NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — The rescheduled Irish Channel St. Patrick's Day parade has officially been canceled. On Thursday, March 27, parade officials reported that after monitoring the weather, which is expected to bring storms and the possibility of lightning, the club has decided to cancel citin g the public's safety. Bourbon Street frequenters open to French Quarter being pedestrian-only “This is a disappointing outcome, especially after the long and complex process of rescheduling this year’s parade,” said Dickie Burke, president of the Irish Channel St. Patrick’s Day Club. “We are incredibly grateful to everyone who supported the effort and helped us get this far.” The parade was originally set to roll on St. Patrick's Day weekend but due to high winds and rain, the krewe set the new date for March 29. Officials add that tremendous coordination went into gaining the necessary approval and handling logistics. Where Y’at this Weekend: Food Fight, Home & Garden Show, Brews, Boils & Bubbles, Rhythm’s Fest We also wish to congratulate and recognize our 2025 parade honorees: Grand Marshal Raymond 'Randy' King Jr., Man of the Year James E. 'Jimmy' Kuhn, Queen Bree Rafferty, and her court. We thank the entire New Orleans community for its continued support and understanding. We look forward to returning in 2026 with renewed energy and the same Irish Channel spirit that’s kept this tradition alive for nearly 80 years. Irish Channel parade officials Stay up to date with the latest news, weather and sports by downloading the WGNO app on the Apple or Google Play stores and by subscribing to the WGNO newsletter. Latest Posts 65-year-old man killed in Bywater homicide Poll of scientists says large majority weighing leaving US Man made false statements in buying 59 guns, prosecutors allege Woman held for taking $300,000 in undeclared cash into Mexico Alleged 'spies' for smuggling organization indicted ...read more read less