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philadelphia st. patrick's day parade

1st year @ this parade. Honestly, I am part Irish (red hair as a kid / luck? skipped this generation). 13th and Market looked like a good spot. Sound of bagpipes announcing parade start even before they turned onto Market. Theme "Let There Be Peace" was perfect for our society / world.

Everything you would expect from a St. Patrick's Day Parade: Irish dancing / music / a lot of bagpipes / more green than an Eagles home game! Yes, it is possible... Great conversation with a cameraman / reporter from Fox News. Temps in 40's prevented fingers from freezing (multi-task between Cannon / phone).

Main highlight: Officers stopping / bagpipes playing TAPS and funeral song to honor fallen officers.

Overall, clocking in at 2 hours 40 minutes, longest continuous parade I have been to. Time was from 13th and Market. Great parade and definitely worth attending! Was a little surprised all Philadelphia sports teams were not represented. One car with Eagles, 76ers / Flyers / Phillies didn't see. Honestly, did get a little boring at times. Long segments with various groups marching. Believe me, understand logistics / cost of organizing an event on this scale. Scroll down and check out all photos / videos (reverse order).
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      • Philadelphia's 1st Big Soccer Event of 2026
    • Travel
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    • Alabama >
      • Gov Ivey Special Guests State of State Address
    • Alaska >
      • Rural Health Transformation Convening
    • Connecticut >
      • Gov Lamont Statement Work to Resume Revolution Wind
      • Gov Lamont Applauds Bipartisan Congressional Vote
      • Gov Lamont Statement on iCE Killing
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      • Gov Whitmer Attends Christening Ceremony USNS Lansing
    • Missouri >
      • Gov Kehoe to Expand Broadband Access
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      • Gov Lee Visit National Guard Forces
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