56th Annual Saint Patrick's Day Parade
March 18, 2023

Participation Form

Have a group that wants to be a part of this year’s parade? Fill out the form, print it, and send it in by February 1, 2023.

Parade Route & Parking

The parade begins at Northside Middle School. From that point, it travels North on Granby, turns left at A View Ave, turns left on First View Street, and ends at the intersection of First View and Government Ave.

The parade route is approximately 1.5 miles.

Your 2023 Grand Marshall

Bruce Thompson will be the Grand Marshall of the 2023 parade!

Photo Galleries

Weather Updates

Check back here for weather updates. Generally, the parade will go on in light rain.

Shamrock Shenanigans

March 11, 2023 | 6:30 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
Ticketed event

A celebration dinner and dance will be held on March 11, 2023 at the Columbian Club of Ocean View, Inc. This dance is being produced by Norfolk Parade, Inc. Tickets are $35.00 and include food, non-alcoholic drinks, and beer. For tickets, contact Bill Dewey at 757.374.8268.

St. Patrick's Day Parade

March 18, 2023 | 10:00am – noon
Public event

The 56th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade is a fun filled Irish parade with 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. The parade is presented by Norfolk Parade, Inc.

After Parade Party

March 18, 2023 | 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Open to the Public (21 and up)

After the parade come and join us inside the Columbian Club of Ocean View for live music, food, and fun. There will be a variety of food vendors and live music. This years bands will be: Wonderland (inside the Hall) and Savannah Band (outside). The party is held immediately following the parade and is hosted by The Columbian Club of Ocean View. 211 W. Government Ave, Norfolk, VA.