16-03-2025
Hilton Head's St. Patrick's Day Parade canceled due to threat of high winds, bad storm
The spirit of St. Patrick will live on in Hilton Head this year but his namesake parade will be paused for the safety of the local faithful that have been coming for 39 years to celebrate the day.
The committee that puts on the popular St. Patrick's Day Parade on Hilton Head Island has decided to postpone the festivities till 2026 due to the threat of high winds and dangerous weather. According to Dignitary Coordinator Bethanne Carrol, 'If there is even a risk to one person, it's not worth it so we are looking forward to 2026. Next year will be a great parade.'
Echoing these sentiments was the 'Irish Fest' Facebook page: 'With great disappointment, the Hilton Head Island St. Patrick's Day Parade Committee must cancel today's parade, due to extreme and potentially dangerous weather approaching. Local emergency services are needed to dedicate themselves to protect the public. We sadly must delay our 40th Anniversary until 2026.'
Mayor Alan Perry also expressed concern over the incoming weather and supported the committee's decision to cancel the 2025 event, 'Due to to the weather and logistics it very unfortunate that the parade has been canceled. I've been in constant contact with the committee and fire chief and for the safety of everyone it's best to cancel.'
