How to watch the St. Patrick’s Day parades in New York and Savannah live online for free—and without cable

Oh, Danny boy, it’s that time of year again, when Irish bagpipes will ring out in the concrete glens of New York City, across the swooning boughs of Savannah, Georgia, and in the halls of the White House as the United States celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with parades, pub crawls, and a state visit.

The annual parade in New York City, which bills itself as the largest and oldest in the world, will draw crowds to Fifth Avenue to listen to bagpipes and bands and pay homage to Ireland’s patron saint.
In Savannah, Georgia, paradegoers set up lawn chairs in prime viewing areas to watch floats, dancers, and marching bands pass by. The city’s annual parade is one of the largest, attracting visitors from all over.
Some cities, such as Chicago, which dyes its river green to commemorate a day when everyone dresses up as Irish, held parades last weekend. This weekend, other cities, including Boston, will hold parades and other festivities.

However, their streets will be awash in green on Friday evening, as revelers raise pints in pubs and bars.
The fountain on the South Lawn of the White House will also be green as President Joe Biden, who frequently speaks of his Irish heritage, welcomes Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar for a long-delayed meeting between the two heads of state that had been delayed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

If you are unable to attend the major parades in person, you do not have to miss them this year. Here are some specifics on where and when to watch.
When does the NYC St. Patrick’s Day parade begin?
The parade in New York will begin at 11:00 a.m. ET from Fifth Avenue for the 262nd time. It is scheduled to last until 3:00 p.m.
How can I watch the St. Patrick’s Day parade in New York City?
In 2023, New York City’s parade will be broadcast to a national (and international) audience for the first time.
The parade will be broadcast exclusively on NBC 4 and streamed live on its website. This stream will also be available on Peacock, Roku, Samsung TV Plus, and Xumo Play.
When does the Savannah St. Patrick’s Day parade start, and can I watch it?
Savannah also has a historic St. Patrick’s Day parade, which will begin its 199th run at 10:15 a.m. ET but will last for quite some time. It is expected to last more than four hours due to the large number of floats.