Augusta's St. Patrick's Day Parade Gets New Route

The 45th annual event will feature a revised path through downtown Augusta.

Mar. 12, 2026 at 8:19am

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Augusta, Georgia is hosting its 45th annual St. Patrick's Day parade this year, organized by the Irish-American Heritage Society. The parade will feature a new route through the downtown area, drawing thousands of attendees to celebrate the Irish holiday.

Why it matters

St. Patrick's Day is a major cultural event in Augusta, with the parade being a long-standing tradition that brings the community together. The new parade route aims to accommodate growing crowds and showcase more of the city's landmarks.

The details

The parade's organizers have changed the route to wind through more of downtown Augusta, allowing more spectators to view the festivities. The revised path will highlight additional landmarks and businesses in the area.

  • The 45th annual St. Patrick's Day parade in Augusta will take place on March 17, 2026.

The players

Irish-American Heritage Society

The local organization that hosts the annual St. Patrick's Day parade in Augusta, Georgia.

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The takeaway

The new parade route demonstrates Augusta's commitment to preserving its St. Patrick's Day tradition while adapting to accommodate the growing crowds and showcase more of the city's vibrant downtown area.