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Shenanigans on parade in downtown Milton
The Durning Mummers String Band has been performing since 1935 and is a favorite each year in the Milton St. Patrick’s Day Parade. The 16th annual parade, coordinated by Irish Eyes Pub & Restaurant, kicked off at 2 p.m., March 10. RON MACARTHUR PHOTOS
March 11, 2024
Milton was the setting for a blustery Sunday celebration March 10, as the 16th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade rolled through town.
The owners of Irish Eyes in Milton, which opened in downtown in 2006, were looking for a way to give back to the community, and the idea for a parade was born. The first parade had 12 entries and raised $1,000.
Last year, with more than 75 participants, Irish Eyes donated $24,000 to its three beneficiaries. This year’s recipients include Milton Chamber of Commerce, Milton Community Foundation and Milton Fire Department. This year’s presenting sponsors were Irish Eyes Pub & Restaurant, Atlantic Refrigeration & Air Conditioning and Dogfish Head.
Parade grand marshal Jack Hudson waves to the crowd. Hudson is a longtime volunteer, and former mayor and fire chief.
The Ladies Ancient Order of Hiberians, Sussex County chapter, is dressed in the traditional colors of Ireland.
The Delaware State Police Pipes & Drums perform for the judges as they make a stop on Union Street in downtown Milton.
Members of the Milton Garden Club (l-r) Betty Ann Dawson Christ and Cheryl Kudrick spread some sunshine as they walk the parade route.
A large inflatable leprechaun rides on the back of the Clendaniel’s Plumbing & Heating by Atlantic Refrigeration float.
Sen. Brian Pettyjohn, R-Georgetown, drives one of the Chorman family tractors.
Dogfish Head staff are having a great time as they give away lots of swag on the parade route.
Milton Mayor John Collier hands out beads as he takes part in the Milton St. Patrick’s Day Parade.
The Cape Henlopen JROTC Honor Guard leads the Milton parade.
It wouldn’t be a Milton St. Patrick’s Day Parade without Todd Allen skateboarding through downtown.
Atlantic Refrigeration & Air always has colorful parade floats, and this year’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade is no exception.
Erika Caldwell of Lewes gives her dog, Jesse James, a ride in the parade.
Community Bank Delaware parade participants ride under an inflatable rainbow.
Members of the McAleer-Paulson Irish School of Dance perform for the judges on the parade route.
Community Bank of Delaware President and CEO Jack Riddle has probably marched the most miles in local parades than any person. He added another Milton parade to his mileage.
The Cape Henlopen High School Band takes part in the annual St. Patrick’s Day tradition in Milton.
The Sussex Technical High School Raven Nation Marching Band is a crowd favorite.
Irish Eyes Pub & Restaurant, with locations in Milton and Lewes, has organized the parade since it started.
The Delaware State Police Mounted Patrol takes part in many local parades, including the annual Milton St. Patrick’s Day Parade.
John Hoffman plays the national anthem on his trumpet to kick off the parade.
Penelope Vasta-Kern, 3, is not even close to driving age, but her sign is funny.
A large American flag waves over downtown Milton atop a Milton Fire Department ladder truck.
County Bank, one of the parade sponsors, takes part in the annual St. Paddy’s Day event in downtown Milton.
What would a local parade be without some really great cars, including members of the Beachcombers Corvette Club.
Steampunk? Milton Liquors’ float contains some very unusual participants.
Clem LeGates of Milton takes his one-of-kind steam-engine boat on land and water to participate in parades,.
Milton Police lead the way as the 16th annual Milton St. Patrick’s Day Parade kicks off with a blast from the fire department’s xxxx
