Bayonne Names Margaret McGarvey Grand Marshal of St. Patrick's Day Parade

McGarvey's Irish roots, community impact, and parade details

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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The Bayonne St. Patrick's Day Parade Committee has selected Margaret McGarvey as the Grand Marshal for this year's parade. McGarvey has been actively involved with the parade and other Irish cultural organizations in the community for over a decade, serving in various leadership roles.

Why it matters

The selection of the Grand Marshal is an important tradition that honors an individual who has made significant contributions to the local Irish community. McGarvey's long history of involvement and leadership in Bayonne's Irish organizations makes her a fitting choice to lead the parade.

The details

McGarvey's maternal lineage is from counties Mayo and Tyrone, and her paternal lineage is from Donegal. She has been part of the Parade Committee since 2013, serving as the Cultural Coordinator until 2024 when she took over the position of Treasurer. She is also one of the founding members of the Bayonne Shamrock Society and currently serves as Treasurer. In 2014, McGarvey was honored as the club's Aide to the Grand Marshal, and she has been involved with other Irish organizations in the city, including the United Irish of Bayonne and the Bayonne Irish Festival Committee.

  • McGarvey will lead the Bayonne St. Patrick's Day Parade on March 17, 2026.
  • McGarvey has been part of the Parade Committee since 2013.

The players

Margaret McGarvey

The Grand Marshal of the 2026 Bayonne St. Patrick's Day Parade, with deep Irish roots and a long history of involvement in the city's Irish cultural organizations.

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What they’re saying

“Irish eyes were smiling on Bayonne just hours before an historic blizzard bore down.”

— Al Sullivan, Author (tapinto.net)

What’s next

The Bayonne St. Patrick's Day Parade will take place on March 17, 2026, with Margaret McGarvey leading the march up Broadway.

The takeaway

The selection of Margaret McGarvey as the Grand Marshal of the Bayonne St. Patrick's Day Parade highlights the importance of community involvement and preserving Irish heritage in the city. Her long-standing commitment to various Irish organizations and cultural events makes her a fitting choice to lead this year's parade.