Irish Celebrations in Indy

Every Irishman's favorite time of year is fast approaching! As St. Patrick's Day draws near, Indianapolis Downtown, Inc. has compiled a number of exciting events going on in Downtown Indianapolis that you simply can not miss. Be sure to check www.indydt.com for more information.

The official run/walk of the holiday is the 19th annual Shamrock Run and Walk March 13 at 9 a.m. The four-mile run and walk course starts on Monument Circle in Downtown Indianapolis and ends in Fountain Square - home of the "Irish Hill." Don't miss one of Indy's oldest Irish traditions! Overall awards will be given to the top three male and female finishers in the competitive run and walk.

It wouldn't be St. Patrick's Day without the annual Hoosier Lottery Greening of the Downtown Canal by Mayor Greg Ballard March 17. The greening begins at 6:45 a.m.

The 30th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade will begin at 11:30 a.m. on March 17. Honor Indianapolis's Irish Citizen of the Year, Rev. Glenn L. O'Connor, at the Parade Tent Party located in the middle of the Parade route on Vermont Street between Meridian and Pennsylvania streets. Festivities begin at 10 a.m. and are FREE.

Parade Route

• Begin at North Street and Pennsylvania Street
• South on Pennsylvania Street to Ohio Street
• West on Ohio Street to Meridian Street
• North on Meridian Street to Michigan Street

The above parade route and surrounding streets will be closed beginning at 9:30 a.m.  The affected streets are expected to reopen by 3 p.m.

St.Patrick's Day Events Downtown

Indianapolis Liederkranz
When: March 12, 6:45 - 10 p.m.
What's Happening: Join in for a pre-St. Patrick's Day celebration with Indy's most popular Irish Tenor, Pat Grant and Celtic fiddling by the Grimes Girls. Doors open at 6:45 p.m. with dinner served A la carte. The show begins at 8 p.m.
Cost & Phone: $12, 782.9216
www.indyliederkranz.org

Battery Park Saloon - 18th Annual St. Patrick's Day Party
When: March 17, 11a.m. - 11 p.m.
What's Happening: Battery Park will offer an all day Irish Buffet, prize giveaways and green beer. The Gordon Pipers will play at 5 p.m. 
Cost & Phone: no cover charge, 237.3388

Claddagh Irish Bar - Shamrock & Roll Tent Party
When: March 17, 10 a.m. - 2 a.m. Tent opens at 11 a.m. 
What's Happening: Live performances will take place in the restaurant as well as the tent. Live entertainment includes Jason Burke, Whiskey Runners, Emily Thompson, Trooper Thorne, Mother Grove and Yellow Rickshaw. 
Cost & Phone: no restaurant cover charge, $5 tent cover charge starting at 3 p.m., 569-3663 
www.claddaghirishpubs.com

Easley Winery - Find your pot of gold at Easley Winery - Free book exchange
When: March 17, noon - 6 p.m.
What's Happening: Enjoy $5/ bowl of cheesy potato soup and free book exchange. All leftover books will be donated to Indy Reads adult literacy program.
Cost & Phone: no cover charge, 636.4516
www.easleywinery.com

Elbow Room Pub
When: March 17, 8 a.m. - Close
What's Happening: Open at 8 a.m. with parade starting outside their front door, corned beef & cabbage, Guinness and green beer all day. 
Cost & Phone: no cover charge, 635. 3354
www.elbowroompub.com

Howl at the Moon St. Paddy's Day Bash
When: March 17, 5 p.m. - Close
What's Happening: $3 16 oz. green beers, half priced car bombs and $10 Irish Tea Bones
Cost & Phone: $5 cover charge, 955.0300
www.howlatthemoon.com

Indianapolis City Market - Mezzanine
When: March 17, 11:15 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.
What's Happening: Celtic fiddling provided by Emily Ann Thompson.
Cost & Phone: no cover charge, 634.9266
www.indycm.com

Iozzo's Garden of Italy
When: March 17, 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.
What's Happening: Chef Kathy Jones will offer corn beef & cabbage, grouper ruebens, Irish whiskey and coffees.
Cost & Phone: no cover charge, 974.1100
www.iozzos.com

Mass Ave. Wine Shoppe
When: March 17, 6 - 8 p.m.
What's Happening: Wacky Wednesday: No blarney...just bliss! Enjoy a chair massage and a 6 oz glass of wine.
Cost & Phone: $10, 972.7966
www.massavewine.com

McCormick & Schmick's Seafood Restaurant
When: March 17, 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.
What's Happening: A live bag piper will play during happy hour from 4 - 6 p.m. Drink specials include $2.50 Guinness pints, the Leprechaun Kiss and the Chocolate Kiss.
Cost & Phone: no cover charge, 631.9500
www.mccormickandschmicks.com

The Naptown Restaurant and Wine Bar
When: March 17, 4 p.m. - midnight
What's Happening: $15 per person St. Patrick's Day inspired buffet, beer specials and a performance by Mud Jones & Friends.
Cost & Phone: no cover charge, 423.3154
www.naptownjuice.com

O'Reilley's Irish Bar
When: March 17, 6 a.m. - Close
What's Happening: Opening at 6 a.m. and will serve a full Irish breakfast. Green beer will be served starting at 7 a.m. A full Irish menu along with drink specials and prize giveaways will begin at 11 a.m. and will last all day. There will also be the annual moustache contest with cash prizes starting at 9 p.m.
Cost & Phone: no cover charge, 974.0674
www.oreillysirishbar.com

The Rathskellar Restaurant - 13th Annual Indianapolis Downtown Irish Fest
When: March 17, 11 a.m. - Close
What's Happening: Live performances from Brian Cunningham & The Irish Aires, The Irish Dancers of Indianapolis, The Gordon Pipers, Polka Boy and Zanna Doo. Authentic Irish food will be served along with $6 20 oz Guinness, Harp and Smithwicks.
Cost & Phone: no cover charge, 636.0396
www.rathskeller.com

R bistro
When: March 17 - 20, Dinner served from 5 - 10 p.m.
What's Happening: Chef Regina will offer an Irish theme dinner throughout the week of St. Patrick's Day.
Cost & Phone: no cover charge, 423.0312
www.rbistro.com

Scotty's Brewhouse St. Patrick's Day Party
When: March 17, 11 a.m. - Close
What's Happening: Tent party on the patio with heaters, 70 plasma TVs and live band Living Proof. Drink specials include $4 16 oz Coors Lite pints, $5 16 oz. Guinness, Harp and Smithwicks pints, $6 Irish Car Bombs and $7 20 oz. Guinness, Harp and Smithwiths Draughts (patrons will also be able to keep the 20 oz. glass!) Food specials include Guinness Steak and Cheese and corned beef and cabbage. Regular food menu also provided.
Cost & Phone: no cover charge, 571.0808
www.scottysbrewhouse.com

TeaPots n Treasures
When: March 17, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
What's Happening: Stop in for a complimentary cuppa' Patrick's green tea!
Cost & Phone: FREE, 687.TPOT
www.teapots4u.com

Please note all activities were submitted to Indianapolis Downtown, Inc.

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