Riverside Hotel at the Heart of the 2026 Fort Lauderdale St. Patrick's Parade & Festival; Bolgers Named Grand Marshals
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Riverside Hotel at the Heart of the 2026 Fort Lauderdale St. Patrick's Parade & Festival; Bolgers Named Grand Marshals
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL – March 3rd, 2026 – The Riverside Hotel is set to be the vibrant epicenter of the 2026 CORE Construction Fort Lauderdale St. Patrick’s Parade & Festival, an event that transforms downtown Fort Lauderdale into a sea of emerald hues and Irish cheer. This year, Kyle and Robin Bolger will have the distinct honor of serving as the Grand Marshals, leading the festivities that draw thousands of spectators.
The annual celebration of all things Irish kicks off on Friday, March 13, 2026, with street striping from 4:30 PM to 5:00 PM at Tunnel Top Plaza, Las Olas Boulevard, and SE 6th Avenue. The main event, the parade, will march down Las Olas Boulevard on Saturday, March 14, 2026, starting at noon. The procession will travel east from Huizenga Plaza to SE 9th Avenue, with the Riverside Hotel offering prime viewing as the parade passes directly in front of its iconic doors.
Complementing the parade, the festival will burst to life at 11:00 AM and continue until 7:00 PM at Tunnel Top Plaza, Las Olas Boulevard, and SE 6th Avenue. The festivities officially commence with the Mayor’s Welcome and Irish Blessing at 11:30 AM, followed by the parade at noon. Festival-goers can look forward to a lively schedule of performances, including sets by the Mudmen, Aranmore Academy of Irish Dance, Police Pipe and Drum Corps, Drake Academy of Irish Dance, the Dueling Accordion Band, and a special “Ode to Cranberries.”
The festival grounds, including Laura Ward Park and the area west of the Riverside Hotel, will feature live music, a dedicated kids' zone directly in front of the hotel on Las Olas Boulevard, engaging exhibitors, interactive games, and authentic Irish food and beverages. Judges evaluating parade entries will be positioned at Tunnel Top Park, conveniently located across from the Riverside Hotel.
The Riverside Hotel is the ideal destination for attendees looking to be immersed in the heart of the celebration. To enhance the festive spirit, several of the hotel’s restaurants will be offering St. Patrick’s Day specials.
New River Café & Bakery will feature its Pistachio Rose Cookie and Pistachio Rose Latte throughout the month of March.
Wild Sea Las Olas and Golden Lyon Vintage Pub will be serving slow-cooked corned beef, signature green tea martinis, and refreshing green draft beers on March 14th and March 17th.
Reservations at the Riverside Hotel can be made by visiting www.riversidehotel.com. For more information about the 2026 Fort Lauderdale St. Patrick's Parade & Festival, visit www.parks.fortlauderdale.gov/special-events/special-events/st-patrick-s-parade-and-festival/.
About Riverside Hotel: The iconic Riverside Hotel, nestled along the New River in the vibrant heart of downtown Fort Lauderdale, offers a quintessential blend of elegance and convenience. Its prime location on Las Olas Boulevard makes it the perfect base for experiencing the city's dynamic events and attractions.
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