Asbury Park St. Patrick's Day Parade
The 12th annual parade celebrates Irish heritage through New Jersey's music capital. Unlike traditional parades, Asbury welcomes mummers, roller girls, zombies, and live bands on floats.
St Patricks Day Weekend at a Glance
Sun, Mar 8
2026
1:00 PM
Step-off
Ocean Ave
Start
Cookman
End
About the Parade
Founded in 2014 by Garrett Giberson, the Asbury Park St. Patrick's Day Parade has grown into a beloved celebration that draws over 10,000 visitors each year. Now in its 12th year, the parade reflects Asbury Park's creative spirit by welcoming both traditional and non-traditional acts.
The parade route passes iconic music landmarks that have defined the Jersey Shore sound - the legendary Stone Pony (where Springsteen and Bon Jovi played), the Wonder Bar with its famous Tillie mural, the historic Empress Hotel, and Convention Hall. Johnny Mac's House of Spirits on Main Street serves as the official parade headquarters.
💕 Sample Romantic Weekend
Morning
Arrive by 11 AM. Park in municipal lots or take NJ Transit. Grab brunch at a Main Street spot while you wait.
Parade (1 PM)
Watch the parade from Ocean Avenue as it passes Stone Pony, Wonder Bar, and Convention Hall, ending at Cookman & Main.
After-Party
Head to Johnny Mac's (official HQ), Wonder Bar, or Asbury Park Brewery. Live music and Irish specials all day.
Romantic Restaurants
Reserve 2-3 weeks early for st patricks day weekend. Many offer special prix-fixe menus.
Johnny Mac's House of Spirits
$$Irish Pub
Official parade HQ, iconic Asbury bar
Wonder Bar
$$Rock Bar
Shamrock N Roll fundraiser, parade route views
Kim Marie's Eat n Drink Away
$$Irish Pub
Lucky Leprechaun Breakfast host
Asbury Park Brewery
$$Brewery
Pre-Game party, craft beers
Toast
$$Breakfast/Brunch
Locals' favorite for brunch
Porta
$$Pizza & Cocktails
Great for groups, lively atmosphere
Live Music Venues
Asbury Park's music legacy is legendary. Check calendars for St. Patrick's weekend shows:
Stone Pony
Legendary rock club on parade route
Wonder Bar
Beach bar with Tillie mural, live music
The Saint
Intimate indie venue
Asbury Lanes
Bowling alley with live shows
Pre-Parade Events
The parade hosts fundraisers throughout the season:
Lucky Leprechaun Breakfast
January kickoff at Kim Marie's
Shamrock N Roll
February concert at Wonder Bar
Parade Pre-Game
Early March at Asbury Park Brewery
Romantic B&Bs & Hotels
Asbury Park's accommodations offer the perfect romantic retreat. Many offer special packages.
The Asbury Hotel
Boutique rooftop
Ocean views, Reyla restaurant
Asbury Ocean Club
Luxury residences
Modern design, full kitchens
The Berkeley Oceanfront
Beach access
Classic oceanfront hotel
Ocean Grove B&Bs
Nearby Victorian
Short walk to Asbury
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st patricks day Weekend Tips
Do
- • Arrive by 11 AM for parking
- • Check pre-event calendar for fundraisers
- • Make Johnny Mac's your base camp
- • Embrace the creative, non-traditional acts
- • Take NJ Transit if possible
Skip
- • Arriving right at 1 PM start time
- • Expecting only traditional Irish acts
- • Wandering aimlessly between bars
- • Driving if you plan to drink
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Irish Meets Rock n Roll! 🎸☘️
Join 10,000+ revelers for Asbury Park's creative, inclusive St. Patrick's Day celebration.