2008 St. Patrick's Day Parade in Worcester, Massachusetts

Worcester, MA, March 9, 2008 - This year St. Patrick's Day Parades in Massachusetts take place wicked (sorry, couldn't resist). The Worcester St. Partrick's Day Parade has been moved up so as not to interfere with any Easter holiday celebrations or religious events. The annual parade will be one of the first parades in the area, so you can start celebrating early.

When is it?

The Worcester St. Patrick's Day Parade is on Sunday, March 9, 2008 at noon.

Where is it?

The parade takes place between Highland Street and Mill Street, on Park Avenue in the city of Worcester, Massachusetts, 01609. The parade route runs for two miles.

You can watch the parade on Park Avenue as the marchers make their way from Webster Square to Elm Park.

Entertainment

There will be 140 units marching through the annual Worcester St. Patrick's Day parade.

The Grand Marshal for this year's festivities is Grand Marshal Stephen P. Trainor.

Parade favorites, the Greater Worcester Police Emerald Society will also be making their way in the parade this year, via a float.

Also in attendance will be the Philadelphia Famous Musical Mummers.

Local bands participating include the Douglas High School Band.

Information

For more information please call 508-755-1855.

Post-Parade Entertainment and Events

Daniel Stipe Organ Recital:

Sunday, March 9, 2008

Daniel Stipe from the University of the South presents an organ recital at All Saints Church from 5pm until 6:15pm. This is a free concert that is appropriate for families and people of all ages.

The All Saints Church is located at 10 Irving Street in Worcester, Massachusetts 01609.

"O'fficial" St. Patrick's Parade After Party: Sunday, March 9, 2008

The "O'fficial" St. Patrick's Parade After Party on Sunday, March 9, 2008 is from noon until 11pm. It features live music by The Bards (noon-4pm), Erin's Melody (4pm-8pm), and DJ music from 8pm on. $5 admission. Best for college students and adults.

Location: The Worcester Hibernian Cultural Centre at 19 Temple Street in Worcester, Massachusetts 01604.

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