Is there a more Irish city in the United States than South Boston?
St. Patrick's Day week is a fine time to take in the festivities and tour a bit of the city. I searched online for some events taking place in the Boston area to celebrate.
Colorful floats, music and Irish good cheer await you at the City's annual St. Patrick's Day parade. Celebrate Irish heritage in Boston's most Irish neighborhood.
Where to watch the parade begins at the Broadway 'T' Station and ends at Andrew Square, South Boston. Your best bet for viewing the parade is to stake out a spot anywhere along Broadway. St. Patrick's Day Parade Parade starts at 1:00 pm. and will feature marching bands and pipe bands from throughout North America. The parade travels through South Boston - Boston's most Irish neighborhood. Since 1901 this parade has become a prominent part of South Boston's history.
Southie's annual wearin' of the green steps off from the Broadway T Stop proceeding down West Broadway to East Broadway to East 4th, to 5th Street, and around Thomas Park. Marchers continue to Telegraph Street to Dorchester Street ending at Andrew Square.
Additional St. Patrick's Day Parades - 2009
Abington: March 15, 1:00 p.m.
Boston: March 15, 1:00 pm
Cape Cod Parade: March 7, 11:00 am
Holyoke: March 22, 11:50 am
Holyoke: March 22, 11:50 am
Lawrence: March 8, 1:00 pm
Manchester, NH: March 22, Noon
Scituate: March 15, 1:00 p.m.
Worcester: March 8, Noon
Dublin, Ireland: March 17, Noon
Places to visit after the Parade Stroll Boston's Irish Heritage Trail: South Boston is often called the capital of Irish America because of its thriving Irish community, which dates back to colonial times and continues to the present day. The Irish Heritage Trail is a self-guided, three mile walking tour that takes you through Boston's downtown, North End, Beacon Hill and Back Bay.
You'll learn about famous politicians, artists, matriarchs and war heroes, part of a rich tradition of rebellion, leadership and triumph that personifies the Boston Irish. (617) 696-9880.
Have fun, and remember to please drink responsibly.....there are too many amateur drunks out there!
Happy St. Pat's. Does anyone else remember us Italians wearing oraange on St. Pat's day?
ReplyDeleteI remember Italians wearing orange
ReplyDeletebut I definitely didn't wear it when I partied at the Black Rose in Boston on St. Paddy's Day. It was right near my office I just couldn't resist. LOL
Hey Dora,
ReplyDeleteYou brought back some memories...yes I do remember we, The Italians wearing orange on St.Paddy's Day! LOL
Hugs, Rose