Mystic Irish Parade: A good time that’s good for business
25 Mar 2024
Small Business, Community Interest
As Sunday’s Mystic Irish Parade kicked off at 1 p.m., many thousands were sitting or standing on the sidewalk or along the drawbridge to watch the parade procession.
Meanwhile, inside bars and restaurants behind them, workers were getting ready for the second rush of customers that would crowd their businesses after the parade concluded.
“It’ll be mayhem in here soon,” said Nick Georgetti, general manager of the Engine Room, a Stonington restaurant that usually serves American fare.
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