue at 11 a.m. on March 17, 2027; the committee's standing FAQ gives the route from 44th to 79th Street.
The short answer
The 266th New York City St. Patrick's Day Parade is set for Wednesday, March 17, 2027, starting at 11 a.m. on Fifth Avenue. The committee's FAQ gives the route from East 44th to East 79th Street and advises early arrival for the curb; the 2027 street plan is not posted (checked November 2026).
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- Date Wednesday, March 17, 2027 (checked November 2026)
- Start 11 a.m. (checked November 2026)
- Route Fifth Avenue, East 44th to East 79th Street (checked November 2026)
- Grand Marshal John Samuelsen (checked November 2026)
March 17, on Fifth Avenue
The parade committee has posted the 2027 date: Wednesday, March 17, at 11 a.m. It is the 266th parade, and this year's grand marshal is John Samuelsen, a Brooklyn native and president of the Transport Workers Union of America (checked November 2026).
Where to watch
The committee's standing FAQ says the procession begins on Fifth Avenue at East 44th Street and ends at East 79th Street, passing St. Patrick's Cathedral along the way. It recommends arriving early for a spot near the curb but gives no specific arrival hour. The 2027 lineup and viewing instructions may change, so check the committee's page again before the day (checked November 2026).
There are no portable restrooms on the route, according to the committee. Plan a bathroom stop before you claim a place, and bring what you need for a long stretch outside. Its FAQ says restaurants and occasional pushcart vendors are on Sixth Avenue and nearby side streets; their hours and availability are not guaranteed (checked November 2026).
Getting around Midtown
The committee's FAQ says traffic is diverted from Fifth Avenue between 44th and 79th Streets during the parade and recommends walking over driving in the crowded area. That is its standing guidance, not a 2027 DOT closure map or MTA service notice. Check the city and transit updates closer to March 17 (checked November 2026).
The questions people actually ask
When is the NYC St. Patrick's Day Parade in 2027?
Wednesday, March 17, 2027. The parade committee says it starts at 11 a.m. on Fifth Avenue. Checked November 2026.
Where does the parade start and end?
The committee's standing FAQ says Fifth Avenue at East 44th Street to East 79th Street. Check its 2027 page again before the parade in case details change. Checked November 2026.
What time should I arrive?
The committee advises arriving early for a close curbside view but does not give a specific time. The route begins at 11 a.m. Checked November 2026.
Will Fifth Avenue be open to cars?
The committee's FAQ says traffic is diverted from Fifth Avenue between 44th and 79th Streets during the parade. Check the city for the 2027 street plan. Checked November 2026.
The sources
Where the prices and rules above come from. Check them yourself:
- NYC St. Patrick's Day Parade: 2027 information — 2027 date, start time, edition and grand marshal
- NYC St. Patrick's Day Parade: FAQ — Standing route, viewing, restroom and Midtown traffic guidance
- NYC St. Patrick's Day Parade: About — Fifth Avenue route and annual schedule
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