 Why don't we have a parade to celebrate St. Patrick's Day?
Those few words were spoken on a Saturday afternoon in March, 1967 when several Brother Knights of Father Kealey Council 3548 were sitting at the bar of their one-room, cinder block home on Government Avenue in Norfolk, VA.
The words, repeatedly spoken launched one of Norfolk's most enduring traditions.
Based on local legend, the first parade consisted of several Brother Knights marching around the council home carrying trash can lids and brooms. Following several trips around the building and several stops for liquid refreshment, a momentous decision was made: Father Kealey Council would organize and sponsor a "real" St. Patrick's Day Parade.
On a brisk Saturday afternoon in March, 1968 the first Grand Marshall donned the traditional green top hat and climbed into the backseat of a Cadillac convertible. History was being written. During the last 35-years many more pages have been added to the history of the St. Patrick's Day Parade. Click here for the parade route.
Event Details:
Emerald Ball
March 6, 2010 | 6:30 p.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Tickets: $25.00
Dinner & Dance to honor the Parade Grand Marshall and Princess Pat. Music will be provided by Hot Cakes. The Grand Marshall for the 43rd Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade is Anthony Burfoot, and this year's Princess Pat is Jessica Firestone.
43rd Annual Saint Patrick's Day Parade
March 13, 2010 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Open to the Public
The 43rd annual St. Patrick's Day Parade is hosted by the Father Robert B. Kealey Council # 3548 of the Knights of Columbus. This fun filled Irish parade has all the marching bands, clowns, floats, cars, and people necessary to make up an exciting and enjoyable parade. Everyone is Irish both in and along the parade route. Please check the parade map to see the parade route.
After Parade Party
March 13, 2010 | 12:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Open to the Public
After the parade come and join us at the Knights of Columbus grounds for live music, food, and fun. There will be a variety of food vendors and live music. This years bands will be: The Craig Woolard Band and Hot Cakes. The party is held immediately following the parade and is hosted by The Columbian Club of Ocean View. 211 W. Government Ave, Norfolk, VA. This event is free and open to the public.
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