Port Jervis. The Irish are coming March 5

| 21 Feb 2023 | 01:20

The Port Jervis N.Y. Tourism Board will host the fifth annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Blarney Blast on Sunday, March 5, in historic Port Jervis.

The parade kicks off at 3 p.m. from the uptown business district on Pike Street, travels downtown onto Front Street, ending at the Erie Depot.

The 2023 Grand Marshal leading the procession is longtime community leader Henry “Hank” Dunn.

The Hudson Valley Regional Police Pipes & Drums returns for the fifth year.

The lineup begins at 2 p.m. on Canal and Orange streets.

Trophies to be awarded:

Grand Marshal’s Choice - Michael McCarthy Memorial Award

Best St. Patrick’s Day Float

Best Marching Unit

Most Irish Spirit

Best Presentation First Responders

For more information, contact Laura Meyer at TourismChairwomantourism@portjervisny.gov; (973)534-4177 or floralaurapj@yahoo.com.