St. Patrick’s Day is coming, and while there’s plenty of celebrations happening at local bars, those events aren’t always suitable for families with young kids to enjoy.
Luckily, there are plenty of family-friendly St. Patrick’s Day parades, parties, and events around metro Detroit to choose from. Here are details on some of those events.
St. Patrick’s Day in the Park
The St. Clair Shores Parks & Recreation Department is hosting this St. Paddy’s event, which will feature live musical entertainment by Brother Crow and food trucks including BBQ Daddy, Detroit House of Mac, Little Brothers Burgers, Pablo’s Tacos, and more. Beer for the adults, too. March 9. No cost. Blossom Heath Park, 24800 Jefferson Ave., St. Clair Shores; facebook.com.
Royal Oak St. Patrick’s Day Parade
After a three-year hiatus, Royal Oak’s St. Patrick’s 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. March 16. No cost for admission. Along North Washington Ave. between W. 7th St. and Willis Ave., Downtown Royal Oak; royaloakstpatricksdayparade.org.
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’s largest Irish Coffee Mug. March 16. $5 admission. Canterbury Village, 2359 Joslyn Court, Lake Orion; canterburyvillage.com.
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’s Hospital. Adults can race in the 5k, and kids can participate in the 1k Kids’ Dash. Prizes include custom medals for all finishers. March 12. $16 to $18 for the Kids’ Dash, $29 to $34 for the 5k. Starts at Conor O’Neills, 318 S. Main St., Ann Arbor; runshamrocks.com.
St. Patrick’s Party for Kids
Livonia Parks and Recreation is hosting an afternoon of St. Patrick’s 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’ day off from school. Registration is required for this program. March 8. $10 for residents, $12 for nonresidents. Alexander Blue House, 20501 Newburgh Road, Livonia; secure.rec1.com.
Lucky Van Gough St. Patty’s Day
Painting with a Twist in Ferndale is offering a family painting class this St. Patrick’s Day for $33 per person. All participants will get one 16×20 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, 200 W. Nine Mile Road, Ferndale; paintingwithatwist.com.
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This post has been updated for 2024.
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