Get your Irish on!
Thousands come out to celebrate the City of Albany's St. Patrick's Day Parade every year, 2026 will be a milestone for the event as it officially marks 75 years for the annual march. Albany Mayor Dorcey Applyrs made the announcement on Wednesday.
The parade is part of the fabric of the fabric and DNA of our city. It brings together neighbors, it supports local businesses, it reminds us that Albany knows how to celebrate.
Mayor Applyrs said the parade will step off at 2pm on Saturday, March 14th at Lexington Avenue.
Other events will coincide with parade day, including a morning mass at Blessed Sacrament Church, a family and kids zone, live music at local venues and bar crawls. More activities are expected to be announced within the next week as part of the celebration.
For more info and official swag, visit albanystpatricksdayparade.com.

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