Sioux Falls St. Patrick’s Day Parade Everything You Need To Know

The 46th Annual Sioux Falls St. Patrick's Day Parade is coming up this weekend, so here is everything you need to know to attend the fun event!

The St. Patrick’s Day Parade in downtown Sioux Falls, founded by Sylvia Henkin, it is often called “the People’s Parade,” meaning it is free and open to the public.

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Date & Time: March 14, 2026, 2:00 PM.

Location: Downtown Sioux Falls, specifically along Phillips Avenue.

Parade Route: Begins at 13th Street and Phillips Avenue, traveling north to 5th Street.

Cost: Free!

Participation: $3 buttons are required for participants, available at The Blarney Stone Pub, 605 Running Company, and The Cookie Jar. Proceeds from button sales go to local charities, including the Special Olympics.

Highlights: The Falls at Falls Park will be lit green from March 13th through the 17th.

Pre-Parade Events: Traditional painting of the shamrock at 11 a.m. on Phillips Avenue (in front of First National Bank).

Grand Marshal: Retired firefighter Kelly Grogan.

Parking & Traffic: Streets adjacent to the route close at 1:30 PM; parking is not allowed on Phillips Ave starting Saturday morning.

Rules: No alcohol allowed in the parade, and no distributing items (candy, flyers, balloons) to the crowd.

Support: Proceeds from button sales go to local charities, including the Special Olympics.