Atlantic City St. Patrick's Day Parade Route and Detours Announced

Annual parade promises to be one of the largest in the nation, requiring traffic closures and diversions.

Published on Mar. 6, 2026

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The annual Atlantic City, New Jersey St. Patrick's Day Boardwalk parade is set to take place this Saturday, March 7, 2026. The parade will begin at 1:00 pm and be held on the Atlantic City Boardwalk. To accommodate the festivities, the Atlantic City Police Department has announced several traffic detours and road closures that will be in effect from 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

Why it matters

The Atlantic City St. Patrick's Day parade is a longstanding tradition that draws large crowds to the city's Boardwalk. The necessary traffic diversions and closures are intended to ensure public safety and allow parade-goers to fully enjoy the event and subsequent activities at local restaurants.

The details

The Atlantic City Police Department has released the parade route and details on the traffic detours and road closures that will be in place. Atlantic Avenue from Albany Avenue to Boston Avenue, Pacific Avenue from Albany Avenue to Boston Avenue, Providence Avenue from Captain John O'Donnell Parkway to Pacific Avenue, and Hartford Avenue from Atlantic Avenue to Pacific Avenue will all be closed during the parade hours. The police department is also urging residents and visitors to use public transportation, ride-sharing, or designate a sober driver to get to and from the festivities.

  • The parade will begin at 1:00 pm on Saturday, March 7, 2026.
  • Traffic detours and road closures will be in effect from 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

The players

Sonny McCullough

Event Coordinator for the Atlantic City St. Patrick's Day Parade.

Marty Small

Mayor of Atlantic City, whose assistance was crucial in making the parade possible.

Atlantic City Police Department

The department responsible for managing traffic and enforcing laws during the parade.

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What they’re saying

“Without the assistance of Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small, the massive Atlantic City boardwalk parade would not be possible.”

— Sonny McCullough, Event Coordinator (973espn.com)

“Underage drinking will not be tolerated and those laws will be strictly enforced.”

— Atlantic City Police Department (973espn.com)

“They are urging you to not drink and drive.”

— Atlantic City Police Department (973espn.com)

What’s next

The Atlantic City Police Department will have officers, both uniformed and plain-clothes, stationed throughout the parade route on the Boardwalk to ensure the festivities run smoothly and safely.

The takeaway

The annual Atlantic City St. Patrick's Day Parade is a beloved tradition that requires careful planning and coordination between the city, police, and event organizers to accommodate the large crowds and ensure public safety. The announced traffic diversions and closures are necessary measures to allow parade-goers to fully enjoy the festivities.