The IBO 2025 St. Patrick's Day marching unit has reached its capacity and the afterparty is SOLD OUT.
Registrations are no longer being accepted.
Thank you to all who have registered. We look forward to seeing you on Monday!
Attention all members and friends! Get ready to show your IBO pride at the best parade in the world...the 264th NYC St Patrick’s Day Parade! ALL ARE WELCOME!
Join up with friends old and new as we march through the streets of Manhattan, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the city on the most Irish day of the year. Let's celebrate our heritage, our culture, and our presence in the heart of New York.
Join IBO Parade Grand Marshal Seán O'Dowd, the Aides to the Grand Marshal - JB Allen, Paul Finnegan & Caoimhe McGonigle - and our members, friends and family for this unforgettable experience. And then keep the festivities going at the IBO afterparty, with food, open bar, and entertainment.
** REGISTRATION REQUIRED **
PARADE MARCH INSTRUCTIONS
Date: Monday, March 17, 2025
Assembly Time: 12 noon
Assembly Location: East 46th Street between Madison & Vanderbilt Avenues
March-Only Cost: Free
Check-In: Immediately look for check-in area where our volunteers will:
- Confirm your registration
- Get you sashed
- Provide line formation and marching instructions
- Fasten wrist bracelet if you have already RSVP'd for the afterparty
MARCHING GUIDELINES
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Dress Code: Business dress code is required (per NYC St. Patrick’s Day parade marching guidelines). IBO dress code is dark blue or black from head to toe (including hats, jackets and shoes); no backpacks or logos allowed.
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Line Formation: Guidelines will be distributed at check-in before marching. Grand Marshal and his aides will lead our unit followed by executive and advisory board officers, then IBO members and then IBO nonmembers. Please note that any strollers will be positioned at the rear of our group per NYC SPDP requirements. No pull or push wagons are permitted.
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Be Prepared: Check the weather forecast for appropriate attire and be sure to dress accordingly for distance walking. The parade route is 1.8 miles (34 blocks) from start to finish on predominately flat street pavement with the occasional slight incline/decline.
IBO PRIVATE AFTERPARTY
** RSVP/PAYMENT REQUIRED **
Date: Monday, March 17, 2025
Time: Immediately after parade (approximately 4 pm to 9 pm)
Location: 122 East 83rd Street between Park & Lexington Avenues (10-minute walk from end of parade route)
What to Expect: Buffet dinner, open bar, live entertainment, dancing, prize drawing and all-around good craic.
Cost: Registration and payment strongly encouraged in advance online. Walk-ins will be accommodated if space is available with payment accepted at door.
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March AND Afterparty - Members or Nonmembers: $50
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Afterparty Only - Members: $50
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Afterparty Only - Nonmembers: $65
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Dublin Society and Sligo Association Members: Contact your club for required registration code
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Afterparty Only - Under 10: FREE
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Afterparty Only - Ages 11-21: $25
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