The City, in partnership with The Peterson Companies and rio, will host the 23rd Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade at rio, located at Rio Boulevard and Grand Corner Avenue. Free parking will be available in three garages along Washingtonian Boulevard.

Dozens of units will march in the parade, including Celtic dancers, bagpipe bands, school groups, fire trucks, equestrian units, service organizations, characters, and more. Claudia Chitty, Board Member of Soroptimist International of Upper Montgomery County, will serve as this year's Grand Marshal. The parade will be emceed by Carolyn Muller, Director of Parks, Recreation and Culture.

Participation in the St. Patrick's Day Parade by groups or organizations other than City of Gaithersburg officials, departments or committees does not constitute City of Gaithersburg endorsement.

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