Seasonal & Holidays
Philadelphians Celebrate City's Rich Irish Heritage During Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade
"It's a lot of fun," an Airborne Division member said. "Paratroopers and Irish have a lot in common — it's called liquor."

March 17, 2025
Philadelphians celebrated the city's rich Irish heritage at the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade on Sunday.
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The parade aired on our streaming service and PHILLY57, and Irish culture was on full display.
The parade has been a tradition since 1771 – and this year featured a new route, starting at 16th Street and JFK Boulevard and ending at the Art Museum. The change didn't stop David Siegel from returning.
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