Sunday, March 14, 2027. The Parade steps off at 2:00 PM from Charles and Centre Streets, at the Washington Monument. Here is everything you need to plan your day downtown.
Note: Daylight saving time begins at 2:00 AM on parade day. Set your clocks forward one hour before you head out.
Parade day schedule
| Time | What’s happening | Where |
|---|---|---|
| 10:30 AM | Parade Day Mass | Basilica of the Assumption, 409 Cathedral Street |
| About 11:30 AM | Streets begin to close | Along the route (see Road closures below) |
| 1:00 PM | Shamrock 5K Race starts | Charles and Mulberry Streets |
| 2:00 PM | Parade steps off | Charles and Centre Streets, at the Washington Monument |
| About 5:00 PM | Parade ends | Market Place |
The route
The Parade steps off from Charles and Centre Streets at the Washington Monument, proceeds south on Charles Street, and continues east on Pratt Street to Market Place. Open the interactive route map for parking, light rail and Metro stops, and places to eat along the way.
The Shamrock 5K Race runs along much of the parade route about an hour earlier, so streets close before the Parade begins. Learn about the 5K.
Road closures and parking
Baltimore City Department of Transportation posts the official street closures and parking restrictions a few days before the Parade. In 2026, closures along the route began at about 11:30 AM and Charm City Circulator routes changed from about 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The 2026 closed streets are shown on the route map.
2027 traffic advisory: Details coming soon.
We recommend getting downtown before the 5K starts at 1:00 PM for the best parking and viewing spots.
Where to watch
Best viewing areas: Details coming soon.
Accessible viewing: Details coming soon.
Good to know
- Restrooms: Details coming soon.
- First aid and lost children: Details coming soon.
- Weather: Details coming soon.
- What to bring: Details coming soon.