Lawrence really knows how to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Use this guide for everything you need to know about the parade, food, and events.
Parade
The parade begins at 1:00 PM on St. Patrick’s Day, March 17. The current route for the parade is through the downtown business district. Line up begins at South Park on Massachusetts Street and ends at 501 N. 9th across the Kansas River Bridge. More about the parade.
Where to watch
– Crystalynn Hyatt said: “I like watching from South Park to hang with people who are on the floats before they get rollin!” She also suggested tthe St. Patio show at the Replay for after-hours fun.
– Dayna Lee shared a pro tip: “Always sit on the west side of the street, especially if you have children. It keeps the sun out of your eyes.”
– Tamara Kasey enjoyed watching the parade from Quinton’s, Cindy Haines suggested the Court House steps, and Debbie McCarthy noted that the parade is still going strong when it gets to the Lawrence Visitor’s Center (and there’s lots of parking!).
Tip: Dayna Lee says to bring cash for the parade t-shirts that will be sold! There is also face-painting and other St. Patrick’s Day treats.
Event Itinerary
St. Patrick’s Day at The Granada
Where: The Granada Theatre
When: 11:00am – 11:59pm
– Drasko’s Food Truck starting at 11:00am – NCAA Basketball Tournament Games in lounge & main room – Giveaways – prizes – green beer – children’s activities
St. Patrick’s Day at Lucia Beer Garden + Grill
Where: Lucia Beer Garden + Grill
When: 11:00am – 2:00am
– Showing all NCAA Basketball games on 7 screens – Kitchen open all day – Beer Garden open – Patio games – Food & Drink specials
noon- Signal Ridge
2:00pm- Brody Buster One Man Band
3:00pm- Tyler Gregory
4:00pm- Old Fangled
10:00pm- Bemsha
Fun and Food!
Where: Frank’s North Star Tavern
When: 12:00pm – 2:00pm
– Drink specials, Coney Island Hot Dogs, fresh lemonade! Kids are welcome during the day, adults are encouraged to stick around for the Til Willis evening show.
St. Pat’s Party
Where: The Jazzhaus
When: 12:00pm – closing time
– The Jazzhaus opens at noon and live music starts at 4:00pm
4:00pm- Mr. E & The Stringless Kite (folkadelic rock)
7:00pm- Waxin’ Grooves (dance rock covers)
10:30pm- Cory Phillips & The Black Irish (soul rock)
Ad Astra Running Irish Mile
Where: Massachusetts’s St.
When: 12:30pm – 1:00pm
– This race takes place right before the parade, so you get the added bonus of excited parade spectators cheering you on! Age group winners receive Ad Astra gift certificates and overall and masters winners receive a cash prize.
Ben Taddicken After Parade Party
Where: Jackpot Music Hall
When: 2:00pm – 6:00pm
– Ben brings his own brand of Acoustic Americana back to Lawrence, Kansas!
St. Patio Show
Where: Replay Lounge
When: 2:00pm-9:00pm
– The Replay will have an afternoon and night full of local music and great drink specials.
2:00pm- James Rose Jr. and Friends
2:50pm- Signal Ridge
3:40pm- Carswell & Hope
4:30pm- The Brody Buster Band
5:20pm- Tyler Gregory
6:10pm- Jonathan Fleig and the Flint Hilils
7:00pm- Nicholas St. James
7:50pm- Young Manchego
St. DIBKIS Day featuring JL & L’s 810
Where: The Bottleneck
When: 7:00PM – 2:00AM
– An all-ages show featuring several hip-hop artists.
Solars
Where: Jackpot Music Hall
When: 7:00pm
– This Lawrence based band derives its influences from bands like The Beatles, Mathew Sweet and Oasis
Approach, The Fey & DJ G Train
Where: Replay Lounge
When: 10:00PM – 2:00AM
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