Carmen Electra to Headline World’s Shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Arkansas

February is about done, which means it's on to March and to Hot Springs, Arkansas, for one of the most beloved events of the year. The First Ever 23rd Annual World’s Shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Tuesday, March 17, 2026.

23rd Annual World’s Shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Hot Springs

What makes this one-of-a-kind St. Patrick's Day parade so unique is that it's held on the world’s shortest street, 98 feet long. Bridge Street is in the heart of the historic district in downtown Hot Springs National Park.

Grand Marshal Carmen Electra

Call it the luck of the Irish, but this parade has become so popular that nationally known celebrities from far and wide come here to participate. This year, the 2026 World’s Shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade Grand Marshal is Carmen Electra.

This multi-talented celebrity model, singer, actress, and entrepreneur is best known for playing Lani McKenzie in the hit television series "Baywatch." She's also had starring roles in "Scary Movie" and "Good Burger 2," and even launched her own skincare brand, ELECTRA Skincare.

Official Parade Starter Host Matt Iseman  NBC's American Ninja Warriors

The Official Parade Starter this year will be none other than television host Matt Iseman of the three-time Emmy -nominated NBC TV reality show "American Ninja Warrior." The former doctor-turned-entertainment guru has entertained fans from all over the world with his affable personality.

See the NFL's Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders

One of the most popular celebrity guests appearing at The World’s Shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade is the infamous Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders. The awe-inspiring cheerleaders have been revving up the crowds every year since 2013, except in 2020-2021 when COVID hit.

Former Legendary Chicago Bears Hall of Famer Dan Hampton

From the sports world, a College and Pro Football Hall of Famer, Dan Hampton, who earned all-American honors while playing for the University of Arkansas Razorbacks from 1975 to 1978, then went on to have a stellar career with the NFL's Chicago Bears from 1980 to 1990, including playing in the legendary 1985 Super Bowl. He was nicknamed "Danimal" for the way he played a bruising defensive style on the field.

Savannah Bananas "Dancing Umpire," Vincent "Vinny" Chapman

Get ready for a good time as the Savannah Bananas "Dancing Umpire," Vincent "Vinny" Chapman, a Texarkana native, brings his high-octane energy, humor, and unruly dance moves to parade goers in Hot Springs.

Live Music From the 80s Themed Band The Molly Ringwalds 6:30 PM

What would the "World’s Shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade" be without live musical entertainment? Get ready to welcome back fan-favorites, The Molly Ringwalds, and dice up some "80s Style Jams" following the parade at 6:30 PM for a FREE concert.

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The World’s Shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade is recognized by Ripley's Believe It or Not, celebrating the shortest street in use today. It's a zany, outrageous parade that showcases Marching Irish Elvis Impersonators, "thank you, thank you very much,"  crazy floats, a Zero-K Race, and the "World's Largest Leprechaun."

This year, the World’s Shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade King and Queen are King Monte Everhart, who is famously known as the World's Largest Leprechaun, and Queen JoAnn Mangione, the editor behind the local Springs Magazine.

You don't have to be Irish to enjoy the 23rd World’s Shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade, but come dressed in green and get ready to party on the World's Shortest Street, all 98 feet long on Bridge Street, Tuesday, March 17, in Hot Springs, Arkansas.

Believe me, it's worth the road trip for a day you'll never forget.

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