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Chicago St. Patrick's Day 2013 events and parades
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A complete listing of Chicagoland's St. Patrick's Day parades, community happenings and special events. Check back for updated listings.
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Chicago St. Patrick's Day ParadeFREE
Riverwalk | ChicagoMarch 16 (Saturday) , 10 a.m. dyeing; noon parade
Chicago takes "green city living" to the next level with its annual dyeing of the Chicago River at 10 a.m. Stake out your spot along the riverwalk, Michigan Avenue or Wacker Avenue early, and learn more about the tradition.
Then stick around to watch the parade, which kicks-off at noon at Balbo and Columbus.
St. Patrick’s Day Festival and Celebration
Irish American Heritage Center | ChicagoMarch 16 - March 17 (Saturday) , 1 p.m.-midnight Saturday; noon-midnight Sunday
Saturday includes traditional and contemporary Irish music, dance, food and children's activities and Sunday features food and drink for purchase, face painting for children, live music and dance.
St. Patricks Day Cruise
Shoreline Sightseeing Architecture Cruises | ChicagoMarch 16, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Celebrate a Chicago tradition on the green-for-a-day Chicago River. Cruise includes a traditional Irish buffet featuring corned beef and cabbage with all the trimmings, as well as Irish favorites from the cash bar. Guides present a special tour highlighting the role of the Irish in the growth of Chicago.
St. Patrick’s Day Festival and Celebration
St. Patrick’s Day Festival and Celebration | ChicagoMarch 16 - March 17 (Saturday) , 1 p.m.-midnight Saturday; noon-midnight Sunday
Saturday includes traditional and contemporary Irish music, dance, food and children's activities and Sunday features food and drink for purchase, face painting for children, live music and dance.
Top O' the Morning
The Wishcraft Workshop | ChicagoMarch 16, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Stop by the workshop for a Top O' the Morning class for kids, where they're sure to make the best leprechaun this side of the Atlantic. Class starts at 10:30.
Little Leprechauns Parent-Child Program
Cantigny Park | WheatonMarch 15, 1-2 p.m.
This early St. Patrick's Day celebration will include stories, fun crafts and a special treat. For ages 3 to 5. Register at Cantigny.org or call 630.260.8162.
Shamrock Shindig and Pasta Dinner
Komarek School PTA | North RiversideMarch 15, 4-8 p.m.
Celebrate St Patrick's Day with a pasta dinner, sundae bar, raffles, bake sale, silent auction, kids' activities, and a sneak peak at the school musical.
Leprechaun Hunt
Bartlett Nature Center | BartlettMarch 12, 3:30-5 p.m.
Help solve some riddles and do a craft to take home.
South Side Irish Family FestFREE
Beverly Arts Center | ChicagoMarch 10 (Sunday) , Noon
This family-friendly festival is alcohol-free so all ages can have fun. The Irish tradition continues with a children's parade, Irish Soda Bread Contest, and live entertainment.
