March Into Spring with Eureka Springs’ St. Patrick’s Day Parade

The Kaptains are turning Eureka Springs into a sea of green this March. The annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade is rolling back into town with floats, live music, and the kind of community energy that makes you want to dust off your greenest outfit.

Catch the Parade

The procession kicks off at 2 PM from the Eureka Springs Library and winds through the heart of downtown. You’ll see floats, bagpipe bands, and marchers decked out in their Irish best as the route passes the Post Office, flows down to Basin Park, and continues past City Hall. The compact route means you can catch all the action without missing a beat, and the hilly, winding streets make for a parade experience you won’t find anywhere else.

Get in the Parade

Skip the sidelines and get in the parade instead. The Kaptains welcome participants to sign up on their website. Registration opens 30 days before the event, so you’ll have plenty of time to plan your float, coordinate your group, or put together your best St. Patrick’s Day costume.

The Deets

📅 Saturday, March 14, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Starting point: Eureka Springs Library, 194 Spring St, Eureka Springs, AR 72632
💲 Free to attend
🔗 More info | For parade sign-up, visit www.Kaptains.org

Make It a Day Trip

Eureka Springs sits about an hour east of Northwest Arkansas, making it an easy escape for the day. After the parade wraps up, explore the quirky shops and Victorian architecture that line the streets. Grab a drink at one of the local spots downtown, or simply take your time strolling through a town that feels like stepping into another era.

Eureka Springs is serving up Irish pride, community spirit, and a parade route that climbs the hilly downtown streets. Mark you calendar and see you there!