The South Boston Saint Patrick’s Day Parade is set to begin at 1 p.m. today, starting at the Broadway T Station and ending at Andrew Square along a 3.5 mile route. After a shorter route last year due to the pandemic, the parade returns to its full route this year. For those joining in the festivities, note that bars won’t allow entry after 6:30 p.m. and alcohol service stops at 7 p.m. in Boston. Accompanying the news is an image of the parade.