For two days, Downtown Milwaukee becomes a hub of Irish culture. Here is the schedule for the parade, performances and parties. Enjoy the craic, Milwaukee!
Friday, March 14
Parade Press Conference & Entertainment
3rd St. Market Hall, 275 W. Wisconsin Ave.
- Noon – Performance by McNamara McCarthy School of Irish Dance.
- 12:15 p.m. – Press conference with Mayor Cavalier Johnson, County Executive David Crowley and parade organizers. Recognition of 2025 Shamrock Club of Wisconsin Honorees.
ShamROCK Kick-off Party
Lucky Clover Irish Pub, 1048 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr.
Featuring live music, raffle, food and drink.
- 5:30 p.m. – Performance by Frogwater.
- 7:15 p.m. – Announcement of raffle winners.
- 7:30 p.m. – Performance by Frogwater.
- 8:30 p.m. – Announcement of Brewers Opening Day ticket raffle winner (must be present to win).
Saturday, March 15
37th Annual Mass
St. Patrick’s Church, 723 W. Washington St.
8:30 a.m.
St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Noon.
The 57th Shamrock Club of Wisconsin Parade, presented by Miller Lite, steps off on West Wisconsin Avenue at North Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive and ends on Water Street at Highland Avenue. Get the full schedule here. (Note: Thanks to Interstate Parking, $3 is available at The Avenue parking structure with entrances at 615 N. Plankinton Ave. and 258 W. Michigan St. Ride share services, The Hop and MCTS are encouraged for safe and responsible travel.)
Shamrock Club Post-Parade Party
Irish Cultural & Heritage Center, 2133 W Wisconsin Ave.
2 to 6 p.m.
- 1:30 p.m. – Doors open for this family-friendly event.
- Until 6 p.m. – Five dance schools, four bands, food and a raffle.
- The cost is $10 per person; $25 per family (children under 12 are free).
Visit saintpatricksparade.org for more details on all of the festivities.
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