South Boston St. Patrick’s Day / Evacuation Day Parade website

Parade Route Map (includes public restroom locations)

Date: Sunday, March 16th

Start Time: 11:30am – Towing will begin at 3:30am – watch for parking restrictions signs – here’s list of no parking zones.

Start Location: W Broadway x Dorchester Ave (Broadway T)

End Location: Andrew Square (Andrew T)

PUBLIC RESTROOMS 

The following restroom locations are open to the public along the route (ADA accessible noted):

  • Greenbaum Street (20 Greenbaum St)
  • A Street Park (141 A St)
  • Channelside Lot (230 A St)
  • BPD C-6 Station (101 W Broadway) ADA
  • D Street Fire House (272 D St) ADA 
  • Dorchester Street & Athens Street Parking Lot (372 Athens St) ADA
  • Dorchester Street Parking Lot (115 Dorchester St) ADA
  • South Boston Public Library (646 E Broadway)
  • Stop & Shop (713 E Broadway) ADA
  • K Street Fire House (700 E Fourth St)
  • Medal of Honor Park (E Broadway x N St) ADA
  • Excel High School (95 G St) ADA
  • South Standard Lot (240 Old Colony Ave) ADA

PARKING

The 2025 St. Patrick’s Day/Evacuation Day Parade is scheduled for Sunday, March 16, 2025, at 11:30am. The Edgerley Family South Boston Club’s Annual St. Patrick’s Day 5K Road Race will begin on Sunday, March 16 at 9:30 AM. The 2025 Parade Route starts at Broadway Station and proceeds up West Broadway and continues onto East Broadway, turns right onto P Street, then right onto East 4th Street, left onto K Street, right onto East 5th Street, left onto G Street, stays to the left of South Boston High School onto Thomas Park, left onto Telegraph Street, left onto Dorchester Street and concludes at Andrew Square. Parking is restricted and posted No Stopping on the entire parade on Sunday. BTD will commence towing operations at 3:00am on Sunday.

BTD will be responsible for the section of the parade route from West Broadway Station to the end of East Fifth Street.

BTD’s Tow Lot: 200 Frontage Road, Boston MA, 617-635-3900

D&D Towing will be responsible for the rest of the route: G Street, Thomas Park, Telegraph Street, and Dorchester Street.

D&D will also start towing at 3:00am | D&D Towing: 617-464-8697

If you think your vehicle was towed, please visit www.cityofboston.gov/towing/search

The Marine Park Garage at 12 Drydock Ave will offer reduced price parking for vehicles with a South Boston resident sticker for those who need to park away from the parade route. This will be offered from Saturday, March 15th at 6 p.m. to Sunday, March 16th at 8 p.m.

PARADE-GOERS + LOCAL BUSINESS OWNERS  

  • The parade will begin at 11:30 AM; streets will be cleared and reopened immediately after the event concludes.

  • The Boston Police Department will enforce alcohol laws strictly, including prohibiting public drinking, underage drinking, and open containers of alcohol in public spaces. Offenders may face arrest and alcohol seizure.

  • Any form of violence or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated.

  • Parents or guardians are encouraged to accompany young people attending the event.

  • All package stores in South Boston will close at 4:00 PM on parade day.

  • Pouring establishments (Sec. 12 licenses) will stop admitting patrons after 6:30 PM, cease alcohol service at 7:00 PM, and all guests must leave by 7:30 PM.

  • Hosts of private parties along the parade route are responsible for their guests’ behavior.

  • Roof decks, balconies, and porches must adhere to occupancy limits, and access to non-designated roofs is prohibited.

  • Ensure restaurants and gathering spots do not become overcrowded and that exits remain clear for safety.

  • Public urination is illegal; the number of public restrooms has been significantly increased for the event.

  • In case of medical emergencies, or if someone requires assistance, call 9-1-1 immediately.

2025 St Pats Parade+Route+Restrooms