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Rockford’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade kicks off on Saturday

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — St. Patrick’s Day kicks off in Rockford with a parade that starts Saturday at 3 p.m. on 7th Street.

The area’s Irish Marching Society put together the parade every year.

Street closures will begin at 11 a.m. on Saturday from 7th to State Streets along with Madison.

There will be traffic control on one of the streets that crosses East State to allow traffic to cross periodically.

The city urges drivers to find a different route.

The parade is followed by a St. Patrick’s Day event held by Prairie Street Brewing Company. The free, family-friendly event runs from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m.

The event will feature live entertainment, Irish-inspired food and drink along with fun for all ages.

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