Sober St. Patrick’s Day NYC

03/24/2025

☘️ “In Ireland, you go to someone’s house, and she asks you if you want a cup of tea. You say no, thank you, you’re really just fine. She asks if you’re sure. You say of course you’re sure, really, you don’t need a thing. Except they pronounce it ting. You don’t need a ting. Well, she says then, I was going to get myself some anyway, so it would be no trouble. Ah, you say, well, if you were going to get yourself some, I wouldn’t mind a spot of tea at that, so long as it’s no trouble, and I can give you a hand in the kitchen. The you go through the whole thing all over again until you both end up in the kitchen drinking tea and chatting.

In America, someone asks you if you want a cup of tea, you say no, and then you don’t get any damned tea.

I like the Irish way better.” ☘️

- C. E. Murphy (Happy St. Patrick’s Day!)😄

(art: Linda Apple)

03/21/2025

🌟 Still Riding High from Sober St. Patrick’s Day® 2025! 🌟
We are overwhelmed by the incredible response to this year’s celebration. It’s taken a few days to recover (in the best way possible) from an absolutely fantastic experience from beginning to end.

🙏 A heartfelt THANK YOU to all the participants who marched with us, celebrated at the Grand Celebration, and brought the spirit of recovery and joy to life. Special shoutout to Ruth Riddick - NYCB Trainer Registry and www.asapnys.org, plus Family & Children's Association aka THRIVE, Came to Believe Recovery Inc. Stepping Stones Foundation aka Stepping Stones, the historic home of Bill and Lois Wilson and The Salvation Army USA — your support and presence made the day unforgettable.

🔥 The range of reactions from the crowd as we proudly carried the Sober St. Patrick’s Day banner was nothing short of powerful. We saw it all—from the occasional thumbs-down and comments about booze, to people shouting, “Good for you! WooHoo!” and celebrating their own recovery milestones as they shouted their “time” from the sidewalks. Some even chased us up Fifth Avenue just to grab the perfect selfie with the banner in the background. 💚📸

The energy, the camaraderie, and the pure joy of reclaiming St. Patrick’s Day in the spirit of culture, community, and sobriety will keep us going all year long. We are beyond grateful for everyone who showed up, supported us, and helped make this day a resounding success.

Here are a few photos from the parade 😊
🍀 Until next year, let’s keep the good vibrations going! 💚

03/17/2025

🌟 Join Us LIVE from the Sober St. Patrick’s Day® Stage! 🎶☘️
Our incredible Music Director, John Whelan is bringing the energy and tradition straight to you—LIVE on Facebook from the SSPD® stage!

If you can’t be with us in person, you don’t have to miss out—Tune in, watch the magic unfold, and tag John Whelan!

John and his band will play to a packed house, lifting spirits after the NYC parade. We’re keeping the tradition alive with great music, great vibes, and a great crowd celebrating St. Patrick’s Day—sober and spectacular!

🎻🎶 Join the livestream and let’s celebrate together! ☘️✨

03/16/2025

We can't wait to see you all tomorrow!!

03/16/2025

"Wherever you go and whatever you do, may the luck of the Irish be there with you."

03/14/2025

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03/12/2025

03/12/2025

🎥 Watch This! 🎥 Bill Reilly sat down with Currents News to talk about the mission of Sober St. Patrick’s Day® and how we’re redefining the holiday with a celebration of Irish culture—without the alcohol. ☘️🎶

Join us in making St. Patrick’s Day a more inclusive and meaningful experience! 💚
Check out the interview here:

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03/12/2025

Thank you, IrishCentral.com We can't wait to see everyone and celebrate this special day!

Sober St. Patrick’s Day® Grand Celebration returns to New York City on March 17, a family-friendly, alcohol-free way to celebrate a "great day for the Irish!" Find out here how to get tickets for the 2025 Sober St. Patrick’s Day Grand Celebration®.

03/12/2025

🍀 Exciting News! 🍀 OSV News has published a fantastic article about Sober St. Patrick’s Day®, highlighting our mission to honor Ireland’s patron saint with joyful, alcohol-free celebrations. 🎶☘️

Founder Bill Reilly shares how this movement brings the focus back to Irish culture, music, and heritage while creating a fun and inclusive event for all.

Join us in making this St. Patrick’s Day a meaningful, family-friendly celebration! 💚

Check out the article here:

An annual celebration of St. Patrick's Day is looking to recenter the observance on Ireland's patron saint and his spiritual strength.

03/10/2025

🎙️ New Podcast Alert! 🎙️

Bill Reilly, the founder of Sober St. Patrick’s Day®, sat down with John Lee on the latest episode of the Irish Stew Podcast to discuss the mission behind SSPD®—reclaiming the true spirit of St. Patrick’s Day by offering an uplifting, family-friendly celebration that showcases the best of Irish culture. ☘️

From advocacy to community impact, Bill shares how SSPD® is changing the way we think about this beloved holiday. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation!

🔗 Listen now: Irish Stew Podcast – Bill Reilly
📍 Available on our website https://www.soberstpatricksday.org/press
and here https://www.irishstewpodcast.com/william_spencer_reilly
Or wherever you get your podcasts!

“St. Patrick’s Day Today, Hungover Tomorrow.” Seeing that slogan on a St. Patrick’s Day T-shirt sent William Spencer Reilly on a mission to “reclaim the day” from n…

03/07/2025

Check out all the fantastic items in the Sober St. Patrick's Day ® Emerald Serenity Auction! 🎁What: Amazing gifts like, a golf outing for 4, gift certificate to Smith & Wollensky, and more – Check it out at the link above!
? Why: We all know that costs are rising, and we’re doing everything we can to keep our celebration affordable for families. To support our mission, we’re launching the Emerald Serenity Auction, featuring incredible items you won’t want to miss! Bid, Win, Share the link & Support the Cause!

03/03/2025

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03/03/2025

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