St.Patrick's Day Weekend Celebrations
This event will kick off the big weekend with the introduction of the Irish Mother of the Year, Grand Parade Marshal and Scholarship Winner along with musical entertainment.
Admission
- Admission is an annual membership to the St. Patrick Society available at the door for $15
- Ages 15 & Under: Free
Parade Bash occurs after Grand Parade and features live Irish music and other entertainment, food, awarding of parade trophies, Irish memorabilia and more. Pride in Irish heritage and a spirit of celebration abound.
The Gathering of the Clan Luncheon:
Friday, March 15th, Doors open for the luncheon at 11:00am. This is the beginning of THE weekend with the Introduction of the Irish Mother of the Year and Grand Marshal of Grand Parade. Also on the agenda will be St. Patrick Society scholarship awards recipients. This event will kick off the big weekend and will include musical entertainment.
The Grand Parade and Mass:
Saturday, March 16th, the Grand Parade XXVIII commences with 10:00 Mass at St. Mary's Church in Rock Island, Ill. The Grand Parade begins at 23rd St. and 4th Avenue, Rock Island, Ill. proceeds through downtown Rock Island, Ill. and crosses the Mississippi River to downtown Davenport, Iowa. It starts at 11:30 and ends at 1:30pm.
Post Parade Bash:
Saturday March 16th, River Center, 136 E. Third St., Davenport, Iowa. The St. Patrick Society Post Parade Bash occurs after Grand Parade. Doors open at 1:00 pm.
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