St. Patrick's Day Parades Draw Thousands Nationwide

St. Patrick's Day celebrations are in full swing across various U.S. cities as parades draw thousands of attendees. In Peoria, the annual parade features 108 entries and encourages community engagement, despite forecasted wind and chilly temperatures. The South Side Irish Parade in Chicago attracted an estimated 77,000 participants, celebrating its 45th year with over 100 entries. Meanwhile, Detroit's St. Patrick's Day Parade, hosted by the United Irish Societies, celebrated its 67th year, showcasing vibrant displays of Irish culture and drawing large crowds. Tybee Island also kicked off its festivities with the Irish Heritage Parade, seen as a warm-up for Savannah's major celebrations. Local businesses are gearing up for increased revenue as they prepare for the influx of parade-goers and holiday revelers.