Downtown Tinley Irish Parade: Application Deadline Looms

TINLEY PARK, IL — Registration is open for the annual Downtown Tinley Irish Parade, which steps off at 1 p.m. on Sunday, March 8. Like in years past, the parade travels from Central Middle School and down Oak Park Avenue to 171st Street.

Community groups, local schools and businesses will be on floats and on site flaunting their St. Patrick's pride. Irish fare and other fun will be available at Downtown Tinley restaurants during the 21st annual parade.

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To register, download and mail the Irish Parade Entry Form. The application deadline is Monday, Feb. 24.

Entry fees are $15 for veterans, schools and non-profit groups; $50 for Tinley Park businesses; $100 for non-Tinley Park businesses and political groups and $200 for unions and large corporations.