Apply now to join St. Patrick's Day Parade in St. Charles

The Downtown St. Charles Partnership is now accepting entries for the 16th annual St. Patrick's Parade, which will take place at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 14, along Main Street in St. Charles.

Local businesses, community groups, and nonprofits are encouraged to participate.

Those that wish to participate must complete an entry form, obtain a certificate of insurance, sign off on the rules and regulations, and return the documents along with the appropriate entrance fee, if required, to the Downtown St. Charles Partnership office no later than Friday, Feb. 13.

The entry fee is $250 for businesses, $125 for partnership members, and free for nonprofit organizations.

Past entries have included bands, Irish dancers, authentic Irish music, floats, school groups, preschools, service clubs, and more.

Businesses looking to have a sponsored element in the parade and receive recognition through marketing and promotions are encouraged to immediately contact the Downtown St. Charles Partnership.

Volunteers are also in need to help with parade-day duties. All parade entry, sponsorship, and volunteer information is available on the event webpage at www.downtownstcharles.org/stpats.

For information, visit www.DowntownStCharles.org, call the Downtown St. Charles Partnership office at (630) 443-3967, or email info@downtownstcharles.org.

About the Downtown St. Charles Partnership

Its mission is to enhance the economic viability and to preserve the character and beauty of downtown St. Charles. The partnership produces the St. Charles Fine Art Show, Holiday Homecoming, Jazz Weekend, and the St. Patrick's Parade. For more information about the partnership, including membership, volunteer opportunities, and events, visit www.downtownstcharles.org.