A PARTY WITH A PURPOSE

Knox St. Patrick’s Parade steps off for its 10th anniversary through the heart of downtown Knoxville.

📅 SATURDAY, MARCH 13, 2027 | 12:55PM

📍Gay Street, Downtown Knoxville

Parade Participants

Every year our participation grows. Businesses, bands, dancers and dogs… you name, we’ve got it! Is your group interested? Apply to participate.

BANDS

CLUBS

DANCERS

BUSINESSES

LEPRECHAUNS

ORGANIZATIONS

Parade Fast Facts

BY THE NUMBERS …

Over 80 parade units with 1,000 + participants walk, stroll or float in the parade

5,000 + visitors come to downtown Knoxville to watch the parade

100% All-volunteer run 501(c)(3) organization

Over $140k raised for charity since 2017

Latest News

Registration is OPEN!

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