Check out the best St. Patrick’s Day Parades at the Central Jersey Shore:
Belmar – Lake Como, NJ – St. Patrick’s Day Parade
One of the largest St Patrick’s Day Parades in NJ. Starts at 12:30 PM, from the western end of Lake Como at 22nd Ave and North Blvd and proceeds along Main St, past the reviewing stand on 9th Ave. Parade is held rain, shine, snow, sleet etc.
Where: Sunday, March 3, 2024: @12:30pm Belmar, NJ
Call: 732-280-2648
Ocean County/Seaside Heights, NJ – Parade
The parade begins on the Boulevard and goes 1- 1/4 miles long starting at the Seaside Park border on J Street and ending at Sampson Avenue. The rain date is scheduled for the next day. This is a popular parade, last year over 75,000 people were watching. They have marching bands and floats.
Where: Saturday, March 9, 2024: at Noon, Seaside Heights, NJ
Asbury Park, NJ St Patrick’s Day Parade
The parade route begins at the intersection of Ocean Ave and 4th Ave and travels southwest towards downtown ending at the corner of Cookman Ave and Main St. The parade route takes marchers and spectators south on Ocean Ave alongside the historic Asbury Park boardwalk, past legendary landmarks like the Wonder Bar, The Stone Pony and the Empress Hotel, The Carousel House and Casino, continuing to the heart of the downtown district.
Where: Sunday, March 10, 2024; @1pm, Asbury Park
Call: 732-693-1056
Rumson, NJ – St Patrick’s Parade & Festival
Parade route starts on Allen Street and River Road and ends at the intersection of Carton Street and Forrest Avenue (approximately one mile long).This event is more than a parade. It features 8 bagpipe bands, floats, marching bands, Irish Step Dancers, traditional Irish food, antique and classic cars, novelty acts, veteran groups and much more. They anticipate the parade lasting 1½ hours.
Where: Sunday, March 10, 2024; 1pm, Allentown St and River Rd
The parade route will march along West Main St. from Mclean Street to the Elk’s Lodge.
Where:Sunday, March 17, 2024; at 12:30pm, Downtown Freehold
Keyport, NJ – St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Kick-off will be at 1:00 PM.The parade begins at St. Joseph’s Church on Maple Place, the parade will move over West Fourth Street and continue on Maple Place to Broad Street where it will then head down to West Front Street, ending at Fireman’s Park.
Where: Saturday, March 23, 2024; 1:00 PM. (rain date March 24th)
Contact: [email protected]
Cost: $6 adults & $1 for children 11 and under.
This annual Irish celebration features dances from the D’Arcy School of Irish Dance at 6pm, followed by 5 bands playing Irish music
Where: Albert Hall, 131 Wells Mills Rd, Rt 532 | March 2, 2024
Whether you’re Irish or just look good in green, come celebrate Irishness at the Laurita St. Patrick’s Day Festival. Enjoy great Irish food and music. Bring your family and friends to Laurita for an exciting weekend of fantastic fun, toe-tapping Irish music, and wonderful memories that will last a lifetime.
Our Top Picks for Corned Beef and Cabbage at the Jersey Shore:
Ocean County:
- Frankie’s– Point Pleasant
- Klee’s Bar & Grill– Seaside Heights
- Doyle’s Pour House– Barnegat
- Calloway’s Restaurant and Bar – West Creek
Monmouth County:
- Kelly’s Tavern– Neptune City
- St. Stephen’s Green Publick House – Spring Lake
- Harrigan’s Pub– Sea Girt
- Dublin House– Red Bank,
Cheers to an amazing St. Patty’s Day, we hope you enjoy!
