Ocean County St. Patrick's Day Parade
Ocean County's St. Patrick's Day celebration marches down the Boulevard in Seaside Heights. Free parking, family-friendly, and a legendary after-party at the Hershey Motel.
St Patricks Day Weekend at a Glance
Sat, Mar 7
2026
12:00 PM
Step-off
Boulevard
Parade Route
FREE
Parking
About the Parade
The Ocean County St. Patrick's Day Parade in Seaside Heights has become a beloved tradition for Ocean County's Irish community. The parade marches up the Boulevard from J Street to Carteret Avenue, with thousands of spectators lining the route.
What sets this parade apart is the accessibility - free parking on the island in the off-season, a compact parade route, and a legendary after-party at the Hershey Motel. The day begins with Mass at Our Lady of Perpetual Help at 10 AM before the noon step-off.
💕 Sample Romantic Weekend
Morning
Arrive early for free parking in municipal lots. Optional: Mass at Our Lady of Perpetual Help at 10 AM. Grab breakfast and stake your viewing spot.
Parade (12 PM)
Watch the parade march up the Boulevard from J Street to Carteret Avenue. Pipe bands perform massed band finale with Amazing Grace.
After-Party
Head to the Hershey Motel for the legendary after-party. Irish music, drinks, and good times continue into the evening.
Romantic Restaurants
Reserve 2-3 weeks early for st patricks day weekend. Many offer special prix-fixe menus.
Hershey Motel
$$Bar & Venue
Official after-party location
Klee's Bar & Grill
$$American Bar
Boardwalk dining, parade specials
Spicy Cantina
$$Mexican
Festive atmosphere
Jimbo's Bar
$Bar
Local spot, cold beers
Sawmill Cafe
$$American
Classic boardwalk spot
Where to Celebrate
Seaside Heights bars go all out for St. Patrick's Day:
Hershey Motel
THE after-party spot - don't miss it
Klee's Bar & Grill
Great food and drinks
Spicy Cantina
Lively atmosphere
Boardwalk Bars
Multiple options along the walk
Romantic B&Bs & Hotels
Seaside Heights's accommodations offer the perfect romantic retreat. Many offer special packages.
Hershey Motel
Party Central
Walk to everything
Surf & Sand Beach Motel
Budget-friendly
Steps from beach
White Sands Oceanfront
Oceanfront
Ocean views
Nearby Toms River
Off-island option
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st patricks day Weekend Tips
Parking
- • FREE parking on the island in off-season
- • Municipal lot on Blaine/Grant Avenue
- • Plenty of spots near the bay
- • No need to stress about parking
The Day
- • Optional Mass at 10 AM
- • Parade steps off at noon
- • Massed band finale is don't-miss
- • Rain date is April 1
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Ocean County's Celebration! ☘️
Join Ocean County's Irish community for a family-friendly parade and legendary after-party.