Ancient Order of Hibernians
St. Joseph, MO
Presents the 40th Annual
St. Patrick's Day Parade
MARCH 14th, 2026
Beginning at noon the Parade will start at Frederick and Noyes and finish at 8th and Felix. As it has the in the past, the Parade will include floats, Irish music and other entries celebrating their Irish heritage.
The St. Joseph Saint Patrick’s Day Parade born in 1867 and later reborn in 1986 to provide the people of Saint Joseph and the surrounding area an opportunity to celebrate their Irish heritage. In 1997, to keep the original idea of the Parade alive, the Ancient Order of Hibernians began their organization of the Parade and with the help of the people of the area have made it a growing success.
Join Grand Marshals, The Dolan Clan, as we march in celebration of our Irish heritage!
The Hibernians are proud to partner again with Second Harvest Food Bank and their efforts to fight hunger. Look for donation buckets located at participating establishments along the parade route.
If you’re an interested family, business, or political candidate you’re welcomed to enter a float and participate in the Parade. The cost is $100 for entry, this includes a vehicle and trailer, any additional vehicles (cars or trucks) joining your group is an additional $10 per vehicle. The deadline to enter is March 7, 2026.
Register now for the 2026 Parade
A Few Simple Rules for A Fun Day!
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$100 Entry fee, includes vehicle and trailer, any additional vehicles (car or truck) are $10 per.
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All driver/operators of any motorized vehicles must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age and provide proof of a valid state-issued driver's license and proof of insurance.
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Route this year will be taking a left on 7th St. and then left on Felix. Height restriction of 16 feet because of the Arch on Felix Street.
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Entries must have an Irish theme! Music Must be of an IRISH NATURE, please!!!
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Objects, i.e. candy, beads, etc., MAY NOT BE THROWN from any entry. Distributing while walking is acceptable.
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Alcohol is not permitted on or with any entry. Rules are rules.
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For the safety of the parade any unit that is determined to be not following any of the stated rules or deemed unsafe by any Parade Official will not be allowed to participate.
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The parade committee will assign each entry a spot the day of the parade and we reserve the right to refuse any entry. Irish families will line up in the front followed by the rest of the entries. Horses to the back, please!
For any questions or issues please contact us.
If paying by check please click the 2024 Parade Entry form to download.
Please mail form and check by no later than March 8th, 2024 to reserve your spot.
To pay with credit card please use the PayPal entry form below.
Please use the same Contact Person when submitting credit card information
through PayPal this will ensure payment is going to the correct entry.
