Dublin, Ohio is hosting St. Patrick’s Day a little early with a full day of all things Irish on Saturday, March 13, 2010. The day begins with the Lion’s Club Pancake Breakfast from 7-11 a.m. at Sells Middle School. Breakfast is $6 for adults and $4 for children under 12.
Walk off the Pancakes with the St. Patrick’s Day Parade beginning at 11 a.m. at Metro Center Plaza. The parade will last approximately 90 minutes and ends in Historic Dublin.
After the Parade, hop across the Scioto to The American Cancer Society Blarney Hop at The Shoppes at River Ridge. From noon – 4 p.m., you’ll enjoy entertainment including Shamrock Club of Columbus Pipes and Drums, Dublin Dance and Gymnastics performers, dance troupes, and more. There will be kids’ events including balloon art, face painting, arts and crafts, inflatables, and photos with Scooby-Doo, Elmo, Clifford the Big Red Dog, and more. Adults may enjoy the potato and pansy-potting at Oakland Nursey and the Horse-drawn carriage rides. Food will be available from La Scala (grab and go menu only), Montgomery Inn, Pino Gelato, Dave’s Dogs and more, Bruegger’s Bagels, Roosters, and Raising Canes.
Whether you can make it to the event or not, you can take part in The Blarney Hop Raffle with a $5 suggested donation per ticket or 5 for $20 suggested donation. All raffle proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society. You may also acquire raffle tickets by calling 1-888-227-6446, ext. 3205. The drawing will be held June 13, 8:00 A.M. at the Relay For Life of Dublin, Dublin Jerome High School. You do not need to be present to win.
From 4-7 p.m., The Brazenhead will be jumping with a lively performance by Mythica–a high energy, award-winning Celtic, World & acoustic rock band. Enjoy a pint and (more) Irish fare. Seating is limited. Call 614/792-3738 for more information.
Indian Run Elementary School PTO (80 W. Bridge St.), will hold a “ShamrAuction” silent auction and raffle from 6 to 8 p.m. There are TONS of incredible items to bid on. Seriously, tons. There will be complimentary desserts as well as childcare in the library.
Nice post with great details about Dublin’s St. Pat’s events this Saturday. If your readers are looking for more great places to eat while in town … there are at least 8 restaurants within walking distance in the heart of Historic Dublin, as well as great treat shops and coffee/tea houses. Many even feature Irish goodies (year-round) like Dublin Village Tavern’s signature chowder, Irish egg rolls and Irish Car Bomb Brownie; and TehKu Tea Company’s Colcannon Potato Chowder and “Kiss Me I’m Not Irish Tea.” Don’t forget to visit treat shops like Sisters Sweet Shop for free samples!
Thanks Mary – I appreciate the additional details for Dublin! All of that sounds great!