Kevin McGahern and Laura Nolan to lead Cavan parade

The county town’s parade will be led this year by a Cavan native who has danced his way into the hearts of the nation over the last couple of weeks.

Comedian Kevin McGahern will act as Grand Marshal for the day. Parade organiser Michael Mooney of the Slieve Rossa Bar says they are delighted to host the Gowna man who represented the county so well on Dancing With the Stars, despite getting voted off the show last weekend.

“He has been a great ambassador for Cavan over the years,” said Michael, adding that Kevin will be joined by his dancing partner Laura Nolan for the Cavan festivities.

The parade will start at the usual time of 12:30pm in the Tesco carpark, with all entrants requested to be at the starting point for 11:45am. The event will feature five marching bands. Entry to the parade is free and the best overall float will be awarded the Eddie Brady Memorial Cup.