Lucky Finds: Local & Fun Events for St. Patrick’s Day

It’s almost time for the beloved St. Patrick’s Day festivities, and luckily, our local communities know how to celebrate! We curated events and activities near you that promise an unforgettable experience of laughter, camaraderie, and the unmistakable spirit of the Irish for all ages. So gather your friends and loved ones, don your greenest attire, and get ready to paint the town green as you celebrate the luckiest day of the year in style!

🍀 For Those Looking for a Healthy Start to the Day…

🇮🇪 St. Paddy’s Day 5K ⏐49 Woodland Avenue, Morristown

Top off your morning to ya with a scenic run that starts and finishes at Ginty Field in Morris Township! There you’ll find other festive fitness fanatics ready to enjoy the morning rush and some tasty treats!
Post Run Party: Fuel up after your run with free bananas, water, Body Armor Sports Drink and soft pretzels from Philly Pretzel Factory! Crunch Fitness will have some great raffle prizes!
When: Saturday, March 9, 2024 – 10:00am
Register here!

The 5K Route

🍀 For the Love of the Parades…

🇮🇪 Morristown Parade ⏐ South Street, Morristown

The center of many St. Paddy’s festivities, this parade is sure to impress! With hundreds of participants, fun fare, and sights to see, the Morristown parade has it all! From South Street to the Morristown Green, enjoy one of the most exciting and engaging St. Paddy’s Day celebrations in the area!
Good to know: More on this here!
When: Saturday, March 9th at 12PM

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🇮🇪 Union County Parade⏐Morris Avenue, Union 

Saturday, March 9 in the Township of Union. The parade will begin on Morris Avenue, at Commerce Avenue, and will precede easterly on Morris, making a right turn on Stuyvesant Avenue and then proceed ing toward the Pearl Harbor memorial at Stuyvesant and Elmwood Avenue. More on this here!
Good to Know: Vehicles will not be permitted to drive on or across the closed section of Morris Avenue or Stuyvesant Avenue.  When: Saturday, March 11AM (tune-in for Food Trucks!)

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🇮🇪 West Orange⏐Main Street, West Orange

Don’t miss this chance to have a “craic” with family and friends! This parade has it all, including transportation! The Parade route makes it’s way north on Main Street and ends at Our Lady of Lourdes Church. Complimentary shuttle buses are provided to transport marchers and spectators to the starting location of the Parade at Town Hall.
Good to Know: The buses begin boarding at 10:30am on Mississippi Avenue adjacent to Our Lady of Lourdes Church. Buses will stop promptly at 11:45am. More here!
Parking: available but limited at Quigley’s Parking Lot next to Mississippi Avenue and the surrounding streets.
When: Sunday, March 10, 2024 at 12:15PM

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🍀 For the Kids

🇮🇪 Scoops Ice Cream⏐ 228 Main Street, Chatham

Join Scoops’ version of St. Patrick’s Day “Sunday at Scoops” edition, where they’ll be hosting St Patrick’s Day crafts, enjoying story time with Mrs. O, and having pizza & ice cream.
Good to Know: The event is designed for kids aged 5-7, accompanied by at least one of their favorite grown-ups.
The event is designed for kids aged 5-7, accompanied by at least one of their favorite grown-ups. Register here!
When:  March 17th featuring two time slots 11:30AM-1PM & 2PM-3:30PM

Price:$50 (one child + 1 adult) +$25 (additional adult) (+$30 additional child)

🍀 For the Music Lovers…

🇮🇪 St. Patrick’s Day Party at the Lions Roar Brewing Co.⏐517-519 South Avenue West, Westfield
Featuring live music, food trucks, and festive activities, it’s bound to be a good time! Check out more on this, here!
When: March 16, 2024
Time: 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Good to Know: A common Irish saying for a good time is “The craic was ninety,” or sometimes “It was mighty craic.” This expression is used to describe a particularly enjoyable or lively event or gathering, emphasizing the fun and convivial atmosphere. “Craic” (pronounced “crack”) is an Irish term for fun, entertainment, and good times. Saying “the craic was ninety” implies that the enjoyment level was exceptionally high, reaching a peak of ninety out of a possible one hundred. So don’t be surprised if you hear this saying once, or twice, after enjoying one of these events!