Watertown Chamber Announces Action-Packed St. Patrick’s Day 2026 Lineup

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The luck of the Irish is returning to Watertown early this year. In a live interview with Northeast Radio SD, Ashley Johnson, Director of Community Engagement for the Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce, outlined a month-long celebration that promises community spirit, cash prizes, and family-friendly fun.

Kickoff at the Winter Farm Show

The festivities officially begin during the Watertown Winter Farm Show, held from February 11–14. The Chamber will be on-site selling the highly anticipated St. Patrick’s Day buttons.

·        Cost: $5 per button (or 5 for $20).

·        Grand Prize: $500 in “Watertown Bucks.”

·        Theme: “Lucky Mix ’26,” featuring a nostalgic “mixed CD” design decorated with shamrocks.

The Big Day: Saturday, March 14

While St. Patrick’s Day always falls on March 17, Watertown will host its community-wide party on Saturday, March 14. The day is packed with traditional favorites:

·        Pancake Breakfast: Hosted by the Knights of Columbus at their hall, providing a hearty start for families.

·        Entertainment & Royalty: Live music by Tom Beadnell begins at 10:30 AM at the Knights of Columbus Hall, followed by the crowning of Little Miss Shamrock and Mr. Leprechaun at 11:00 AM.

·        St. Paddy’s Day Parade: Lineup starts at 11:30 AM outside the KC Hall near Immaculate Conception Church, with the parade officially kicking off at noon. No pre-registration is required—participants need to show up and fall in line.

·        Evening Fun: The Kampeska KrusHers are slated to host their popular annual pub crawl later in the afternoon.

Honoring Local Legends

Johnson also issued a call for nominations for the Watertown Community Hall of Fame. The Chamber is seeking individuals who have made significant impacts on the community from 1960 to the present. Nomination forms are available on the Chamber website, with a submission deadline of Monday, March 16. The induction ceremony is scheduled for October 9 at Second Street Station.

Get Involved

The Chamber is seeking volunteers to sell buttons at local events, including the Farm Show and the Home Show. Those interested can sign up via the link on the Chamber’s official website.

For more information on event times, parade routes, or nomination forms, visit watertownsd.com or contact the Chamber at 605-886-5814.