Past Parades

2025 Parade Highlights

Crowd gathered for a parade on a city street with parade performers in green outfits in the front.
Man in a parade wearing a sash that reads 'St. Patrick's for All' with a green, white, and orange color scheme, on a street corner at 44th Street, with marchers and flags in the background.
Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez speaking to the crowd at an outdoor event, wearing a sash with green, red, yellow, and white colors, and holding an orange microphone. There is a large portrait of a man with glasses and a beard in the backgroun
Two women smiling at an outdoor parade, wearing green, white, and orange sashes and winter clothing. Crowds and parish fire truck are in the background.
A group of drum players in matching blue and black outfits marching in a parade on a city street, with buildings and a street sign in the background.
Group of people in colorful costumes holding a Drag Story Hour NYC banner during a parade on a city street with brick buildings in the background.
Group of people participating in a parade, wearing sashes and winter clothing, standing behind a large banner, with trees and a traffic light in the background.
A group of diverse people holds a pink banner and signs that read "Gays Against Guns" during the Gays Against Guns protest, advocating for gun control.
A happy Labrador Retriever wearing green and gold beads and shamrock-shaped decorations with 'KISS ME' written on them, celebrating St. Patrick's Day.
Crowds of people lining a city street for St. Patrick's Day parade, many wearing green clothing and accessories.
Rep. Timothy Kennedy speaking at a public event with other officials, with a banner in the background and a man wearing a sash that reads 'St. Daa's for All'.
A smiling woman and a man wearing a sash and a chain of office at a public event, with a sparkly background.
A group of men dressed in traditional Scottish attire, including kilts, playing bagpipes and drums in a parade on a city street.
A young man with short dark hair, a beard, and light skin, smiling at the camera, wearing a sash and chain, standing next to a woman with long reddish hair, light skin, wearing sunglasses, a festive green and white elf hat with a shamrock, and orange
People participating in a parade or march holding a banner that reads "St. Pat's for All," with festive attire, some wearing sashes and green accessories, on a city street with trees and spectators in the background.
Dachshund dog dressed in a red and green jacket with white stripes, standing on a paved surface, with another dog partially visible in the background.
Two people smiling outdoors during a celebration, wearing festive costumes and accessories, including a green and white Viking hat with horns and a shamrock emblem, and a sash with green, white, and red colors. Buildings and trees are visible in the
People holding an Italian flag and an American flag during a parade or demonstration on a city street.
Two smiling people, a woman and a man, standing closely together outdoors. The man is wearing a sash and a large gold chain, indicating a ceremonial or celebratory event. They are dressed warmly, with a glittery backdrop behind them.
Four men standing outdoors during a parade, wearing sashes that read 'St. David's for All' and city or parade-related decorations. They are smiling and dressed in coats, with some wearing scarves. Background includes leafless trees, houses, and parad
A group of four diverse people smiling at a parade or public event, wearing sashes and badges.
Two men sitting in a black convertible car, smiling. One man has gray hair, glasses, and is wearing a rainbow sash, the other man is wearing a black beanie. The car has a logo and text reading 'Smuggling Nun Irish Poitin'. They are outdoors on a city
A woman is speaking or giving a presentation to a group, with several people listening attentively. Some members are wearing green accessories, and one woman has a sash that reads "St. David's Day," indicating a celebration or event related to that.
Three men smiling outdoors, one wearing a sash with green, white, and orange colors, possibly a celebration or parade. They are dressed warmly with jackets and scarves, and there are buildings and trees in the background.
A small parade or procession on a city street with participants carrying American flags and an Italian flag, walking past parked cars and buildings.
Group of people holding a blue banner that says 'St. James for' during a march or rally in front of a row of brick buildings.
Two women dressed warmly with hats and scarves, smiling at a winter outdoor gathering, holding a large white sign.
People participating in a parade holding a large banner that reads "St. Pat's for All," with some wearing green clothing and accessories, and a group of spectators in winter clothing on a street lined with brick apartment buildings.
People gathered outdoors, some wearing green hats and scarves, behind a white barrier, during a public event or parade.
People at a public event or rally outside, with some wearing sashes, and a woman speaking into a microphone on a stage.
People dressed as Santa Claus participating in a parade with trees and buildings in the background.
Group of people marching in a parade, carrying American, Irish, and Welsh flags.
A crowd participating in a parade or march on a city street, holding flags including rainbow and American flags, with buildings and traffic lights in the background.
Fire truck parked on a city street with people walking nearby on a sunny day.
Group of people gathered outdoors at a public event on a sunny day, some wearing face masks.
A group of people standing outdoors, some wearing sashes, likely at a public or ceremonial event.
View of a large outdoor crowd gathered in front of a stage with blue sky and trees in the background.
Crowds of people participating in a parade or march on a city street, some dressed in green for St. Patrick's Day, with a group of performers in green outfits doing a coordinated dance in the foreground.

2025 Grand Marshals & Special Guests

2025

A woman with short blonde hair and light-colored eyes, smiling softly and gazing directly at the camera. She is wearing a cozy, fleece-lined jacket, holding her hands close to her chin, and has a visible tattoo on her hand.

2025 St. Pat's for All Grand Marshal 

Judy Collins

Man wearing a suit and a ceremonial chain, standing in an ornate building with tall windows and grand architecture.

2025 St. Pat's for All Grand Marshal 

Lord Mayor of Belfast Councillor Micky Murray

A woman with short blonde hair and glasses, smiling, standing in front of the flags of Italy and the European Union.

2025 St Pat’s For all Special Guest

Helena Nolan -Consul General of Ireland

2024 Parade Highlights

A woman smiling on a stage with a green street sign that reads 'St. Pat's For All Way' in the background.
Four people standing outside a building, smiling at the camera, dressed in casual and formal clothing, with trees and a bus in the background.
Two smiling people, a woman with glasses and a man, standing outdoors on a city street.
Group of five women standing together outdoors in front of a restaurant, smiling and dressed in casual clothing, some wearing black jackets and colorful scarves with the Irish flag colors.
Group of people wearing colorful sashes standing together on a city sidewalk at an intersection with street signs reading 46th Street and 46th Avenue, smiling for a photo during an outdoor event.
Four people standing outdoors, wearing sashes that say 'St. Paschal 2024,' on a city street, with leafless trees and a building in the background, smiling at the camera.
People participating in a celebration or protest on a city street corner, with street signs indicating Skillman Avenue and St. Pat's For All Way, and a one-way traffic sign. Some individuals are wearing scarves or ribbons with rainbow colors.
Group of people on a stage holding a street sign that reads 'St. Pat's For All Way' during a celebration or event, with a banner behind them featuring a photo and name of Shekar Krishnan.
Three people speaking at a public event, wearing sashes in the colors of the Indian flag, standing on a stage with a banner above. The woman on the left is speaking into a green microphone, the middle man has sunglasses, and the man on the right is w
A man smiling and speaking into a green microphone during a public event, wearing a green sash with orange and white stripes, with other people nearby also wearing sashes, on an outdoor stage with a metal roof and a brick building in the background.
Group of diverse people on stage during an event, holding a framed proclamation and wearing sashes that say 'Seniors for NY.' They are smiling, and a large banner behind them features a photo and the name 'Shekar Krishnan,' indicating a political cam
Group of people wearing sashes, some holding certificates, at an outdoor event under a canopy, with trees in the background.
Group of people at a pride parade, wearing colorful and festive clothing with various pride-themed accessories, standing behind a metal barricade on a sunny day.
A smiling man and woman posing together outdoors, with a building and metal stairs in the background.
A man standing on a scaffolding during a protest, wearing a brown blazer, a green and white scarf, red pocket square, and a badge supporting LGBTQ+ rights. He is making a peace sign or gesture with his fingers and smiling at the camera.
A woman and an older man on a stage during a public event. The woman is speaking into a microphone, raising her hand, and wearing a sash that says 'GENERAL'. The man is clapping and wearing a sash that says 'MAYOR'. Several people are visible in the
A diverse group of people marching in a parade, holding a banner that reads 'The New York City Council,' with some waving small flags and holding signs supporting city council members.
People participating in a parade or march outdoors, holding rainbow flags and wearing colorful accessories, celebrating LGBTQ+ pride.
Group of men dressed in traditional Scottish attire playing bagpipes during a parade.
A diverse group of people participating in a parade, holding a large handmade banner that reads 'DISABILITY PRIDE' decorated with shamrocks and colorful letters, celebrating Disability Pride Month.
Two men embrace and share a kiss, with one wearing an Irish-themed sash and the other with short gray hair, glasses, and a green-and-black checkered scarf, outdoors on a street lined with parked cars and trees.
A man in a wheelchair and a young boy in a green Liverpool soccer jersey and hat sitting on his lap at an outdoor event on a city street with other pedestrians in the background.
A large group of women in blue outfits marching and playing drums during a parade or festival, with some wearing shamrock headbands and sunglasses.
A diverse group of people participating in a parade or march, holding banners for the City University of New York's LGBTQIA+ Consortium and advocating for public advocacy, with some wearing green and white scarves and hats.
Four young women standing together outdoors during a parade, wearing sashes and crowns, holding a rainbow flag, representing different titles in a beauty pageant, in a city street with buildings and spectators in the background.
A group of cheerleaders in red and blue uniforms with 'New York' written on them, walking with their arms raised in the street during a parade or event.
Group of parade participants in green costumes with fringe, wigs, and sunglasses, walking on a city street during daylight. One person is holding a sign from Colombia, and others are smiling and waving.

Past Grand Marshals & Special Guests

Close-up portrait of a middle-aged man with dark, curly hair, mustache, dressed in a light suit jacket and white shirt, outdoors with blurred city background.

Grand Marshal - Dennis Brownlee

Founder and president of African American Irish Diaspora Network

2024

A woman with shoulder-length curly brown hair and blue eyes, smiling, wearing a black leather jacket over a blue top, in an urban setting with blurred buildings and street lights in the background.

Grand Marshal - Geraldine Hughes

Actress

A woman wearing glasses and a patterned scarf standing in front of the European Union flag and another flag with green, white, and black stripes.

Special Guest - Helena Nolan

Consul General of Ireland

A headshot of a middle-aged man with short gray hair, blue eyes, and a friendly smile, wearing a dark suit, white shirt, and a striped tie, against a neutral background.

Special Guest - Jerry Buttimer

The Cathaoirleach, (The Leader of the Irish Senate)

Young woman wearing a sash that says 'Miss (or Queen) of Tralee,' sitting outdoors in a garden full of colorful flowers, smiling and waving.

Special Guest - Roisin Whiley

The Rose Tralee

A middle-aged man with curly gray hair, wearing glasses, a dark striped blazer, and a black t-shirt, standing against a blurred blue background.

Grand Marshal - Paul Muldoon Author and 2003 Pulitzer Prize winner and Irish musician

2023

A woman with shoulder-length blonde hair wearing a black leather jacket over a red and black striped shirt holding an electric bass guitar against a yellow textured background.

Grand Marshal - Cáit O’Riordan Radio host

A woman with short blonde hair and glasses smiling, standing in front of the European Union flag and a white flag with a green section.

Special Guest - Helena Nolan Consul General of Ireland

A smiling man with glasses wearing a suit, dress shirt, and red tie outdoors with trees and blue sky in the background.

Special Guest - Roderick O’Gorman, Ireland Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth . 

2022

Tarlach MacNiallais: An Irish immigrant, an LGBTQ-rights and disability-rights activist, and a long-time St. Pats For All board member. He passed away from COVID-19, and his family members served as Grand Marshalls of the parade held in his honor.

Tarlach MacNiallais

An Irish immigrant, an LGBTQ-rights and disability-rights activist, and a long-time St. Pats For All board member. He passed away from COVID-19, and his family members served as Grand Marshalls of the parade held in his honor.

2021

A smiling middle-aged man in a suit and tie standing indoors with a brick wall background.
A woman with long dark hair and pearl earrings, wearing a black blazer, smiling with red lipstick, standing in front of an American flag.

In March 2021, the Parade went virtual for the first time in history due to covid-19. New York City Councilman Daniel Dromm and Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez made guest appearances.

2020

An older man with a beard playing a guitar, wearing a dark jacket and a striped shirt, smiling slightly.

Mick Moloney

Non-profit group, Hour Children

2019

Close-up portrait of an elderly woman with curly white hair and blue eyes, wearing a light-colored patterned top, against a plain dark background.
Close-up of a middle-aged man with gray hair, a thick mustache, and beard, looking to the side.

Sean Curran

Dancer/Choreographer

Fionnula Flanagan

Irish stage, television, and film actress

2018

Close-up of a bald man wearing black glasses and a light blue checkered shirt, slightly smiling, against a plain background.
A woman with wavy blonde hair speaking into a microphone at a panel discussion. She is sitting at a table with a nameplate that reads 'Kathleen Sullivan,' a water bottle, and a plastic cup. The background is a dark stone wall.

Kathleen Sullivan

A nuclear-disarmament activist

Dan Barry

New York Times

2017

Close-up of an elderly man with white hair, glasses, and a friendly smile, wearing a black and brown striped scarf.

Phil Donahue

American media personality and writer

A woman with shoulder-length brown hair and a white lace top smiling while sitting in a wheelchair against a teal background.

Anastasia Somoza

International Disability Rights Advocate

2016

A smiling middle-aged man with short hair, a beard, wearing a navy blazer, white shirt, and a light scarf, standing outdoors against a blurred, weathered wall background.

Colum McCann

Irish Writer

A smiling elderly woman with blonde hair, wearing a green scarf, a dark outer garment, and earrings, outdoors in a crowded area.

Loretta Brennan

Chairman of the American Ireland Fund

2015

Close-up of a man with a beard and light-colored eyes, wearing a black tuxedo, at a formal event.

Brian F. O’Byrne

Irish Actor

A woman with blonde hair wearing a red top smiling at the camera against a plain light background.

Kerry Kennedy

Lawyer

2014

A middle-aged man with gray hair and glasses smiling outdoors in front of a brick building and a pedestrian crossing sign.

Thomas Duane

Former Member of New York City Council

A woman with short, wavy red hair and black glasses smiling

Terry McGovern

Human Rights Lawyer & Activist

2013

Close-up of a woman with dark hair smiling, showing her teeth.

Pauline Turley

Executive Director at the Irish Arts Center

A man with dark brown hair, a beard, and blue eyes wearing a dark blue suit jacket and a pink checkered shirt, smiling outdoors.

Aidan Connolly

2011

A woman with short blonde hair, wearing a necklace and a patterned top, standing indoors with a blurred background of a poster and other people.

Patricia Lewsley

Former Politician

A man in a formal military or naval dress uniform with gold shoulder epaulets, wearing glasses, smiling, with a background of trees with yellow leaves.

James P. Cullen: 1945-2017

United States Army

2010

A smiling woman with short gray hair, wearing a purple and black knitted jacket with a brooch, outside with a fence and trees in the background.

Sister Mary Lanning

President of  YES!Solutions, Inc. Insurance Activist

A middle-aged man in a suit and tie, smiling, in front of a brick wall.

Daniel Dromm

St Pat's for All Founder

2006

Front page of The Queens Courier newspaper featuring a photo of four men standing together outside, with the headline 'The Brothers McCourt' and a subheadline about a St. Patrick's Day parade.
Older man in red shirt and beige pants smiling on stage with bouquet, surrounded by a group of women and men.

The McCourt Brothers

A group of people dressed in colorful traditional Mexican folk costumes and costumes, some on stilts, standing in front of a building with a green awning labeled 'Woodside Plaza.'

We greatly appreciate the fabulous turnout of marching groups, bands, step dancers, LGBTQ organizations, peace groups, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, and so many children! We are especially honored by the joyous welcome we received from the people of Sunnyside and Woodside.

Two people, a woman and a man, smiling and posing for a photo at an outdoor St. Patrick's Day parade, wearing sashes that read 'St. Pat's Far All 2023' and '2023'. The woman is wearing sunglasses, a green hat, and a scarf, while the man is wearing glasses and a black jacket. There are many people and street signs in the background.

Special thanks to our 2023 Grand Marshals, superstar musician Cáit O'Riordan and Pulitzer Prize–winning poet Paul Muldoon, who opened the parade with a reading of his 1992 poem “A Clear Signal.”