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Celebrate the Emerald Isle with the 16th St. Patrick's Day Parade & Festival on Hollywood Boulevard & Harrison Street in Downtown Hollywood, Florida!

In preparation for the 16th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival in downtown Hollywood on Sunday, March 9th, the Boulevard is going green!

The “Greening of the Boulevard” in which shamrocks will be painted along Hollywood Boulevard in Downtown Hollywood will take place on Friday, March 7 from 7:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. The Department of Public Works will paint shamrocks every 20-25 feet on the South Side of Hollywood Boulevard starting at 21st Avenue and heading east.

Join us at 1:00 p.m. in front of Mickey Byrne’s Irish Pub and Grill, 1921 Hollywood Boulevard as the “Greening of the Boulevard” culminates with traditional Irish bagpipe music and the painting of the ceremonial final four shamrocks. The Parade’s Grand Marshal and Junior Grand Marshal, along with City officials and the Parade Committee will all be on hand for the festivities and available for photo opportunities.

Each year the City of Hollywood and Hibernians of Hollywood team up to host this annual, free celebration of “all things Irish.” This year’s parade and festival will run from noon to 7 p.m.

Traditional Float Parade
The parade begins at 1 p.m. and will take place on Hollywood Boulevard and Harrison Street between 19th and 21st Avenues. Radio personality Footy will emcee the parade featuring dozens of floats, local marching bands and spectacular bagpipe and drum corps including the famous New York Emerald Society Pipe and Drum Corps.

Parade Grand Marshal
Patrick Utter, owner of Shenanigans Sports Pub
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Parade Junior Grand Marshal
Lauren Bendesky, St. Baldrick’s Foundation 2014 Ambassador
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Live Music
An exciting line-up of traditional Irish entertainment and award-winning Irish bands will be featured throughout the afternoon on an outdoor stage at 19th Avenue and Hollywood Boulevard. The year’s line-up includes UV the U2 Tribute Band and Gaelic Storm, the world music Billboard chart topping group known for their indie folk and world grooves with a Celtic tradition. Gaelic Storm has toured the country performing with acts ranging from the Zac Brown Band to the Goo Goo Dolls.

12:00 pm	Breffni Academy of Irish Dance Joe Dougherty Roving performances by the NYPD Emerald Society Pipe & Drum Corps
2:00 pm - 4:30 pm	UV - U2 Tribute Show
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm	Gaelic Storm

Magic of the Emerald Isle
Downtown's Anniversary Park becomes a fantasy land with games & crafts for the little leprechauns!

Irish Food & Drink
Downtown restaurants will be offering festival specials including Irish favorites like Corned Beef & Cabbage, Shepherd's Pie and green-colored drinks!

Parking
$10 event parking in convenient, marked lots & public garages in Downtown Hollywood.

Learn about the history of St. Patrick's Day and how it's celebrated worldwide at www.st-patricks-day.com