Can you believe it's already March? Probably not with the temps remaining at 0, but that will (hopefully) change soon. Regardless of the weather, we know there will be at least one thing to celebrate this month; St. Patrick's Day!
Did you know that Saint Paul held Minnesota's first St. Patrick's Day parade? The year was 1851 and there were 300 participants. The tradition continues today as Saint Paul hosts the 48th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade on March 17th! Going to the parade is a given (it is one of the most decorated in the nation), but there are plenty of other activities leading up to St. Patrick's Day that you won't want to miss. We've collected all of the St. Patrick's Day festivities, so you can pick and choose the ones to attend! (Read all the way to the end for tips you won't want to miss!)
March 12th - 16th
World's Worst Irish Tenor (March 12)
Who can hurt the audiences ears the most? Find out at the annual World's Worst Irish Tenor Contest featuring the Blarney Brothers Band
7:00pm, St. Paul, MN: Mancini's
Miss Shamrock (March 14)
Who will be Miss Shamrock for 2014? Find out at the coronation ceremony at O'Gara's!
6:00pm, St. Paul, MN: O'Gara's Bar & Grill
Kickin' It Irish (March 14 - 16)
An Irish dance and live music performance featuring O'Shea Irish Dance and the Two Tap Trio.
7:00pm, St. Paul, MN: Celtic Junction
Kick off your St. Patrick's Day weekend with some exercise (you'll want an excuse to party later) by participating in the Get Lucky Half Marathon & 7K Here are your options:
7k: 9:00am, Minneapolis, MN: The Depot Renaissance <-- (map)
21K: 8:30am, St. Paul, MN: The Union Depot <-- (map)
James J. Hill's wife was of Irish descent (her parents came from Ireland). This tour explores her Irish history and the Irish workers around her.
March 15: 10:00am - 3:30pm
March 16: 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Reservations recommended
Irish Day of Dance (March 16)
Enjoy lively Celtic music and authentic vendors. One of St. Paul's best traditions!
11:00am - 5:00pm, St. Paul, MN: The Landmark Center
March 17th - The Big Day!
Join thousands in Downtown St. Paul for one of the longest running and most decorated St. Patrick's Day parades in the nation!
The Parade is sponsored by the St. Patrick's Association, Inc. which is also selling official Parade buttons that qualify you for a chance to win a trip to Ireland!
Sponsored by The Irish Music and Dance Association (IMDA), this event is all things Irish! From Irish music and dancers to Irish food and crafts, they really have it all, which makes this a great family event! View the whole schedule by clicking on the link above.
Right in the heart of Downtown St. Paul, 7 bars and restaurants will provide endless entertainment for the day. Learn more by clicking the link above.
Led by the Brian Boru Pipe Band, this Parade begins at 3:30pm and ends at 3:35pm. All we welcome! Participants get an official World's Shortest Parade button. Meet in O'Gara's parking lot at 3:30.
The following St. Paul pubs/bars also have plenty of St. Patrick's Day festivities.
- Bennett's Chop & Railhouse
- Casper's & Runyon's Nook/Shamrocks
- O'Gara's Bar & Grill
- The Dubliner Pub
- All Pubs/Restaurants listed for the West 7th Street Festival
Celebrate responsibly and get a free ride on buses, light rail, or Northstar on St. Patrick's Day. Thank's Metro Transit!
Enjoy!
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