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2023 St. Patrick's Day Events

and more!

By Mary Anne Plauda, Publisher Macaroni Kid Naperville March 9, 2023





Naperville St. Patrick's Day Parade is March 11, 2023. The Naperville St. Patrick's Day Parade 2023 at 10:00 am.
WSI's St. Patrick's Day Parade is a family event celebrating Irish heritage and culture. It attracts over 3,000 participants and 15,000 spectators to downtown Naperville. The Parade starts at 10:00 AM from the corner of Mill Street and Ogden Avenue, proceeded south on Mill to Jefferson, crossing over to Main St., and ends at Water Street.







🏃St. Paddy’s Day 5K

March 11, 2023 8:00 am

Come one, come all, and take on the 5K together regardless of your age or how fast you will run. This is a fun event that you are all sure to enjoy! The St Paddy’s Day run supports Naperville’s local charities and gives us the ability to give back internationally too. 

All ages. The race starts at 8 AM. Starting location is Centennial Beach.

https://saintpaddysday5k.com/


☘️Shamrock Gnome
March 11, 202311:00 am - 1:00 pm
Pinot’s Palette175 Jackson Ave#123Naperville IL 60540
Pinot’s Palette is a pioneer of the paint-and-sip experience – a revolutionary way to enjoy art and wine, meet new people, and bond with friends.
Guests enjoy a no-experience-required art class—all supplies included—directed by trained, local artists, who guide guests step-by-step through a featured painting.
$39 per guest
Register for Class
https://littlebrushes.com/class/672330


☘️St. Patrick’s Day Sparkles for Kids & Tweens
March 11, 202312:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Make Up First232 South Washington StreetNaperville IL 60565
Calling all glitter lovers! Make Up First is hosting a glitter party for kids and tweens. Come visit us on March 11th  for glitter hair braiding, mini makeup applications, hair tinsel & treats. Be sure to snap some photos in our Instagramable studio while you’re all glammed and glittered!
Children
$10 - $30
Register here to pay online, or pay in person the day of!
https://www.makeupfirst.com/workshops/stpats-sparkles


☘️Hometown Irish Parade
March 12, 20231:00 pm
Downtown Plainfield  IL 60544
Hosted by the Village Preservation Association, this annual Irish parade takes place in downtown Plainfield. The family area features face painting, bounce houses, vendors, local food trucks, and entertainment by bagpipe bands and Irish dance groups. The parade steps off from Plainfield High School.
All ages

https://plainfieldirishparade.org/


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