St. Patrick’s Day began as an annual feast day to celebrate St. Patrick, the most commonly recognized patron saint of Ireland. The Irish have observed this day as a religious holiday for over 1,000 years and it is recognized by people of other ethnicities. The day is widely celebrated by wearing green clothing and items such as shamrocks. According to Irish tradition, those who do not wear green on St. Patrick’s Day face the risk of being affectionately pinched.

This celebration is made possible by the generous support of event sponsors including the CRA and the Rotary Club of Winter Park. For more information regarding the 45th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade, please contact 407-579-3168 or 321-303-5218 call or text, or email butchinc@gmail.com.

The parade will begin at Swoope Avenue and proceed south down Park Avenue to Lyman Avenue.