St. Patrick’s Day events bring a taste of Ireland to Greater Lansing

The leprechauns are looming, the Guinness taps are flowing, and the city of Chicago is preparing to dye its river green. Locally, the Lansing area is gearing up to help residents of all ages celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a selection of concerts, bar crawls and more leading up to the holiday on Monday (March 17). So, don some tartan clothing, break out the shamrock-themed accessories and get ready to paint the town green.

Friday, March 14

TGIF St. Patrick’s Shake Your Shamrock Dance Party - Wear your luck of the Irish green! Doors open at 7 p.m., line dance lesson at 7:15 p.m., dance runs 8 p.m.-midnight. Hawk Hollow Banquet Center, 15101 Chandler Road, Bath. tgifdance.com.

Saturday, March 15

Children’s Cultural Concert Series: McCartney Irish Dance Studio - Haslett’s McCartney Irish Dance is dedicated to promoting and preserving the tradition of Irish dance through classes and performances. All are welcome at the studio. 11 a.m. Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbot Road, East Lansing. cityofeastlansing.com/137/Childrens-Cultural-Concert-Series.

Glitzy Green Party - Families are invited to join us for a festive time before the St. Patrick’s Day parade. We’ll have crafts and our Library Land game available while you wait for the parade to begin. 12:30-2 p.m. Grand Ledge Area District Library, 131 E. Jefferson St., Grand Ledge. gladl.org.

Grand Ledge St. Patrick’s Day Parade - Enjoy festivities at Bridge Street Plaza from 1-3 p.m., including green beer and Girl Scout cookies for purchase, as well as additional vendors. Parade begins at 2 p.m. and runs along Bridge Street. Additionally, the American Legion will host an Irish stew cookoff from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. grandledgechamber.com/stpatsparade.php.

Lansing’s Best St. Patrick’s Day Weekend Bar Crawl - Join fellow enthusiasts as we traverse through the lively streets, immersing ourselves in the dynamic local bar scene. 4-10 p.m. Register at eventbrite.com/o/paddyhardcom-12947091644 to receive information on locations.

The Official Lucky’s St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl - Bring your crew, wear your green and get ready for an evening full of green drinks, shamrocks and epic bar-hopping fun. 4-10 p.m. Meet at Lansing Brewing Co., 518 E. Shiawassee St., Lansing. crawlwith.us/lansing/stpattys.

The Swift Brothers and Smokey Bear at the Irish Pub - The Swift Brothers reunite for a special performance in honor of St. Patrick’s Day. They’ll play at 4 p.m., with Smokey Bear taking the stage at 8 p.m. 1910 W. Saginaw St., Lansing. facebook.com/IrishPubLansing.

Time2Play + McCartney Irish Dance - Our annual St Patick’s Day rock ‘n’ roll event! As a special treat, joining us will be the celebrated McCartney Irish Dance! Doors 5 p.m., show 6:30 p.m. UrbanBeat, 1213 Turner St., Lansing. urbanbeatevents.com.

Sunday, March 16

Lansing’s Best St. Patrick’s Day Weekend Bar Crawl - Join fellow enthusiasts as we traverse through the lively streets, immersing ourselves in the dynamic local bar scene. 4-10 p.m. Register at eventbrite.com/o/paddyhardcom-12947091644 to receive information on locations.

St. Patty’s Folk & Bluegrass Jam - Featuring Irish party band Fein, the McCartney Irish Dancers, traditional Celtic music by Fresh Pict and other special guests, plus an acoustic jam! 2-5 p.m. Woldumar Nature Center, 5739 Old Lansing Road, Lansing. facebook.com/folkgrass.

Monday, March 17

Clay Pot Leprechaun Hats - Transform a simple clay pot into an adorable leprechaun hat using paint and ribbons to make a charming decoration. All ages. 4:30 p.m. Grand Ledge Area District Library, 131 E. Jefferson St., Grand Ledge. gladl.org.

St. Patrick’s Day Irish Song Singalong - You’re invited to spend St. Patrick’s Day singing Irish songs with song leaders Michael McConeghy, Abbey Hoffman and Sally Potter. Lyric sheets provided. 7:30 p.m. The Robin Theatre, 1105 S. Washington Ave., Lansing. tenpoundfiddle.org.