- Be a practicing Roman Catholic, who is Irish or of Irish descent through either parent, or who is legally adopted by such.
- Be between 16 and 23 years of age.
- Never have been married and is childless.
- Have completed the official Biographical form and submit a $20.00 entry fee along with it.
- Have submitted all entry forms by Friday, February 14, 2026, to the chairperson: Maureen Kelly – 313.475.7405.
- Appear before the committee for an interview on Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 1:00 pm at the AOH Hall. Program is Saturday, February 21, 2026
- If you are selected, you are expected to appear at the 2026 events:
DATE | EVENT | TIME | PLACE |
| 2/22/26 | UIS Parade Kick-Off Party | 12:00 noon | Monaghan, Knights of Columbus |
| 3/13/2026 | Painting of the Shamrocks | 11:00 am | Gaelic League and then to the Plaza to paint the shamrocks. |
| 3/15/2026 | Parade Day Mass | 9:00 am | Most Holy Trinity Church, Corktown |
| 3/15/2026 | Detroit St. Patrick’s Parade | 1:00 pm | After Mass, dress warmly, and then find line up for parade, starting at Michigan and Sixth. |
| 3/17/2026 | St. Patrick’s Day Mass | 12:00 noon | Mass at AOH Hall, Redford |
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- You may enter the program multiple years, unless you are the 1st place winner. Once you are the 1st place winner you may not enter again.
PROGRAM JUDGING
Date & Time: | Date February 14, 2026 at 7:30 pm. Candidates must be at the hall no later than 6:30 pm. |
Place: | AOH Hall |
Basis of Selection: | Application, personality, knowledge of Irish heritage, poise and appearance. |
Selection Process: | A panel of independent judges will select three applicants for the positions of 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners. |