First All Nations St. Patrick’s Day Parade celebrates the diversity of the Rapid City community, heritage and roots

RAPID CITY, S.D. – Despite the cold temperatures, people still filled the streets in Downtown Rapid City for the first All Nations St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Saturday. The family-friendly event celebrates the diversity of Rapid City’s community, heritage and roots.

Leading the parade was none other than Rapid City Rush’s Nugget in a green Cadillac.

Photos of the All Nations Saint Patrick’s Day Parade:

Some organizations in the parade included Black Hills Rugby, Rapid City Marshals, Rapid City BMX and Black Hills Celtic Society. A couple of the organizations even tossed out beads and candy.

After paying some small expenses, the proceeds from the parade will be donated to the Rush Foundation’s “Rush to Read” program.