There’s so much going on around town to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day! We’ve put together a great list of Family Friendly St. Patrick’s Day Events in Cincinnati & NKY and I’m sure there’s something fun for every family in this list of things to do! Check it out, and if you know of another St. Patrick’s event we’ve missed please tell us in the comments.
St. Patrick’s Day Events in Cincinnati & NKY:
Downtown Cincinnati ~ St. Patrick’s Day Parade :: Saturday, March 15th at Noon. See the parade web
site for all of the details!
Fountain Square ::Not only is this a prime location to watch the St. Patrick’s Day Parade, but they will be having a party on the square from 10am until 10pm. There will be music from live bands, food, Irish merchandise and for those who interested, there will be Guinness to drink (other drinks available also). See the Fountain Square Website for all the details!
Cincinnati Museum Center ~ Celtic Lands Culture Fest :: March 15-16 2014 Come immerse yourself in Celticculture…dancers, singers, storytellers and vendors will entertain and enlighten you about Celtic heritage.
Celtic Spring Concert :: Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra’s String Quartet & Featured Soloist, performing a mix of Irish and Spring-time themed Selections. Proceeds to benefit the Friends of Baker Hunt Scholarship Fund The Baker Hunt Art & Cultural Center Friday, March 14 7:00-8:00pm For More information & to purchase tickets visit www.bakerhunt.org or call 859.431.0020
Kenton County Public Library Events ::
Irish Music Concert Saturday March 1st Musical group Cincinnati Harpers Robin will be performing a concert of traditional tunes from Ireland, Scotland, Wales and other Celtic lands this Saturday, March 1 at 1 p.m. at the Covington branch of the Kenton County Public Library. The concert is free and open to all ages. This event kicks off a month long celebration of all things Irish. Other activities include:
Celtic Rhythm Dancers Saturday, March 8, 1:00 pm-2:00 pm:Enjoy a vibrant Irish dance performance by the Celtic Rhythm Dancers. Covington branch.
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration Sunday, March 9, 2:00 pm-3:30 pm: Families can enjoy a day of crafts, snacks and a performance by the Erickson Academy of Irish Dance of Cincinnati. Erlanger Branch
Holiday Happenings: St. Patrick’s Day Grades: K – 6 Monday, March 10, 7:00 pm-8:00 pm: Join us for St. Patrick’s Day stories, crafts, and treats. Registration required, 962-4077. Covington branch.
Funday Monday: Lucky Guess Ages: 5 – 12 Monday, March 10, 4:30 pm-5:00 pm: Make a lucky fortune teller! William E. Durr Branch
Celtic Rhythm Dancers Thursday, March 13, 7:00 pm: Irish dancers perform a high energy program. Erlanger Branch
Concert with Ceol Mohr Friday, March 28, 7:00 pm: Join us for an evening of music with local Celtic group, Ceol Mohr. Erlanger Branch
Celtic Heritage Month Program Saturday, March 29, 1:00 pm-2:00 pm:Local singer/songwriter Roger Drawdy appears at the Covington branch of the Kenton County Public Library for a special Irish Heritage Month concert. Covington branch.
All events are free. The Covington branch is located at 502 Scott Boulevard; Erlanger branch is 401 Kenton Lands Road and the William E. Durr branch is located at 1992 Walton-Nicholson Road in Independence. For directions or to reserve music, movies and books with an Irish twist, visit www.kentonlibrary.org.
Newport on the Levee :: Check the website’s Event Page for all the St. Pat’s happenings at the Levee. Many are for the parents, but there is a Family Day at Claddagh Irish Pub on Sunday, March 16…Kids eat free all day, and there will be a coloring contest and Irish Dancers.
Blue Manatee Children’s Bookstore & decafe :: Green Eggs and Ham story time Sun, March 16, 2pm – 3pm We don’t just wear green for St. Patrick’s Day, we eat it, too! Join us as we read Dr. Seuss’ “Green Eggs and Ham” and celebrate green with a special activity.
Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County ::
Your RED card is a passport to the Emerald Isle this St. Pat’s Day
Get out your ghillies because St. Patrick’s Day is here and the Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County has plenty of programs to get keep you tapping your toes and wearing green. Be sure to join us downtown at 11:45 a.m. Monday, March 17, for the 32nd Annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration of Song and Dance at the Main Library.
Irish Cincinnati
Tuesday, March 4, 7 p.m. , Delhi Township Branch, 5095 Foley Road, 513-369-6019
Local author Kevin Grace will talk about his book. A book signing will follow.
The McGing Irish Dancers
Saturday, March 8, 10 a.m., Hyde Park Branch, 2747 Erie Avenue, 513-369-4456
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a performance by the McGing Irish Dancers. No registration required.
McGing Irish Dancers!
Saturday, March 8, 11:30 a.m., Pleasant Ridge Branch, 6233 Montgomery Road, 513-369-4488
Get in the spirit for St. Patrick’s Day with a terrific show by these award-winning graceful and powerful Irish dance students. The McGing Irish dancers have been champions in local, regional, national and world competitions! No registration required.
The McGing Irish Dancers
Saturday, March 8, 1 p.m., Oakley Branch, 4033 Gilmore Avenue, 513-369-6038
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a performance by the McGing Irish Dancers. No registration required.
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
Tuesday, March 11, 6:30 p.m., Symmes Township Branch, 11850 East Enyart Road, 513-369-6001
Listen to a story, make a fun craft, and enjoy a snack! Ages 4-8. No registration required.
Exploring the Emerald Isle
Tuesday, March 11, 7 p.m., Madeira Branch, 7200 Miami Avenue, 513-369-6028
Presenter Tom Connair talks about his travels in Ireland and shares photos. No registration required.
St. Patrick’s Day Crafts
Wednesday, March 12, 3:30 p.m., Elmwood Place Branch, 6120 Vine Street, 513-369-4452
Got a creative mind? Put it to good use during this arts and crafts period at the Library to create items to wear on St. Patrick’s Day. No registration required.
St. Patrick’s Day Concert
Wednesday, March 12, 4:30 p.m., Price Hill Branch, 3215 Warsaw Avenue, 513-369-4490
Get in the Irish spirit. Come listen to Foley Road play traditional folk music to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. No registration required.
An Evening with the McGing Irish Dancers
Wednesday, March 12, 6:30 p.m., Deer Park Branch, 3970 E. Galbraith Road, 513-369-4450
Join us for this family-friendly and fun celebration of Irish dance! No registration required.
Make a St. Patrick’s Day Pin for Teens
Thursday, March 13, 4 p.m., Forest Park Branch, 655 Waycross Road, 513-369-4478
Teens can come in and make a pin using a St. Patrick’s Day charm. Registration required.
Paracord Buckle Bracelet
Thursday, March 13, 4 p.m., Wyoming Branch, 500 Springfield Pike, 513-369-6014
Teens, don’t have green for Saint Patrick’s Day yet? Join us as we make zombie-inspired paracord buckle bracelets that will prevent you from getting pinched by your friends! Registration required.
McGing Irish Dancers
Thursday, March 13, 6:30 p.m., Monfort Heights Branch, 3825 West Fork Road, 513-369-4472
Come watch the McGing Irish Dancers perform traditional Irish dances for St. Patrick’s Day! No registration required.
Erickson Academy of Irish Dance
Saturday, March 15, 3 p.m., Anderson Branch, 7450 State Road, 513-369-6030
Join us for a lively St. Patrick’s Day celebration with Irish dance and music with students at the Erickson Academy of Irish Dance. Ages 5 and up. No registration required.
McGing Irish Dancers
Saturday, March 15, 3 p.m., Madeira Branch, 7200 Miami Avenue, 513-369-6028
Presented by the McGing Irish Dancers. No registration required.
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
Monday, March 17, 11:45 a.m., Main Library – Reading Garden Lounge, 800 Vine Street, 513-369-6900
Join us for the 32nd Annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration of Song and Dance, featuring music by Foley Road and the McGing Irish Dancers. No registration required.
McGing Irish Dancers
Tuesday, March 18, 4 p.m., Wyoming Branch, 500 Springfield Pike, 513-369-6014
Celebrate March with the McGing Irish Dancers. All ages welcome! No registration required.
Celtic Sand Picture
Thursday, March 27, 4 p.m., Cheviot Branch, 3711 Robb Avenue, 513-369-6015
Make a Celtic sand picture to take home. Registration required.
St. Patrick’s DATE NIGHT with BB Riverboats: If you want to celebrate St. Patrick’s with a night out, consider the Christian Moerlein St. Patty’s Day Dinner on the Belle O’ Cincinnati Saturday, March 15, 2014 Boarding at 6:00pm Sailing 7:00pm – 9:30pm ~ Come onboard the to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in style! Get entertained by local sounds and enjoy a hearty meal featuring Corned Beef and Cabbage. Cincinnati’s own local brewery, Christian Moerlein, will be onboard for a tasting of their different styles, complete with a little bit of history and knowledge about their beer. Of course you can always just drink some green beer and enjoy the sights as well! Get your tickets early! Visit the BB Riverboats Website for more details
And if you are looking for more “parent friendly” St. Pat’s events, check out Hoperatives’ post on St. Patrick’s Weekend Events…they always know where to find the best Irish brews (not green beer…the real stuff!).
Did I miss a St. Patrick’s Day Events in Cincinnati & NKY? Comment below and let me know!
And if you’re looking for some tasty Irish recipes for dinner on March 17th, check out the following links. FFC contributor Amy Q. makes these dishes for her family each St. Patrick’s Day! And I tried this stew recipe last year, it’s delicious!Amazing Easy Irish Soda Bread
Colcannon
Beef & Irish Stout Stew
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