Photos: 59th annual Ocean View St. Patrick's Day Parade

The annual celebration in Norfolk's Ocean View neighborhood featured a parade with WWII submarine veterans.

Mar. 14, 2026 at 7:34pm

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The 59th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade took place along Granby Street in the Ocean View section of Norfolk on March 14, 2026. The parade featured a float with members of the Submarine Veterans of WWII carrying a banner that read "We Remember".

Why it matters

The St. Patrick's Day Parade is a long-standing tradition in the Ocean View neighborhood of Norfolk, celebrating the area's Irish heritage and community. The inclusion of the Submarine Veterans of WWII float honors the service and sacrifice of those who served during World War II.

The details

The parade featured a variety of floats, marching bands, and community groups celebrating Irish culture and Norfolk's history. The Submarine Veterans of WWII float stood out, with members riding on the float and carrying a banner to remember their fallen comrades.

  • The 59th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade took place on March 14, 2026.

The players

Submarine Veterans of WWII

A group of veterans who served on submarines during World War II.

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The takeaway

The St. Patrick's Day Parade in Norfolk's Ocean View neighborhood continues to be a cherished annual tradition, bringing the community together to celebrate its Irish heritage and honor the service of local veterans.