About
Every year on March 17, the World’s Shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade briefly takes place in downtown Hopkins.
2026 Parade Route
The parade, which is open to anyone, is set for March 17, 2026. The parade begins at 4 p.m. (line up begins at 3:45 p.m.) and travels the four blocks between the:
American Legion
10 12th Avenue S
Hopkins, MN 55343
to the
Elks Lodge
30 8th Avenue S
Hopkins, MN 55343
Dates
- Tuesday, March 17, 20264 p.m. to 5 p.m.