It was out of the growth of the Zeus St. Patrick’s Day Marching Club that the Louisiana Irish-Italian Parade was born. The Zeus Marchers were asked to not return to the Metairie St. Patrick’s Day Parade, as they had "grown too large". That’s when Eddie’s vision came to life, and he was soon on a mission. Albeit his heritage was Irish, he had an affection for his Italian friends as well. He went to Jefferson Parish President, Joe Yenni and told him of his vision. He asked Mr. Yenni if he would support an Irish and Italian parade as, “Its About Time” that the two heritages got together. Mr. Yenni agreed.
In 1983 The First Annual Irish–Italian Parade rolled on the streets of Jefferson Parish. As a result of the dedication and participation of many people in the metropolitan area, Eddie’s vision lives on!
The 30th Annual Louisiana Irish-Italian Parade will roll on
Sunday March 18th, 2012 at 12:00 noon.
Parade Route - we exit Clearview shopping Center from the rear lining up on Houma Boulevard. The parade starts on Veterans heading East to Severn, turns Northbound on Severn to 17th, turns South on Severn back to Veterans, turns East on Veterans ending at Martin Behrman.