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What to Do in March in Dallas
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day Parade and Festival with lively festivities and vibrant entertainment.
Thousands of people flood the streets along Greenville Avenue annually for this Dallas favorite St. Patrick’s Day event, which has been a beloved celebration for more than 40 years. Whether you're looking for family-friendly activities for this Irish tradition or planning a brewery crawl with friends, Dallas offers an array of vibrant festivities for this lucky holiday.
Date: March 16, 2024
Parade Hours: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Festival Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Cost: The parade is free to attend.
Getting there: The parade route starts on Greenville Avenue at Blackwell Street and ends at SMU Boulevard at Central Expressway. Parade-goers are encouraged to ride share or ride the DART Rail, as parking is extremely limited. Recommended DART Rail stations include Mockingbird Station, Lovers Lane Station, and Park Lane Station.
The parade features more than 90 colorful floats, food trucks, local vendors, family-friendly activities and more. Don’t miss the Dallas St. Patrick’s Parade Official Concert after the parade, located at Energy Square! Previous headliners have included major acts like Jimmy Eat World, Third Eye Blind and Toadies. For more information, visit the official website of St. Patrick's Day Parade and Festival.
Start the day with the St. Paddy's Day Dash 5K at Energy Square! Held on March 16 and running from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., don your shamrock-themed gear and run through an upbeat atmosphere. Bask in St. Patrick's Day excitement with mouthwatering eats, refreshing beer, and exciting prizes during this 5K run. Expand your itinerary for this spring holiday with a visit to a variety of popular breweries, enjoying craft brews and local flavors.