Thank you for your past participation of the Manchester St. Patrick’s Parade. The St. Patrick’s Parade committee was recently met with the logistical challenge of shortening the parade route and changing the staging areas for the parade. At this time, as a small committee, we do not feel that we are equipped to handle the
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A dedicated community leader, coach, mentor, and advocate for the Queen City, Erik Lesniak has been named the Grand Marshal of the 2025 Manchester St. Patrick’s Parade. His unwavering commitment to Manchester, its residents, and its future generations makes him a deserving honoree for this distinguished role. A Holyoke, MA native with deep Irish roots,
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More sad news from the Parade Committee. We recently lost two longtime members of the Parade Committee. These volunteers gave countless hours to the planning and execution of the parade and worked tirelessly to make it a success. Slán go fóill mo chara – Goodbye friends. 💚🍀💚 Dennis Grogan Eileen Sheehan-Willet
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It’s been a tough month for the St. Patrick’s Parade family. Since July 4th we’ve lost two of our beloved Grand Marshals, Al Heidenreich (2017) and Dick Phelan (2023). Our sincerest condolences go out to the families and loved ones of these wonderful men who meant so much to the community and to the parade.
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The Manchester St. Patrick’s Parade Committee is thrilled to announce that Patrick O’Neil has been named as the Grand Marshal of the 27th annual Manchester St. Patrick’s Parade, which will be held on Sunday, March 24. Each year, the parade names a Grand Marshal who is of Irish heritage and Catholic faith, who has contributed
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The St. Patrick’s Parade committee has announced that Richard “Dick” Phelan has been named as the Grand Marshal of the 26th annual Manchester St. Patrick’s Parade, which will be held on Sunday, March 26. Each year, the parade names a Grand Marshal who is of Irish heritage and Catholic faith, who has contributed to the
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