St. Patrick’s Day Parade strolls through Downtown Pittsburgh on Saturday and Miss Smiling Irish Eyes — Melanie Grace Rayl of Mt. Lebanon — most likely won’t be the only one grinning. The weather forecast looks favorable,

Preparations are being made for the upcoming St. Patrick's Day festivities coming to Pittsburgh.The City of Pittsburgh Department of Public Safety will aid in the preparation process and announced many events coming to the city.

The parade formation begins at the Greyhound Bus Station at Liberty Avenue and 11 Street and winds its way through downtown, eventually ending at Commonwealth Place.