South Boston's St. Patrick's Day Parade: Massive Crowds Expected

0:00On March 15, thousands of people are set to fill the streets of South Boston this Sunday for the city's huge annual St. Patrick's Day parade, one of. The biggest Irish heritage celebrations in the country. Organizers have marching bands, floats, veterans groups, and local clubs ready to step off along the traditional route, with city teams working hard, on safety plans, traffic control, and transit support for the big crowds. Britain's strong Irish history makes this a beloved yearly event, often linking up with evacuation day remembrances from 1776 when British forces left the city. Last year saw tens of thousands turn out for dozens of groups marching through the day, and officials expect similar energy this time around. The parade kicks off late Sunday morning and rolls into the afternoon, so folks should map out routes early to dodge roadblocks and pack trains.