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Grand Marshal’s Brunch & Award Presentation

The Parade Committee  & guests gathered at the Optimist Cafe in Yarmouthport to honor the Grand Marshal USS Constitution Commander Billie J Farrell and the award winners at a brunch where the following were presented:

Kenny McGilvray Solid Man Award–  This award is given for untiring community support and enhancement of people’s lives on Cape Cod-the St Patrick’s Parade Committee proudly presented this award to  Yarmouth Police Chief Frank Frederickson

Parade Mayor-this award is  given to an individual who has made an amazing impact on our Cape Cod community. The  Parade Committee proudly presented this award to Dawn Roche

General Thomas Francis Meagher Award-  This Award is presented to the individual who has distinguished him or herself in a manner that sets them apart from others. The award is named after Irish Born Thomas Francis Meagher. who joined the US Army and rose to the rank of Brigadier General. The Committee proudly presents this award to  Freeman Johnson- a Navy Veteran stationed on the USS St Louis during the attack on Pearl Harbor. In September 1945, he witnessed the Japanese in Tokyo Bay.  He was 1/2 up the lookout mast of the USS Iowa and he could see the treat being signed on the USS Missouri about a half mile away. 

In addition to his award- and a nice surprise- Commander Farrell presented Freeman with her USS Constitution challenge coin in recognition of service to his country.

The Committee also recognized the “Irish Man & Woman of the Year” – Paul Silman and Melissa Bateman. 

Heartfelt thanks to all our dedicated  volunteers, who keep the Cape Cod St Patrick’s Parade alive and in our hearts, their contribution to the Parade is unmeasured. 

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2022 Grand Marshal

The 17th Annual Cape Cod St Patrick’s Parade will take place on March 5, 2022 at 11:00am

Talk about LUCK of the IRISH !!

We Have VERY Exciting News!! You do NOT want to miss this Parade!
The 2022 Cape Cod St Patrick’s Parade Grand Marshall will be …

Commander Billie J. Farrell, of the USS Constitution

On January 21, 2022, Commander Billie J Farrell became The USS Constitution’s 77th commanding officer, and first woman to serve as commanding officer in the ships 224 year history. Commander Farrell is a native of Paducah, Kentucky and is a 2004 graduate of the US Naval Academy. Over the years, Commander Farrell has had many Naval assignments including, USS Vella Gulf and USS San Jacinto. She then returned to the US Naval Academy as deputy director for professional development. From here, Commander Farrell was assigned to the Commander, Naval Surface Forces Atlantic, as the deputy. Most recently, she was executive officer aboard USS Vicksburg.

As of February 2021, Commander Farrell had received 2 Meritoriuos Service Medals, 4 Navy and Marine Corp Commendation Medals, and 3 Meritorious Unit Commendations!

The USS Constitution, also known as Old Ironsides, is the worlds oldest commissioned warship still afloat. This ship was built in Boston’s North End. It played a crucial role in the war of 1812, and defended sea lanes from 1797 until 1855. It was undefeated in battle!

Here’s a little known fact! This historic ship has ties to Cape Cod. Captain John
Percival of West Barnstable MA, was the only captain of the USS Constitution to circumnavigate the globe. The USS Constitution is now docked in Charlestown, MA.
We are so honored to have Commander Farrell leading our 2022 parade!

So Lets give Commander Billie J Farrell , her family and the ships crew, a GREAT BIG CAPE COD IRISH WELCOME on parade day, and congratulate her on this wonderful accomplishment as the first Woman Commander of the USS Constitution.

Sincerely,
Desmond J. Keogh
Chairman
Cape Cod St Patrick’s Parade Committee

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St. Patrick’s Parade in September

With the GREEN light from the Massachusetts reopening guidelines, we are excited to be moving forward with our 16th Annual Cape Cod St. Patrick’s Parade.

The parade will take place on Saturday September 18, 2021.

This year we have decided to forgo recognizing just person as our “Grand Marshall”. We are dedicating the parade to ALL of our ESSENTIAL workers as well as our first responders and front line workers who helped us get through the unprecedented times of the Covid-19 pandemic.

This AMAZING group of people went to work tirelessly, day after day, month after month, masked, gloved and at times in full body suits, not knowing what NEW challenges the day would bring. The list of essential workers includes (but not restricted to) the following:, grocery store workers,  USPS , delivery truck drivers, tradesmen and women, restaurant workers, teachers, nursing care facility personnel, all health care workers, all public works personnel, along with all Police, Firefighters, and all first responders.

We invite ALL of you to join us in the parade. You are welcome to travel the parade route in a “company ” vehicle, (decorated for our St. Patrick’s Day in September Celebration). If you prefer, you can walk with your fellow workers (Wearing your GREEN), and carry your banner to let us know who you are so we can ALL say a great big, IRISH THANK YOU !

This will be a GREAT day to celebrate the IRISH and all of these OUTSTANDING members of our Cape Cod Community!

So line the parade route on Sept 18, 2021, wear your green, put a “Shamrock” smile on your face, and get a chance to just say “THANK YOU!”

As always, there will be lots of excitement and plenty of surprises in store for you!
In an effort to give back to our community, all businesses and organizations who participated and supported us in the 2020 parade, are welcome to walk in the September parade, free of charge. It’s our way of saying THANK YOU!’

All businesses organizations , walkers, sponsors and float applicants who wish to participate in the parade this year, please click this form here.

Stay Safe & Thank you for your continued support!

The Cape Cod St Patrick’s Parade Committee
Desmond Keogh– Chairman

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Marching on

Who Is Ready for A PARADE??
We have some promising NEWS for 2021!!!
IF parades are allowed to take place as part of the State of Massachusetts
reopening plan by Sept 2021, continuing on with what has become a wonderful
Cape Cod tradition, The 16th annual Cape Cod St Patrick’s Parade will take place on Saturday Sept 18, 2021-

Tell your friends and family to SAVE THE DATE.
As always, there will be lots of excitement and plenty of surprises in store for you!
Please continue to check our Facebook page or website for more details and updates as
we get closer to Parade Day 2021.

We Look forward to seeing ALL of you wearing your green along the (slightly
warmer) parade route in September 2021-

May your day be touched by a bit of Irish Luck, brightened by a song in your Heart and warmed by the smiles of the people you love

Happy St. Patrick’s Day 2021 !!

Stay Safe & Thank you for your continued support!
The Cape Cod St Patrick’s Parade Committee
Desmond Keogh- Chairman

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Raining on our parade, see you in 2022!

It is with regret that we inform you the 2021 parade will not go on this March. We are blessed to have had spent this past March with you before everything shutdown. Stay safe and healthy and stay tuned for some fun announcements in the new year. #seeyoulater2020 #parade #ccspp #thankyou #newyear

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2020 Grand Marshals

The 15th Annual Cape Cod St. Patrick’s Parade will be led by WWII Veterans as our Grand Marshals.  

This year, the Parade’s 15th anniversary is a very special one honoring the Greatest Generation~ WW2 Veterans- our Grand Marshals, to whom, like all veterans, we owe our freedom. The parade has grown exponentially over the years and is now considered one of the premiere events not only on Cape Cod but all of New England, drawing tens of thousands of spectators each year.

A small group of dedicated committee members work tirelessly year-round to plan, promote, and produce the Parade. The Parade Committee would like to express our sincere gratitude to those who help us make the Parade possible- from our local business sponsors to individuals, to volunteers, and of course, all the Parade participants and spectators, who truly make the Parade a “Day of Magic”.

Sincerely,

Desmond Keogh
Chairman, 2020 St Patrick’s Parade