St. Patrick鈥檚 Day is coming, and while there鈥檚 plenty of celebrations happening at local bars, those events aren鈥檛 always suitable for families with young kids to enjoy.
Luckily, there are plenty of family-friendly St. Patrick鈥檚 Day parades, parties, and events around metro Detroit to choose from. Here are details on some of those events.
St. Patrick鈥檚 Day in the Park
The St. Clair Shores Parks & Recreation Department is hosting this St. Paddy鈥檚 event, which will feature live musical entertainment by Brother Crow and food trucks including BBQ Daddy, Detroit House of Mac, Little Brothers Burgers, Pablo鈥檚 Tacos, and more. Beer for the adults, too. March 9. No cost. Blossom Heath Park, ; .
Royal Oak St. Patrick鈥檚 Day Parade
After a three-year hiatus, Royal Oak鈥檚 St. Patrick鈥檚 Day tradition is returning this year. Wear your green garb and line up along North Washington Ave. to see area bands, dance teams, floats, and other displays make their way through town during this celebration.听March 16. No cost for admission. Along North Washington Ave. between W. 7th St. and Willis Ave., Downtown Royal Oak; .听
Leprechaun Days
Kids can collect gold coins hidden in the shops throughout the village. There will also be free bounce houses, magic shows throughout the day, and Irish dancers. Plus, the world鈥檚 largest Irish Coffee Mug. March 16. $5 admission. Canterbury Village, ; .
2024 Shamrocks & Shenanigans
Help raise funds for the Save A Heart organization, which benefits patients at the Michigan Congenital Heart Center at C.S. Mott Children鈥檚 Hospital. Adults can race in the 5k, and kids can participate in the 1k Kids鈥 Dash. Prizes include custom medals for all finishers. March 12. $16 to $18 for the Kids鈥 Dash, $29 to $34 for the 5k. Starts at Conor O鈥橬eills, ; .听
St. Patrick鈥檚 Party for Kids
Livonia Parks and Recreation is hosting an afternoon of St. Patrick鈥檚 Day-themed stories, snacks, and crafts at the Alexander Blue House in Greenmead Historical Park. This green-themed party begins at 2 p.m., making it a great way to celebrate the kids鈥 day off from school. Registration is required for this program. March 8. $10 for residents, $12 for nonresidents. Alexander Blue House, ; .
Lucky Van Gough St. Patty鈥檚 Day
Painting with a Twist in Ferndale is offering a family painting class this St. Patrick鈥檚 Day for $33 per person. All participants will get one 16脳20 canvas and a plethora of paint to create shamrock-themed masterpieces. Painters of any age are welcome, but alcohol is not permitted at this event. Registration is required. March 17, 2-4 p.m. Painting with a Twist, ; .
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This post has been updated for 2024.听
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