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Yahoo
27-03-2025
- Yahoo
Irish Channel St. Patrick's Day parade officially cancels roll
NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — The rescheduled Irish Channel St. Patrick's Day parade has officially been canceled. On Thursday, March 27, parade officials reported that after monitoring the weather, which is expected to bring storms and the possibility of lightning, the club has decided to cancel citing the public's safety. Bourbon Street frequenters open to French Quarter being pedestrian-only 'This is a disappointing outcome, especially after the long and complex process of rescheduling this year's parade,' said Dickie Burke, president of the Irish Channel St. Patrick's Day Club. 'We are incredibly grateful to everyone who supported the effort and helped us get this far.' The parade was originally set to roll on St. Patrick's Day weekend but due to high winds and rain, the krewe set the new date for March 29. Officials add that tremendous coordination went into gaining the necessary approval and handling logistics. Where Y'at this Weekend: Food Fight, Home & Garden Show, Brews, Boils & Bubbles, Rhythm's Fest We also wish to congratulate and recognize our 2025 parade honorees: Grand Marshal Raymond 'Randy' King Jr., Man of the Year James E. 'Jimmy' Kuhn, Queen Bree Rafferty, and her court. We thank the entire New Orleans community for its continued support and understanding. We look forward to returning in 2026 with renewed energy and the same Irish Channel spirit that's kept this tradition alive for nearly 80 years. Irish Channel parade officialsOfficials testify about DC plane crash New Orleans Police Department officer arrested, accused of stalking Here are the international students and faculty known to be targeted by ICE New auto tariffs spark backlash, global trade tensions escalate Violin thief-turned-bank robber sentenced to 4 years in prison Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
20-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Irish Channel St. Patrick's Day Parade sets official roll date
NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Officials with the Irish Channel St. Patrick's Day Parade have set a new roll date. After being canceled and rescheduled due to bad weather, the krewe will get the chance to parade through the channel on Saturday, March 29. 'Unsinkable Stars' on stage for Mount Carmel's Spring Musical Parade officials say this will 'mark a significant milestone for one of New Orleans' most beloved traditions.' 'This has been one of the more challenging approvals we've ever faced in the history of the parade. The fact that we were able to make this happen is a testament to the commitment of our city, our leaders, and our community to preserving this rich tradition,' said President of the Irish Channel St. Patrick's Day Club Dick Burke. Burke said the ability to move forward wouldn't have been possible without the ' the tireless efforts and cooperation of city leaders, state officials, and local organizations working to secure permission and logistics.' Where Y'at this Weekend: Bourbon Fest, Louisiana Crawfish Festival, Alvin Ailey's American Dance Theater, Bicentennial Bash The parade starts at 1 p.m., at the corner or Magazine and Felicity streets and will end at Jackson Avenue and Annunciation Channel St. Patrick's Day Parade sets official roll date 'Unsinkable Stars' on stage for Mount Carmel's Spring Musical Are you earning enough to 'live comfortably' in your city? Here's what it takes Trump backs higher pay for wildland firefighters while DOGE cuts staff More than 80% of cannabis users admit to driving within hours of consuming: report Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
