It's Time to Get Your Green On.
Metra is proud to be a participant in the 2025 South Side Irish St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Sunday, March 16, at noon. As you are having just a wee bit of fun on the lawn with friends and family, make sure to be on the lookout for the Metra float, featuring employees and families who hold a commitment to serving our community. Whether you’re continuing your winning streak on cornhole or looking forward to participating in one of the largest Irish community celebrations outside of Dublin, let Metra be your ride to the festivities.
Let Metra be your float to the sea of green.
St. Patrick’s Day weekend brings two things – a sea of green and heavy traffic. While the green is a welcoming sight, the congestion is not. Avoid the stress of traffic and let Metra be your safe and reliable transportation to the festivities. With added service on the Rock Island Line and resources such as the new Metra train tracker and the Ventra app, traveling with Metra has never been easier.
Getting to the Parade is easy.
**Please be advised that alcohol and glass bottles are prohibited on ALL Rock Island Line trains on Sunday, March 16, the day of the South Side Irish St. Patrick's Day Parade. Additionally, due to expected high ridership, there may not be room for bicycles on trains.
From Chicago Union Station:
Exit Chicago Union Station on Jackson and go east across the bridge to Financial Place. Go south on Financial Place to LaSalle Street Station. Board a Rock Island Line train and ride seven stops to 103rd St/Beverly Hills Station. Exit the station on 103rd Street and continue west for about 0.7 miles to the start of the parade at 103rd and Western Avenue.
From LaSalle Street Station:
Board a Rock Island Line train and ride seven stops to 103rd St./Beverly Hills Station. Exit the station on 103rd Street and continue west for about 0.7 miles to the start of the parade at 103rd and Western Avenue.
From Ogilvie Transportation Center:
Exit the Ogilvie Transportation Center to Clinton Street and continue north to the CTA Clinton Station. Board the Pink Line and ride six stops to LaSalle/Van Buren Station. Exit the station on Van Buren Street and head south on LaSalle Street. Enter the Metra LaSalle Street Station by the elevator or stairs. Board a Rock Island Line train and ride seven stops to 103rd St./Beverly Hills Station. Exit the station at 103rd Street and continue west for about 0.7 miles to the start of the parade at 103rd and Western Avenue.
From Millennium Station:
Exit Millennium Station at Randolph, walk west to Wabash, then south to the Washington/Wabash CTA Station. Take the Pink Line three stops to LaSalle/Van Buren. Exit onto Van Buren, walk south on LaSalle, and enter LaSalle Street Station. Board a Rock Island train and ride seven stops to 103rd St./Beverly Hills. Exit at 103rd, then walk 0.7 miles west to 103rd & Western for the parade.
Plan Your Trip
Get help navigating with Google Maps or the RTA Trip Planner for smooth connections, including CTA services from all downtown stations. Check transitchicago.com for updates on rerouted bus services due to the event.
Purchase Ticets
Buying Metra tickets is easy—use the Ventra app, ticket machines, or pay on board with cash. Whether it's a game or an event, having your ticket ready keeps your trip simple and stress-free.
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