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Annual Emerald Ball
will be held on Sat. Feb 21, 2026
Sponsored by:
The Dutchess County
St. Patrick's Parade Committee
The Emerald Ball officially begins our parade season. It usually takes place on the second Saturday of February. It is a semi-formal event with dinner, dancing, entertainment and raffles. At the Emerald Ball the parade Grand Marshal is introduced and receives their special sash.
Presentation of 2026
Grand Marshal Dr. Dennis Murray
will occur on Saturday,
February 21
at
Poughkeepsie Elks Lodge #375
29 Overocker Road
Poughkeepsie
Cash Bar - 6:00 pm
Dinner at - 7:00 pm
Menu: Roast Beef, Chicken or
Vegetarian upon request
Entertainment by: Sheridan Ruitin
Tickets:
For information or tickets please call:
Trish Costello 845-297-0800 or
Bridget Costello 845-444-4939
Email: dcsppc13@gmail.com
Tickets available Now
Please follow all CDC guidelines
Advance Sales Only, NO tickets at the door
Ticket Cut-Off Date is January 31st
A great way to support the Dutchess County St. Patrick's Parade if you cannot attend the Emerald Ball is to take out a Journal Ad. This helps pay for the cost of the bands and the insurance necessary for this parade.
Please click on the link and send in your ad no later than the first Saturday in February. We appreciate your support.