Be ready for ALL THINGS GREEN as the Hostess City is about to turn into the Emerald Isle!
Savannah’s legendary St. Patrick’s Day Parade is returning on Tuesday, March 17, 2026! Whether you’re a local lad or a visiting lass, this is the day when everyone in Georgia finds a bit of Irish in their blood.
“Irish Season” in Savannah is a marathon, not a sprint. Here is everything you need to know to celebrate like a pro:
PRE-PARADE EVENTS
There is plenty of events and activities across the area to get you into the St. Patrick’s Day spirit! Get ready to have some good ol’ fashioned shenanigans at the following places:
- Friday, March 6th – Greening Of The Fountain – The iconic Forsyth Park fountain will be turned emerald green
- Sunday, March 8th – The Celtic Cross Ceremony – an honor to our Irish ancestors at Emmet Park
- Saturday, March 14th – Tybee Island Heritage Parade – grab a beer and celebrate in true beach fashion with fun floats
- Sunday, March 15th – 40th Annual Hilton Head Island St. Patrick’s Day Parade – get your green on for the oldest St. Patrick’s Day Parade in South Carolina
SAVANNAH PARADE ROUTE
The parade will kick off at exactly 10:15 AM at the intersection of Gwinnett and Abercorn Streets, right after the conclusion of the morning Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist. From there, it winds through the Downtown and Historic Districts. You’ll find viewing locations along Abercorn, Broughton, Broad Bay and Bull Streets.
Viewing from the city square is ideal. If you want a prime spot in the squares, you’ll need to join the “Land Rush.” You can start staking your claim as early as 6:00 AM!
WHERE SHOULD YOU PARK?
Finding parking in Downtown Savannah can be a we bit challenging especially on parade day! The last thing you want to see on your windshield is a parking tickets from the Savannah Traffic Control Department.
** DO NOT PARK ALONG THE PARADE ROUTE – YOU WILL GET TOWED **
Parking Garages will fill up fast! CLICK HERE to locate the city garage nearest your viewing location. Usually the city will offer pre-paid parking to reserve a spot. We highly suggest it!
TAKE A SHUTTLE!
The City of Savannah and local transit authorities have organized several shuttle options to help you avoid driving Downtown. Trust us, it’s a WAY better option than driving!
- Chatham Area Transit (CAT) Shuttles
- Runs hourly from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM
- Pick-Up Locations: Southside: Walmart on Abercorn – Eastside: Walmart on Whitemarsh Island
- Drop-Off Locations: Oglethorpe and East Broad – very close to the parade route
- Cost: $5 per person (in-advance)
- Runs hourly from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM
- Pooler Chamber of Commerce Shuttles
- Runs hourly from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM
- Pick-Up Location: Tanger Outlets in Pooler (by the Lighthouse)
- Drop-Off Location: MLK Boulevard and Turner Boulevard The Pooler Shuttle
- Cost: $25 per person (in-advance)
If you plan to use Rideshare (Uber or Lyft), the City of Savannah usually have a specified pick-up/drop-off location within the app. Restrictions usually go into effect at 10:00 PM the night before the parade and continue until 4:00 AM the day after. You will be directed to a specific zone from the Rideshare provider.
For additional information on the St. Patrick’s Day festivities in Savannah – CLICK HERE