Savannah Celebrates 2026 St. Patrick's Day Parade with Grand Marshal

Marty Hogan and wife Colleen reflect on the experience of leading the annual festivities.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 9:52pm

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The 2026 Savannah St. Patrick's Day Parade has come and gone, and 2026 Grand Marshal Marty Hogan and his wife Colleen joined WSAV to discuss the experience. Hogan even joked that he only recently got his voice back after the lively celebration.

Why it matters

The Savannah St. Patrick's Day Parade is a longstanding annual tradition that brings the community together to celebrate Irish heritage and culture. As Grand Marshal, Hogan played a central role in leading the festivities, which are an important part of the city's identity and calendar of events.

The details

Marty Hogan and his wife Colleen were selected as the Grand Marshals for the 2026 Savannah St. Patrick's Day Parade, a prestigious honor that involves leading the parade and representing the Irish community. Hogan joked that he is still recovering his voice after the energetic celebration.

  • The 2026 Savannah St. Patrick's Day Parade took place in March 2026.

The players

Marty Hogan

The 2026 Grand Marshal of the Savannah St. Patrick's Day Parade.

Colleen Hogan

The wife of 2026 Grand Marshal Marty Hogan.

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What they’re saying

“I only recently got my voice back.”

— Marty Hogan, 2026 Grand Marshal

The takeaway

The Savannah St. Patrick's Day Parade is a cherished annual tradition that celebrates the city's Irish heritage and brings the community together. As Grand Marshal, Marty Hogan and his wife Colleen played a central role in leading the festivities, which left a lasting impact on all who attended.