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Ultimate Guide to St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations in Grain Valley, Blue Springs, Lee’s Summit and Kansas City
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☘️ Ultimate Guide to St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations in Grain Valley, Blue Springs, Lee’s Summit and Kansas City
Discover the best St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in Kansas City, Lee’s Summit, Blue Springs, and nearby communities. Find parades, pub crawls, Irish bars, live music, and local events happening in March.
🍀 St. Patrick’s Day in Kansas City: Parades, Pub Crawls, Irish Pubs & Local Celebrations
If you’re looking for the best St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in Kansas City and Eastern Jackson County, you’re in luck.
From historic parades and Westport pub crawls to neighborhood block parties and live Irish music, the Kansas City metro turns into one of the Midwest’s biggest St. Patrick’s Day celebrations every March.
Whether you live in Grain Valley, Blue Springs, Lee’s Summit, Lake Lotawana, Lake Winnebago, Raintree Lake, or downtown Kansas City, there are events happening all weekend leading up to March 17.
Below is your complete local guide to St. Patrick’s Day celebrations near you.
☘️ Major St. Patrick’s Day Parades Near Kansas City
Kansas City St. Patrick’s Day Parade
📍 Broadway Blvd (Midtown / Westport area)
📅 March 17
⏰ 11:30 AM
One of the largest St. Patrick’s Day parades in the Midwest, this long-running Kansas City tradition includes floats, marching bands, Irish dancers, and community organizations.
The parade route runs from Linwood Boulevard to 43rd Street, ending near Westport where the celebrations continue throughout the afternoon.
Expect:
• Irish music
• Bagpipes
• Beer gardens
• Food vendors
• Family-friendly activities
Brookside St. Patrick’s Warm-Up Parade
📍 Brookside (65th & Wornall area)
📅 March 14
⏰ 2 PM
This beloved neighborhood parade kicks off the celebration weekend with floats, live music, and a lively Irish atmosphere.
Martin City St. Patrick’s Parade
📍 Martin City, Kansas City
📅 March 15
A smaller but very fun parade featuring local restaurants, breweries, and Irish-themed festivities.
https://martincity.org/st-patricks-parade/
Snake Saturday Parade | North Kansas City
Another major St. Patrick’s Day tradition in the Kansas City area is the famous Snake Saturday Parade held each year in North Kansas City, Missouri. This unique celebration gets its name from the legend of St. Patrick driving the snakes out of Ireland and has grown into one of the region’s biggest Irish-themed festivals. The event typically takes place the Saturday before St. Patrick’s Day and includes a lively parade through downtown North Kansas City featuring floats, marching bands, Irish dancers, community groups, and plenty of people dressed head-to-toe in green. The celebration also includes a family festival, food vendors, live entertainment, and nearby bars and restaurants hosting St. Patrick’s themed specials and parties throughout the day. For many Kansas City residents, Snake Saturday is the unofficial kickoff to a full week of St. Patrick’s Day festivities across the metro.
https://snakesaturday.com/
🍻 Best St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawls in Kansas City
Kansas City Official St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl
📍 Multiple bars across KC
📅 March 17
Participants receive:
• Access to multiple bars
• St. Patrick’s drink specials
• Food deals
• After-party access
https://pubcrawls.com/official-kansas-city-st-patricks-day-bar-crawl/
Westport St. Patrick’s Day Block Party & Pub Crawl
📍 Westport Entertainment District
📅 March 14
This is one of the largest St. Patrick’s Day pub crawls in Kansas City, with over 10 bars participating and drink specials all day.
Expect:
• DJs
• Live music
• green beer
• outdoor party atmosphere
This is a ticketed event.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kansas-city-st-patricks-day-bar-crawl-block-party-10-bars-tickets-1980138351112
Lucky’s St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl
📍 Various Kansas City venues
📅 March 14
Includes multiple bar stops, drink specials, and an after-party celebration.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-official-luckys-st-patricks-day-bar-crawl-kansas-city-tickets-1090830997879
🍀 St. Patrick’s Events in Lee’s Summit & Eastern Jackson County
Emerald Isle Pub Crawl
📍 Downtown Lee’s Summit
📅 March 7, 2026 | 2:00 pm – March 8, 2026 | 1:00 am
Downtown Lee’s Summit bars participate in this annual crawl where guests hop between restaurants and pubs celebrating Irish culture.
https://downtownls.org/event/emerald-isle-pub-crawl-2026/
Shamrock the Block – Lee’s Summit
📍 Downtown Lee’s Summit
📅 March 14 10:00 am-12:00 pmMarch 14, 2026 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pmMarch 14, 2026 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Shamrock the Block at Green Street!
Looking for the perfect way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with your little lads and lasses? Shamrock the Block, a free community block party featuring games, candy, food trucks, and live entertainment!
This year, the luck of the Irish has brought a brand-new location: Green Street! Transforming the heart of Downtown Lee’s Summit into a giant playground for all ages. Test your skills at mini-golf, paint a ShamROCK with Alyssa’s Wishes, and bounce around with Bubbletastic!
View the Event Map to find all of the attractions at Green Street!
Event Highlights:
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Live Entertainment: Bring a blanket and grab a spot on the covered lawn to catch performances by the Heartland Irish Dancers, and a puppet show from our friends at Mid-Continent Public Library!
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Gold Coin Hunt: Children ages 8 and younger are invited to hunt for green and gold coins for a chance to win prizes! The countdown kicks off at 10:30 a.m. at Green Street.
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Festive Fun: Visit sponsor booths to play games and fill your bucket with candy!
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Lucky Eats: Grab a bite from Chef Aristo’s Curbside & Catering, Weenie’s & Paninis, and Frost Coffee and Tea. They’ll be serving up delicious treats (with plenty of kid-approved options as well!)
Family-friendly event featuring:
• music
• food trucks
• local vendors
• Irish themed fun
https://downtownls.org/event/shamrock-the-block-2026/
🎶 Best Irish Pubs & Bars to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
These spots typically host live music, Irish whiskey tastings, and St. Patrick’s Day parties.
Kansas City
Kelly’s Westport Inn
Historic Irish bar in Westport hosting early St. Patrick’s celebrations.
https://kellyswestportinn.com/
Browne’s Irish Market & Pub
Irish food, music, dancing, and whiskey sampling on St. Patrick’s Day.
https://brownesirishmarket.com/
McFadden’s – Power & Light District
Large St. Paddy’s Day party with drink specials and entertainment.
https://powerandlightdistrict.com/eat-and-drink/mcfaddens
🍀 Other St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations Nearby
Power & Light District
SHAMROCKS & SHENANGINS
March 17, 2026
2:00 pmhttps://www.powerandlightdistrict.com/?utm_source=pp&keyword=power%20%26%20light%20district&matchtype=p&network=g&devicemodel=&loc_interest_ms=9023170&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=20398357818&gbraid=0AAAAAD_GASayNuZnwdLYFvZlPrEJf2bAM&gclid=CjwKCAjw687NBhB4EiwAQ645dvrun1uuFmst6CqDDVpnnUFECISQi4tuo5bL3q9aSxjIkvqB4IHPWRoCj1MQAvD_BwE
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with our free show featuring BONNIE X CLDYE! Plus, unlimited Guinness, green beer, & more.
• outdoor block party
• DJs
• Irish drink specials
https://www.powerandlightdistrict.com/
Westport District
• beer gardens
• live bands
• themed food and cocktails
https://westportkcmo.com/
Blue Springs Shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade
The 49th Annual Shortest and Smallest St Patrick’s Day Parade is in Downtown Blue Springs is Tues March 17 at 9 am. It begins in front of the Lowe’s Drug sign on Main St. People will be there at 8:30 am passing out green beads and temporary tattoos. Come join the fun and continue the celebration after at Main Street businesses with special foods and drinks.
Grain Valley Shortest St. Patrick’s Pub Crawl
SATURDAY, MARCH 14TH
3 PM – CLOSE
THE LOCAL TABLE & BAR & IRON KETTLE TAPHOUSE
Drink specials flowing at BOTH bars
Raffles + giveaways happening all day
Limited-edition Grain Valley Pub Crawl shirts for purchase
Loud laughs, green drinks, and nonstop St. Paddy’s vibes
Zero Ubers required
🍀 Why Kansas City Goes Big for St. Patrick’s Day
Kansas City has deep Irish roots dating back to the city’s founding, which is why St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated here with massive community events.
From historic parades to legendary pub crawls, it’s one of the most festive weekends of the year in the metro.
📅 Pro Tips for Celebrating
✔ Plan rideshare or designated drivers
✔ Arrive early for the parade
✔ Wear green (KC takes this seriously)
✔ Explore multiple neighborhoods
🏡 Living in the Kansas City Metro
One of the best things about living in Grain Valley, Blue Springs, Lee’s Summit, and the surrounding lake communities is how easy it is to access major events like these while still enjoying quieter suburban living.
If you’re thinking about moving to or buying a home in the Kansas City area, I’d love to help you explore neighborhoods that fit your lifestyle.
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