Below is a statement from the 85th Annual Newark St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee.

“After careful consideration, and in the best interest of our participants and attendees, the 85^th Annual Newark St. Patrick’s Day Parade will be postponed due to the current coronavirus situation. While disappointed, we are actively working to reschedule the event in September, billed as the 85^th and-a-halfway to St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Details on the event will be released at a later date.”

–Brian M. Lowe, Publicity Chair, Newark St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee