St. Patrick's Day is right around the corner so we've gathered together all that's happening in Kansas City for families in one guide!
You can also check out our daily events calendar for other family-friendly, fun events in your neighborhood!
Wyandotte and Leavenworth County
EATS, TREATS & SWEETS |
Support local businesses while preparing for your St. Patrick's day feasts or DIY with these fun recipes below:
Miller’s Gourmet Popcorn is a small local family-owned gourmet popcorn business. They make small batch handcrafted gourmet popcorn, fudge, and glazed nuts inside of their family-owned and operated local movie theatre, Miller Theatres, in Blue Springs MO.
Anything from Sweet Petites KC is sure to be a hit. Be sure to get your St. Patrick's Day orders in ASAP!
Pop's Sweet Shop of Lenexa also has some delicious options this year!
Dream Dinners of Overland Park Give the gift of dinner made easy! Their monthly menu features 14 meals that go from fridge to table in under 30 minutes. They do all the prep for you, just pick up a month's worth of freezer meals near Town Center in Leawood!
Recipe: Triple Decker Corned Beef
Recipe: Lucky's Layered Lime Dessert
Recipe: A Rainbow & Chocolate Treat
Recipe: Leprechaun Popcorn
Recipe: St. Patrick's Day Rainbow Cupcakes
Recipe: A Rainbow of Smoothies
Recipe: Rebenack Irish Soda Bread
Recipe: Eat the Rainbow
CRAFTS & CLASSES |
March 6th-14th visit the Turner Community Library for a variety of take-home crafts. This month features a variety of crafts such as: Leprechaun Masks, Emoji Shamrock, Leprechaun on a Shelf, Charm Bracelets and more.
March 13th don’t forget to pick up your beaded shamrock take-home craft from the West Wyandotte Library.
Saturday, March 18th @ 1:30pm the Main Library will be hosting a craft class and creating a glittery shamrock canvas. This is intended for families with children ages 4-12 and registration is required.
The Main Library will be offering a take home craft kit for those ages 15 and up twice a month. Leprechaun Laundry Line.
DIY: St. Patrick's Day Play Dough
DIY: Leprechaun Masks
DIY: St. Patrick's Day Bracelets
DIY: Easy Glitter Slime
WHERE TO SHOP |
Make sure you and your crew are parade-ready by shopping at one of these small shops:
KC Joy Project is a Kansas City based jewelry company on a mission to spread joy! We specialize in creating gorgeous and meaningful jewelry designed to be lived in. All of our gold pieces are created using gold-filled beads and findings. We pride ourselves on designing pieces that are tarnish free, water resistant, and skin-friendly! Each month we partner with a different organization in Kansas City. A portion of proceeds from each purchase is donated to our local partnership. What’s better than shopping for beautiful jewelry for a great cause?! Find us online or shop our mini boutique at Painted Tree in Overland Park.
The Boho Babe is a small business specializing in Handmade Clay Earrings, Paintings, Digital Art, Printables, and Decorative Teaching Materials! Their style is elevated boho, and fun, and of course, they have Kansas City-themed items! They are currently on Etsy as our main selling platform, and they also have a booth inside Karma Community Market in Blue Springs, MO. Be sure to check them out on Instagram and Facebook for events, giveaways, and a behind-the-scenes look at the art processes!
Jules Co. boutique features everyday fashion with a pop of color.
Hazel & Ollie is a place for color, pattern, sparkle, and fun. Hand-made, modern accessories for kids, and adults, along with colorful home decor. All are uniquely designed and created in Kansas City!
Goldie Sun offers beautiful hand-banded accessories, including festive headbands and sunnies.
K Hooray Designs offers unique hand-painted wooden signs and earrings. Shop in person at The Painted Tree in Overland Park!
Evie Pearl Handmade is all about hair accessories for the modern babe, girl & mama. They strive for beautiful handmade quality and wonderful customer service. The St. Patrick's Day collection is live and more adorable than ever!
Holland Ave. Clothing provides small batch toddler and kids apparel right here in KC!
Owen & Grahman is a thoughtfully curated children's boutique in Park Place featuring clothing, toys and gifts for your littles.
Creative Play KC is a local small shop providing handmade play dough, sensory kits and more!
InstaPlay Sensory has all of her St. Paddy's Day items 20% off for a limited time, including these great grab & go sensory kits!
FAMILY FUN |
Friday, March 10th:St. Patrick's Day Storytime at Grounded Sole Coffeehouse in KCK
Saturday, March 11th:
St. Patrick's Day Parade in Downtown Overland Park
Snake Saturday in North KC
35th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade in Tonganoxie
Emerald Isle Parade in Lee's Summit
Brookside St. Patrick's Day Warm-Up Parade
St. Patrick's Day Parade and Food Trucks in Downtown Belton
Sunday, March 12th:
39th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade in Shawnee
Martin City St. Patrick's Day Parade
ADULT EVENTS |
Friday, March 17th:Celebrate St. Patrick's Day @ McFadden's in Kansas City, MOCelebrate St. Patrick's Day @ O'Dowds in Kansas City, MOCelebrate St. Patrick's Day @ The LeVee in Kansas City, MOCelebrate St. Patrick's Day @ Blue Moose in LenexaCelebrate St. Patrick's Day @ Power & Light with Cheat Codes in Kansas City, MOCelebrate St. Patrick's Day @ The Bar KCK in Kansas City, KS
MORE WAYS TO CELEBRATE |
17 Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with Kids
Facts about Saint Patrick's Day
"Go Green" for St. Patrick's Day
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