KC Irish Parade
St. Patrick’s Day fills Kansas City with a festive spirit, from lively parades to delicious Irish fare and special holiday events, offering countless ways to celebrate. As a KC native, I’ve always loved this holiday, and over the years, I’ve enjoyed discovering both long-standing traditions and exciting new ways to join in the fun.
This year feels extra special for me, though, as my husband and I are expecting our first baby boy on St. Patrick’s Day! (That's got to be good luck, right?) While our celebration may look a little different this time around, I’ve curated this list with love—blending old favorites and fresh finds—so you can make the most of the holiday.
Enjoy the festivities!
Parades
Kicking off with parades, here’s a roundup of the best St. Patrick’s Day parades across the metro for you and your family to enjoy!
📍 Downtown Overland Park St. Patrick's Day Parade: March 8, 2025, 10:00 AM
📍 North KC Snake Saturday Parade: March 15, 2025, 11:00 AM
📍 Brookside St. Patrick’s Warm-Up Parade: March 15, 2025, 2:00 PM
📍 Martin City St. Patrick’s Day Parade: March 16, 2025 at 2:00 PM
📍 Shawnee St. Patrick’s Parade: March 16, 2025, 1:00 PM
📍 Kansas City’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade: March 17, 2025, 11:00 AM
📍 Lawrence’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade: March 17, 2025, 1:00 PM
Local Irish Food
After the parades, keep the celebration going with some delicious local Irish fare! Here’s a list of the best spots to enjoy traditional favorites and festive bites across the metro.
🍽️ Brady & Fox
751 E. 63rd St., Kansas City, Mo. | 816.800.4141 | BradyAndFox.com
An Irish-American restaurant that offers a modern twist on traditional dishes in a contemporary setting. Must-Eat Item: Corned Beef and Cabbage, a classic Irish dish featuring tender corned beef paired with cabbage offered on Wednesdays.
🍽️ Browne’s Irish Market
3300 Pennsylvania Ave., Kansas City, Mo. | 816.561.0030 | BrownesIrishMarket.com
Established in 1887, this fifth-generation family market offers a wide variety of handmade sandwiches, Irish potato soup, Irish stew, and Dublin potato salad. Must-Try Item: Browne’s serves a traditional Irish breakfast on St. Patrick’s Day!
🍽️ Conroy’s Public House
OP, Leawood, & Westwood | 816.640.5235 | WestonIrish.com
Conroy's is a cozy, Irish pub atmosphere with multiple locations in the Kansas City area known for Irish fare with an American twist. Must-Try Item: Cottage Pie, the Irish take on a pot pie, featuring a baked crust filled with meat and vegetables.
🍽️ The Craic
12 Main St., Parkville, Mo. | 816.599.4012| CraicOnMain.com
Named after the Irish term for fun and enjoyment, The Craic provides a quaint pub atmosphere with hearty Irish fare and live music. Must-Eat Item: Shepherd's Pie, a traditional dish made with minced meat and vegetables, topped with mashed potatoes.
🍽️ Llywelyn’s Pub
301 SE Douglas St., Lee’s Summit | 816.272.5083 | LlywelynsPub.com
Known for its authentic Celtic food and friendly atmosphere, Llywelyn’s serves classics like the St. Paddy’s Melt, Reuben, and fish and chips. Must-Eat Item: Irish Boxty, a yummy potato pancake filled with corned beef, cabbage and Swiss cheese.
Fun Fact: Oddly enough Llywelyn's is where my husband and I had our first date and we've gone back every year since to celebrate! May not be traditional Irish food but I also wholeheartedly recommend their Spinach and Artichoke dip!
🍽️ O’Dowd’s Little Dublin
4742 Pennsylvania, Kansas City, Mo. | 816.561.2700 | ODowdsLittleDublin.com
Complete with a rooftop patio, O'Dowd’s serves all of your Irish favorites. Must-Eat Item: Irish Bangers & Mash, traditional Irish sausages served over creamy mashed potatoes with rich onion gravy.
🍽️ O’Malley’s 1842 Irish Pub
500 Welt St., Weston, MO | 816.640.5235 | WestonIrish.com
One of most unique Irish pubs in the region with its underground limestone cellars and historic 1800s ambiance. Must-Eat Item: Lamb Shepherd’s Pie, a rich and hearty dish featuring slow-cooked lamb, peas, carrots, and onions topped with creamy mashed potatoes.
Additional Events and Activities
There’s plenty more happening around the metro, keep scrolling for a list of local events to keep the St. Patrick’s Day charm going!
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Brookside
Mar 15, 2025 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Brookside St. Patrick's Day Warm-Up Parade
The 2025 Brookside St. Patrick's Day Warm-Up Parade is Saturday March 15th at 2 pm. The parade is a family event focused on fun and the St. Patrick’s holiday and the 2025 theme is Dreaming of Green. The Brookside Business Association and Communit...
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Mar 17, 2025 noon
Leavenworth St. Patrick's Day Parade 2025
Leavenworth Irish cordially invites you to participate in the 42nd Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade on Monday, March 17, 2025.
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Pair and Share: Green Eggs and Ham
This engaging activity pairs Green Eggs and Ham with hands-on fun, including Green Egg Pretzel Bites and Ham Rolls. Kids can act out the story’s characters while enjoying themed snacks!
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Shamrock Windsocks
These shamrock windsocks are a fun way to get little fingers messy! Lots of opportunities to allow a young mind to be creative!
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Mar 16, 2025
Shawnee St. Patrick's Day Celebration
Celebrate Irish heritage at the annual St. Patrick’s Celebration in Downtown Shawnee, featuring a festive market, lively parade, and a thrilling duck race with cash prizes!
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Mar 15, 2025 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Snakes and Scones!
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Prairie Park Nature Center! Come meet our friendly snakes and enjoy some classic British scones. There will be giveaways too! Find a gold coin in the nature center for a small prize or find a miniature leprechaun fo...
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Tie-Dye Shamrocks
With simple items you already have, make this fun St. Patrick's Day inspired project.
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Bodies Race Company
Mar 8, 2025 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Time to Paddy - Kansas City, MO
Join us for the annual Time to Paddy 5k/10k and Lucky 13.1 Half Marathon! A St. Patrick-themed run that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes great swag (designer shirt, custom medal), chip-timing, live results and awards, free pho...
