2026 Boston St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Celebrate the South Boston St. Patrick’s Day Parade with C&J

St. Patrick’s Day is almost here, and there’s no better place to celebrate than Boston! The beloved South Boston St. Patrick’s Day Parade returns on Sunday, March 15, 2026, and C&J Bus Lines makes getting there easy, safe, and stress-free.

We’ve put together everything you need to know for this year’s parade.

Boston’s St. Patrick’s Parade

Boston’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade is a long-standing tradition, celebrating Irish heritage and Boston history. This year’s parade kicks off at 11:30 AM, with spectators lining the streets of South Boston to enjoy:

• Bagpipers and marching bands

• Irish dancers and colorful floats

• Military units and veteran groups

• Historic Minutemen companies and community organizations

The 2026 parade route begins at Broadway Station and winds through South Boston streets, including West Broadway, East Broadway, P Street, E. 4th Street, K Street, E. 5th Street, G Street, Thomas Park, Telegraph Street, Dorchester Street, and ends at Andrew Square. This year also marks the 250th anniversary of Evacuation Day, commemorating the British retreat from Boston during the Revolutionary War.

Getting to the Parade from South Station

If you arrive in Boston via C&J Bus Lines, you’ll arrive at South Station, which is about 1.5 miles from Broadway Station, a major stop in the parade. Your two best options to reach the parade:

1. Take the MBTA Red Line toward Ashmont/Braintree and get off at Broadway Station

2. Walk— it’s roughly a 20-minute stroll from South Station to Broadway Station.

Pro Tip: Catch the 8:30 AM bus from Dover to Boston South Station and arrive by 10:15 AM, perfect timing to start your day in Boston!

Ride with C&J Direct to Boston

C&J makes traveling to the parade easy, comfortable, and affordable:

• Depart from Dover, Portsmouth, or Seabrook, New Hampshire

• Spacious buses with Wi-Fi and power outlets

• Flexible, refundable tickets starting at $19 one way

• Skip the stress of traffic, parking, and street closures

It’s the fastest, safest, and most convenient way to get into Boston for a day of Irish celebrations.

Streets along the parade route will be closed for hours, making driving and parking near Broadway or Andrew Square extremely difficult. Riding with C&J is the easiest, most stress-free way to enjoy the parade.

Tips for Parade Day

• Dress in green to show your Irish pride

• Arrive early for the best viewing spots

• Use C&J and/or public transit—streets will be closed, and parking is extremely limited

• Bring friends and family for a fun, festive experience

So what are you waiting for? Grab your favorite green gear, hop on a C&J bus, and head to South Boston for music, floats, history, and a day full of Irish cheer at the 2026 St. Patrick’s Day Parade!