Textbox for emergency announcements.
Confessions
Weekdays (after Noon Mass)
Monday, Thurs., Friday, ~ 12:30 pm
Weekends
Saturday, 4:15 pm
Parish Office Hours
Weekdays
M,W, F
T, TH
9:00am – 1:00 pm
9:00am – 4:00 pm
Weekends
Saturday 10:00am – 2:00pm
Sunday 8:30am – 12:15pm
Plan Your Visit
Address:
212 State Street
Harrisburg, PA 17101
Entrances:
The main entrance to the Cathedral is through the central doors facing State Street and is accessed by stairs.
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A handicap-accessible ramp is located on the side of the church along Church Street. This side entrance also provides access to the parish office.
Parking:
The Cathedral Parish of Saint Patrick is located in downtown Harrisburg and is easily accessible by car.
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Parking Options (more detailed information below)
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Street parking (on State Street and surrounding downtown area)
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South Street Parking Garage (on Saturdays and Sundays)
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School parking lot (during off school hours/seasons)
We encourage the use of the South Street Parking Garage, especially during Diocesan and other well-attended liturgical events.
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A limited number of handicap spaces are reserved in the front of the Cathedral on State Street and a few in the rear of the church on Liberty Street.
Street parking:
Street parking is available on State Street and surrounding area.
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Metered street parking is enforced Monday-Saturday 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. Parking is generally free outside of these hours and on Sundays, unless otherwise posted.
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Please note that enforcement times and restrictions can vary by location, so always check posted signage on the street where you park.
Parking can be paid via your phone by using the ParkMobile app or you can pay with card at the limited of physical parking kiosks nearby.
South Street Parking Garage:
Additional parking is FREE WITH VALIDATION ON SATURDAY & SUNDAY at the South Street Parking Garage for those attending Mass or other parish weekend events.
The entrance is accessed by turning onto South St. from 3rd St.
Validation options:
​Option 1: Online Validation (No Account Required)
Click button below to manually enter your license plate numberfor free parking:
Google Maps: "Cathedral of Saint Patrick"
Cathedral of St Patrick and South Street Garage locations
For street parking, pay at the meter or download the ParkMobile app.
​Option 2: QR Code Validation (Metropolis App Required)
Use the QR code posted in the garage for automatic validation.
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To use this option:
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Create an account at app.metropolis.io
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Enter your phone number, license plate(s), and a payment method
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Scan the St. Patrick’s Church QR code in the garage to confirm validation
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​​​​​​​Need Garage Assistance?
If you experience any issues, please call 717-238-0496 to reach the onsite supervisor for help.
The South Street Parking Garage.
Enter at the rear; turn onto South St. from 3rd St.
We look forward to welcoming you
at Cathedral Parish of Saint Patrick
About Our Parish
Located in beautiful Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, the Cathedral Parish of Saint Patrick offers congregants a place of comfort, hope, and peace of mind for all their worshipping needs.
We are dedicated to spreading the teachings of Jesus Christ, and our goal is to inspire you through the holiness of our dwelling and our services.
We invite you to find your own unique place in our growing congregation, and we look forward to meeting you!
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Founded 1826
Our Mission
Placing God at the Center
The Cathedral Parish of Saint Patrick, a Roman Catholic Christian community, is called to be a vibrant family of faith working together in love by:
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striving for a deeper knowledge and sharing our Catholic Faith
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reaching out to invite all people to become active members of the Catholic Church
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and living our lives in such a way as to be witnesses to the teachings of Jesus.
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Through prayer and service rooted in mercy and justice, we will be a sign to our Parish and the greater Harrisburg community of God's love given to all through His Son Jesus.
