INDIANAPOLIS – If you weren't aware, downtown Indy will be jam-packed this weekend. With the NCAA Tournament and St. Patrick's Day events, there is no reason you shouldn't find something to pique your interest.
St. Patrick's Day Parade and Block Party
Downtown - North and Pennsylvania Streets
Friday at 10 a.m.
If you need an excuse to take a day off, Friday will bring you plenty. Grab your friends and family and head down to the annual St. Patrick’s Day parade. It will feature high school bands, floats, Irish dancers, bag pipe bands and Irish organizations. A block party on Vermont Street with live entertainment, food and interactive displays will follow the parade.
More information can be found here.
St. Patty's Scavenger Hunt
Indianapolis City Market – 222 E. Market Street
Friday at 10 a.m.
This one is just for the kids, but you could always join in. Written clues will help guide you through the scavenger hunt, and afterward you’ll have the chance to create a shamrock stamping art project and more.
More information can be found here.
Ballet Hispanico - Discover Latin Dance
The Center for the Performing Arts - 1 Center Green
Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m.
This is your chance to learn more about the Latin culture through dance. Ballet Hispánico has played in over 11 countries and is on its way to Indianapolis. The New York-based company is comprised of dancers from places like Venezuela, Cuba, Trinidad, Puerto Rico, Mexico, Spain, Brazil, Argentina, and Colombia.
More information can be found here.
Brickworld Indy LEGO Expo
Indiana State Fairgrounds – 1202 E. 38th Street
Saturday and Sunday at 10 a.m.
Does your little one dream of becoming a LEGO building mastermind? Brickworld will allow them to see millions of LEGO creations that will hopefully inspire their own.
More information can be found here.
Beauty and the Beast - Disney Costume and Tea Party
IMAX Theatre – 650 W. Washington Street
Saturday at 10 a.m.
You’re not the only person excited for “Beauty and the Beast” to hit theaters – so is the team at the IMAX Theater inside the Indiana State Museum. They will host a preshow Disney-themed costume and tea party serving items from Tina’s Traditional Old English Tearoom. The event will also feature a photo backdrop and activities available for the little princes and princesses dressed in costumes.
More information can be found here.
Kid's Night Out - St. Patrick's Day
The Irsay Family at the YMCA CityWay – 430 S. Alabama Street
Saturday at 5 p.m.
If you plan to extend your St. Patty’s Day celebration into the weekend, this may be the perfect spot for your kids to have fun while you’re out. Those ages 5-12 will enjoy pizza, free gym time, games and movies.
More information can be found here.