Dates, times, and locations to celebrate Irish heritage — plus great opportunities to support local businesses
St. Patrick’s Day season on Long Island is a beloved annual tradition filled with festive parades, Irish pride, community spirit, and plenty of celebration. Throughout March 2026, communities across Nassau and Suffolk counties will host St. Patrick’s Day Parades featuring marching bands, local organizations, first responders, and cultural groups.
These events also offer the perfect chance to support local businesses by dining at neighborhood restaurants, enjoying drinks at local pubs, and shopping in the towns hosting the festivities.
☘️ Sunday, March 1, 2026 – Kickoff Weekend of St Patrick’s Day Parades
East Islip – 61st Annual Parade, 2 PM. Begins near East Islip Public Library, travels west along Main Street past St. Mary’s Church, ending at Irish Lane.
Mineola – 76th Annual Parade, 1 PM. Mass at 10 AM at the Irish American Society Center (297 Willis Ave); lineup in Garden City before step-off.
Bethpage – 34th Annual Parade, 12 PM. Route travels Central Avenue to Stewart Avenue, Burkhardt Avenue, Broadway, ending in the town center.
☘️ Saturday, March 7, 2026
Kings Park – 16th Annual Parade, 12 PM. Starts at Lou Avenue and Pulaski Road, proceeds along Main Street to Old Dock Road near William T. Rogers Middle School.
☘️ Sunday, March 8, 2026
Huntington Village – 92nd Annual Parade, 2 PM. Begins north of the Huntington train station along New York Avenue onto Main Street; known as Long Island’s oldest and largest parade.
☘️ Saturday, March 14, 2026 – A Busy Parade Day
Bay Shore & Brightwaters – Joint Parade,2 PM from Saxon Avenue along Main Street/Montauk Highway.
St. James – 41st Annual Parade, 1 PM. From Woodlawn Avenue to Lake Avenue and the train station.
Massapequa – 2nd Annual Parade, 11 AM along Broadway (between North Elm Street and Veterans Boulevard).
New Hyde Park – 4th Annual Parade, 10 AM eastbound on Jericho Turnpike ending at Fire Headquarters.
Westhampton Beach – 58th Annual Parade, 12 PM along Montauk Highway near Oneck Lane.
Cutchogue – 20th Annual Parade, 2 PM, from Cox Lane down Route 25 into the village.
☘️ Sunday, March 15, 2026
Rocky Point & Miller Place – 74th Annual Parade, 1 PM. Begins at Route 25A & Harrison Avenue, ending at Broadway & North Country Road.
Bayport & Blue Point – 36th Annual Parade, 11 AM along Montauk Highway.
Center Moriches – 22nd Annual Parade, 2 PM, centered near Our Lady Queen of Apostles School.
Farmingdale – Annual Parade, 2 PM down Main Street to Northside Elementary School.
Wantagh – 6th Annual Parade, 2 PM, led by the Wantagh Fire Department.
☘️ Saturday, March 21, 2026
Brentwood – Annual Parade, 1 PM starting at Washington Avenue & Clark Street, ending at Ross Park.
Rockville Centre – 30th Annual Parade, 12 PM, beginning near North Sunrise Highway municipal parking area.
Lindenhurst – 5th Annual Parade, 12 PM.
Hampton Bays – Annual Parade, 11 AM, starting at the American Legion on Ponquogue Avenue.
☘️ Sunday, March 22, 2026
Ronkonkoma – 36th Annual Parade, 2 PM, beginning at AMVETS Post 48 on Hawkins Avenue.
Patchogue Village – Annual Parade, 12 PM, through downtown along Main Street.
Glen Cove – 38th Annual Parade, 1 PM, through downtown streets and Village Square.
Babylon Village – 4th Annual Parade, 2 PM, from Deer Park Avenue south toward Main Street.
☘️Saturday, March 28, 2026
Jamesport – 12th Annual Parade,1 PM, from North Railroad & Washington Avenues to the firehouse.
☘️Sunday, March 29, 2026
Montauk – 64th Annual Parade, 12 PM, along Edgemere Street and Main Street.
Celebrate the Season at These St. Patrick’s Day Parades on Long Island
St. Patrick’s Day Parades across Nassau and Suffolk counties highlight more than Irish heritage – they showcase the heart of Long Island’s communities. Whether grabbing a meal before the parade, stopping for a celebratory drink afterward, or browsing local shops, supporting neighborhood businesses helps keep these towns vibrant year-round.
With parades happening nearly every weekend in March, there are plenty of opportunities to celebrate, connect with community, and enjoy all the festive spirit Long Island has to offer while keeping it local.
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