Charleston’s 2026 St. Patrick’s Day Parade took place yesterday, Tuesday, March 17, closing downtown roads from 9 a.m. to about 11:30 a.m. for a festive procession of bands, dancers, military units, and community groups.
Route and Timeline
It lined up on Radcliffe Street (Rutledge to King) starting at 9 a.m., with King Street closing from Radcliffe to Calhoun by 9:30 a.m. The parade kicked off at 10 a.m. from King and Radcliffe, heading south to Broad and Legare streets. Police managed limited access for nearby businesses and homes, with officers aiding traffic.
This lighter news offsets the heavier Lowcountry stories you’ve shared today—from Hollinshead’s charges and McCaffrey’s cold case to chases, water breaks, freezes, and forgeries. Parade vibes must’ve been a welcome break amid it all.
