Greenport Fire Department's 178th Washington's Day Parade Kicks Off

GREENPORT, NY — A beloved annual tradition is back this year in Greenport as the 178th annual Washington's Birthday Parade steps off at 1 p.m. on Saturday, February 18.

The event brings fire departments and crowds from across Long Island for one of the oldest and largest parades in the region. With sirens sounding, horns and bells ringing, and bagpipes delighting onlookers, the parade, organized by the Greenport Fire Department, delights the crowd before ending with hot dogs and clam chowder at the Third Street Firehouse.

The parade holds years of memories for Greenport residents, who recall the days when a dance used to be held at the American Legion after the festivities, drawing a crowd of women in gowns and a night of fun. Others remember the firefighter drills and competitions fondly.

The parade wends its way through the village along Front Street, then to Third St, ending at the firehouse.