By old, we mean really old. As far as size, the Irish don't like to talk about that. Trust us though, it's huge.

When it comes to the old factor, this one probably ranks pretty high up there worldwide. This one was held for the first time ever on St. Patrick's Day, March 17th, 1762. George Washington was in his 30's when this parade went down the road. Think about that one for how old it is. It dates back to before the United States were even United and the country was under British Rule.

Yeah, Yeah, Yeah.. It's Old. Where Is It?

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This part should be a little bit obvious, New York City. Why wouldn't it be in the city that never sleeps? One reason it makes sense, so many of the settlers that made there way from Ireland then and even to this day begin life in the United States in New York City, that is until they get hit with rent. But the Irish on that day 260 years ago this year put on the first St. Patrick's Day Parade in this country.

How About We Start Talking About How Big It Is?

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Just shy of 2 miles long. It goes right up the center of Manhattan on 5th Avenue from East 44th to East 79th. 35 New York City blocks, which are big blocks, in length. To put that into perspective more, if you were to walk the parades route, it would take you 36 minutes to get to the other side.

How Irish Is Central New York?

According to statistics from the U.S. Census, here is what percentage of each Central New York county in terms of Irish population. Out of 100% of people living there, how many have Irish descent?

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The Ultimate Guide to 32 Of the Best Upstate New York Irish Pubs

There is nothing quite like a visit to an Irish pub on St. Patrick's Day. Here are 32 of Upstate's "greenest" pubs!

There are all kinds of bars. Lounges, sports bars, dance club bars, etc. But there is something so warm and friendly, so old-timey, so "Cheers-like" about an Irish pub. Back in the day the denizens of these friendly places were usually blue collar working men and women who stopped at their neighborhood Irish bar to chat and visit after getting out of the local factory. On weekends the pub was crowded with happy people, our parents and grandparents, enjoying a sip, Bing Crosby on the jukebox, and a bowl of Irish stew.

Today, you are more than likely to find the demographics of an Irish pub a whole lot younger. And that is a good thing.

This gallery looks at 32 of the best Irish pubs in Upstate New York.

See you at one of them for St. Paddy's Day!

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See 10 Must Visit Irish Pubs In The Capital Region

Whether it is for St. Patrick's Day or any time of year when you want to take in the Irish Pub experience for a pint and may some corned beef or shepherd's pie, these are the 10 must-visit Irish Pubs in the Capital Region.

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