The beads have been thrown, the music has faded, and another unforgettable St. Patrick’s Day has become part of Downtown Irish Club history. But if you know our club, you know one thing is certain…
We never stop planning for the next parade.
Preparations are already underway for the 2027 Downtown Irish Club Parade, and we invite you to be part of another incredible year of friendship, community, and Irish celebration.
Since 1976, the Downtown Irish Club has proudly carried on the tradition that “Everyone is Irish for a Day.”Throughout the year we gather for social events, fundraisers, and community activities that strengthen our membership and help make our St. Patrick’s Day parade one of New Orleans’ most unique traditions.
Whether you’ve marched with us for years or are thinking about becoming a member, there’s never been a better time to get involved.
Saturday, August 8, 2026
Can you solve the mystery before the final curtain falls? Join us for an evening of intrigue, laughs, and interactive entertainment as we kick off another exciting parade season.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 • 7:00 PM
Jack Dempsey’s – Bywater
Come meet fellow members, reconnect with old friends, and welcome new faces interested in becoming part of the Downtown Irish Club family. It’s the perfect opportunity to learn what’s ahead as we build toward the 2027 parade.
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Aycock Barn • St. Bernard Parish
Nothing says Louisiana quite like jambalaya and football.
Join us for a full day of cooking, friendly competition, food, music, and fellowship before settling in to watch LSU take on Ole Miss with kickoff scheduled for 6:30 PM.
Whether you’re entering the cook-off or simply coming hungry, there’s something for everyone. Complete details—including cooking times, registration, activities, and the day’s schedule from the first pot of jambalaya until the final whistle—will be announced soon.
Saturday, October 10, 2026 • 7:00 PM
Markey’s Bar – Bywater
Six months down… six months to go!
Celebrate the halfway point to St. Patrick’s Day with an evening of Irish fellowship as we visit some of our favorite neighborhood establishments in the Bywater. Gather your friends, wear a little green, and help us keep the Irish spirit alive all year long.
Every event we host throughout the year helps build excitement and support for the Downtown Irish Club’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade—the only parade that rolls on St. Patrick’s Day Proper.
As March 17, 2027 approaches, we’ll continue announcing additional social events, fundraisers, volunteer opportunities, and parade information.
We encourage everyone—members, friends, families, and future members—to follow along and become part of the journey.
Complete details for all of our events will be posted as they become available on the Events page of our website and across all of our social media platforms.
Check back often—you won’t want to miss what’s coming next!
Thank you for helping us preserve one of New Orleans’ great traditions. We look forward to seeing you throughout the year and marching together once again on Wednesday, March 17, 2027.
Everyone is Irish for a Day!
Sláinte! ☘️
