2025 Sharin’ of the Green Parade in Uptown Normal

Posted on January 24, 2025
Sharin' of the Green Parade in Uptown Normal

Save the date! The annual Sharin’ of the Green Parade is returning to Uptown Normal on March 15, 2025 to raise money for Brightpoint (formerly Children’s Home and Aid).

Sharin’ of the Green Parade
Uptown Normal
Saturday, March 15, 2025
1:00pm

WJBC is excited to bring “The Sharin’ of the Green Parade” back to Uptown Normal! This is a great opportunity for our community to come together to celebrate all things Irish and more!

We encourage you to share your “green” with BRIGHTPOINT (Formerly Children’s Home and Aid) by donating cash and coins during the parade when you see the big IRISH flag.

Brightpoint (formerly Children's Home & Aid)

Brightpoint has been a resource for families for over 130 years. The agency offers a comprehensive array of services and programs, annually serving the needs of more than 3,000 local children and families in McLean County and the surrounding area.

To Reserve Your Spot in the Parade Line-Up or to Volunteer CLICK HERE

Volunteers will sell t-shirts, line up participants, carry the flag, collect donations, throw candy, assist with crowd control, or other tasks as needed.

This is a rain or shine event-there is no alternate date.

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