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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The Saint Patrick’s Parade Committee is now accepting nominations for the 2023 Grand Marshal. Please go to the “Honors” tab at the top of the home page and a drop-down menu will appear with a link to the GM nomination form. Please keep in mind that nominations are due by November 17th!
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The 25th Manchester Saint Patrick’s Parade is in the books. After a 2-year hiatus due to Covid we finally brought this wonderful Parade down Elm Street. By all accounts it was worth the wait. Five Pipe Bands, seven marching bands including all 3 city high school bands, the Muchachos, 5 Irish dance groups, unicyclists, clowns,
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The Manchester Saint Patrick’s Parade Committee would like to recognize this important day for our Greek Brothers and Sisters. The Irish culture and the Greek culture have been intertwined here in the Queen City for many years dating back to both cultures immigrating to this country and settling in close proximity to each other. In
HAPPY GREEK INDEPENDENCE DAY! Read More »
2022 Line of March Click here to view our sponsors page 25 th Annual Saint Patrick’s Parade Sunday, March 27 at noon Grand Marshal: Stephanie McLaughlin Bektash Shriner Clowns and Calliope Manchester Fire Department Trucks Barnstead Fire Truck Police Motorcycles Manchester Police Department Security Car Banner: HERE COME THE IRISH American Legion Henry J. Sweeney
