Thousands are expected to attend the annual St. Patrick's Day parade on Saturday in Conshohocken.
may be on Sunday, but communities across the Delaware Valley are already kicking off their Irish celebrations. It's something that organizers say continues to grow each year. It will feature bands, Irish music, and of course Irish dancing.
"It's always been called a parade town. The BBQ's, house parties, pubs will be packed everyone will be having a good time," said Pete Hand, the publicity and fundraising chairmen for the parade. In Holmesburg, dozens packed into the Ashburner Inn, where the Irish society of Philadelphia hosted their annual toast to Saint Patrick.Crosley is one of the founding members of the Irish Society of Philadelphia. At 93, he's had his fair share of Saint Patrick's Day celebrations. Every Friday before the holiday, the group holds this event.
"It's our month. I believe we celebrate our heritage all month. The toast to Saint Patrick is something we've been doing for years," said Patrick Dugan.Copyright © 2024 WPVI-TV. All Rights Reserved.
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