St. Patrick’s Day is March 17th. Plan a ‘lucky’ day for your littles filled with adventure and maybe a shamrock shake and corned beef sandwich.
Kids Night Out: Gotta Catch That Leprechaun! @ RAC (West Bloomfield)
Friday, March 7th: 6pm to 8pm
Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day, join us to create leprechaun traps, build lanterns to search for leprechauns, and make our unique Green Leprechaun Snow Slime! Enjoy a fun and educational evening with friends while parents get a well-deserved break!
Shamrock Science Day @ Cranbrook Institute of Science (Bloomfield Hills)
Saturday, March 15th: 11am to 2pm
Embark on a colorful adventure throughout the Institute, collecting stickers as you explore a rainbow of activities—and fill up your special activity card to win a prize! Sticker card activities during this event include Color Theory Discovery, Planet Painting, Butterfly Beauty, Fossil Ready, Mineral Mania, and more.
Hunt for Gold @ Howell Nature Center (Howell)
Sunday, March 16th: 1pm to 3pm
Families will hunt for gold coins (candy) and treasures by navigating through the woods using a map.
Ages 5+ Welcome
Detroit’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade @ Corktown (Detroit)
Sunday, March 16th: 1pm to 3pm
Find your seat on the original brick road of Michigan Avenue (between 6th and 14th street) to watch the color guard units, floats, novelty groups and marching bands for the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Step off begins at 1pm from Michigan Avenue and Sixth Street and the parade lasts for approximately 2 hours.
Leprechaun Hunt @ For-Mar Nature Preserve & Arboretum (Burton)
Sunday, March 16th: 1pm to 3pm
Get ready for a St. Patrick’s Day adventure at For-Mar! Join us on an exciting hunt to uncover the mystery of who’s been causing trouble—could it be a mischievous Leprechaun or a sneaky critter? Dress for the outdoors and come help us solve the mystery, rain or shine!
Run For Gold 5k & Kids Fun Run + Parade (Pickney)
Saturday, March 15th: 10am to 12pm
The 5K will begin at 10:00 am followed by the Kids Run at 11:00 am. Awards will be given at 11:30 and the Pinckney St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Celebration kicks off shortly thereafter. Parade begins (starting at People’s Church and will head east on M36 through downtown Pinckney and around the Town Square)After the parade the pipe bands will gather in the town square and play some of their favorites.
Leprechaun Day @ Canterbury Village (Lake Orion)
Saturday & Sunday, March 15th & 16th: 11am to 5pm
Those tricky leprechauns are headed back to Canterbury Village for our yearly St. Patrick’s Day celebration! They’ll be scattering their lucky coins all over the grounds and as usual we need help finding them! Explore the village and collect up to 10 coins. Bring them back to participating shops for a prize. there will also be bounce houses, magic shows and Irish dancers.
St. Patrick’s Day Parade (Royal Oak)
Saturday, March 15th: 12pm
Parade starts at Royal Oak Middle School at 12pm. It’ll travel south on Washington Ave, then westbound on West 7th street. Don’t be green with envy. Deck your kids, your pets, your bicycles and wagons in everything green and join us for a family-filled celebration of Irish tradition!
Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day @ Sterling Heights Nature Center (Sterling Heights)
Saturday, March 15th: 11am to 1pm
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a green twist! Dive into the spirit of sustainability as we explore eco-friendly practices and create green-themed crafts using recycled and natural materials. Learn practical tips for reducing waste and conserving resources while enjoying fun, hands-on, activities that highlight the importance of environmental stewardship.
Leprechaun Treasure Hunt (Brighton)
Saturday, March 15th: 2pm to 3:30pm
The SELCRA Leprechaun needs your help searching for GOLD! This fun St. Patrick’s Day event includes a craft, games, Leprechaun Gold hunt, and a goodie bag.
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