Please complete this entry application to become part of the 2026 Springfield, Illinois Saint Patrick’s Day Parade. Just click the plus(+) button the correct number of items you are registering. All applications must be complete by February 28, 2026. No exceptions.
**NOTE** The more accurate the numbers are: the better amount of space we an save for you in the line up. ex..you say you have 2 cars…but you bring 25…we only made room for the 2.
Location: Downtown Springfield, Springfield, IL 62703
Date and time: Sat, Mar 14, 2026 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM CT
Organizer: Parade Committee, info@StPatsDayParade.com
Know what group definition your entry will fall under. -Thank you.
If you are: – In elected office, – Running for an elected official position
25 people Max.
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An agency not working for an elected official’s office.
Payment must be by check or cash, and NOT through the SAMS state payments system.
25 people Max.
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You are: – A Business – A Corporation –
Non-elected office gov’t agency
25 people Max.
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You are: – Charity Organization (that is a Non-Government agency)
Church
A private Charity
25 people Max
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Friends or families that just want to have a float or entry
and be in the Parade
(not promoting any business, Political, Charity, or Gov’t agency)
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Marching Band
High school College or other Community Marching band
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Section A Heroes
These are the groups leading off the parade.
Police, Fire, Military, Veteran groups, or the actual GRAND MARSHAL
They line up in the area called “Section ‘A’
These waived fees are granted by the Parade Board.
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Choosing this option is for those groups only, unless told by the Parade Administration