Shamrockin’ Fun for Kids: 5 St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations in Milwaukee šŸ€(2023)

St. Patrickā€™s Day is a fun-filled holiday celebrated by people of all ages, and Milwaukee has a plethora of events to mark the occasion.

However, not all St Patrickā€™s Day events are best suited for families with young children. It can be frustrating to spend time searching for events only to realize they arenā€™t age-appropriate.

But fear not!

Weā€™ve compiled a guide to St. Patrickā€™s Day events in Milwaukee that are perfect for kids and families.

From parades to parties and more, this list has everything you need to know to plan your familyā€™s perfect St. Patrickā€™s Day celebration.

So, put on your green attire and get ready for some fun-filled family activities in Milwaukee!


St Patrickā€™s Celebrations for Kids in Milwaukee

1. 50th Annual St. Patrickā€™s Day Parade

Saturday, March 11, 2023 at 12:00 p.m.
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The 55th Shamrock Club of Wisconsin St. Patrickā€™s Day Parade presented by Miller Lite returns to downtown Milwaukee on Saturday, March 11, 2023 at noon!

Featuring over 100 units including Irish dance groups, pipe and drum corps, local dignitaries and more, the Parade is one of Milwaukeeā€™s oldest and favorite traditions.

The Parade steps off at North MLK Drive and West Wisconsin Avenue, traveling through downtownā€™s entertainment districts and ending at Water Street and Highland Avenue.

2. Irish Heritage Night with the Milwaukee Bucks

March 22, 2023 at 7:00 p.m.
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Join the Milwaukee Bucks & Celtic MKE as they celebrate Irish Heritage Night at Fiserv Forum.

Your Milwaukee Bucks will take on the Spurs for a 7:00pm matchup jam packed with activations highlighting Irish Heritage.

The first 50 to purchase through this link, will receive a Bucks Irish Heritage Night hat.

3. Irish Family Day: Passport to Ireland

Sunday, March 12, 2023Ā fromĀ 11:00AMĀ to 2:30PM
CelticMKE Center
1532 N. Wauwatosa Avenue, Wauwatosa
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This yearā€™s ā€œPassport to Irelandā€ theme will transform all three levels of the CelticMKE Center into Irish destinationsĀ for children and families.

Families will ā€˜travelā€™ to nine different counties of Ireland and Northern Ireland. Each county will feature an interactiveĀ activity which celebrates IrishĀ culture, history, and traditions. Children will get their passports stamped along the way, earning a prize at the end of their journey.

Enjoy a variety of Irish dance performancesĀ and keep a look out for a wandering Irish storyteller!

At the Celtic Cafe, there will be lunch and snack options available.

4. St. Patrickā€™s Day Party at VIBEZ

VIBEZ Creative Art Studio at Bayshore Mall is hosting a St. Patrickā€™s Day party that includes St. Patrick inspired arts & crafts, green slushies, and games.

Find out more.

5. Lucky Little Leprechaun Party

A Kid at Heart Playland in Germantown is hosting a St. Patrickā€™s Day Party for kids that includes play time, snacks, crafts, and a Leprechaun Trap craft.

Milwaukee offers a wide range of St. Patrickā€™s Day events for families with children of all ages.
Whether youā€™re looking for a parade, parties, or crafts, thereā€™s something for everyone to enjoy.
By following our guide, you can easily plan a St. Patrickā€™s Day celebration that your family will remember for years to come.
So donā€™t hesitate to join in the festive spirit and take part in some of the amazing events that Milwaukee has to offer.
Happy St. Patrickā€™s Day!
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About the author

In 2013, Calie Herbst, a former teacher with three little ones, saw a need for a ā€œOne Stop Shopā€ for family fun in Milwaukee. So she founded Milwaukee With Kids. Her goal was to find the best this city has to offer families and share it with other parents. In one place. In 2019, she published "Exploring Milwaukee WIth Kids", a comprehensive Milwaukee travel guide for families and kids. She appears regularly on WISN News, Fox 6's 'Real Milwaukee', B93.3, and Wisconsin Morning News. She has been featured in Medium, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, NPR, the Wisconsin Jewish Chronicle, and on CBS 58 News. Calie is available for hosting, moderating and media appearances.

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