The Westhampton Beach St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee is pleased to announce that George Vickers has been named the grand marshal for the 2027 Westhampton Beach St. Patrick’s Day Parade.

George’s profound dedication to public service, extensive record of volunteerism and lifelong commitment to our local community make him the ideal candidate to lead our parade next year. He perfectly represents the Parade Committee’s long history of community service-minded grand marshals who have led our parades since 1968.

A 15th-generation Long Islander whose local roots trace back centuries, George’s lifelong dedication to the greater Westhampton Beach community embodies the very spirit of our parade.

A Westhampton Beach High School alumnus, George served over 35 years as a volunteer firefighter with the Westhampton Beach Fire Department, ultimately reaching the rank of chief. His community involvement proved important during several historic crises, including the 1995 Sunrise Wildfires and recovery efforts following TWA Flight 800, just to name a few.

Beyond emergency service, George mentored youth and has volunteered his time serving on various boards, recently finishing 12 years on the Board of Directors for the Westhampton Country Club. His quiet generosity is evident across our town — from assisting the community with his construction business to generously supporting many local charitable initiatives.