St. Patrick's Day in Overland Park

It's March, which means it’s time to raise a glass, enjoy some festive bites, and party in true Irish fashion!

These high-energy events and classic Irish pubs are sure to make your holiday feel extra lucky. Keep reading to find out when and where to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Overland Park.

A lion mascot in a green suit waves to the crowd during the downtown Overland Park St. Patrick's Day parade

Downtown Overland Park's St. Patrick's Day Parade

Get ready to embrace all things green at the 2026 St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Downtown Overland Park!

Kicking off at 10 AM on Saturday, March 7 (rain or shine) this beloved tradition brings festive floats, live music, and plenty of Irish spirit to the heart of the city.

The parade begins at 79th & Floyd, making its way west on 79th Street before heading south on Santa Fe Drive to the roundabout.

After the parade, keep the celebration going by grabbing a bite and a pint at one of Overland Park’s fantastic local pubs and bars.

Rainbow Cupcake Class at Taste Buds Kitchen

Got the kids with you? No problem! Get them excited for St. Patrick’s Day with a fun and festive Caregiver & Me Cooking Class at Taste Buds Kitchen!

On Saturday, March 14 at 9 AM, you and your little chef can whip up colorful rainbow cupcakes while creating sweet memories together.

This hands-on class is perfect for kids and their caregivers to mix, bake, and decorate in a fun, welcoming environment.

Tickets are $35 per child, with a caregiver included. Click here to reserve your spot before they're gone!

St. Patrick's Week at Barley's Kitchen + Tap

Over at Barley's Kitchen + Tap, you don't have to wait until March 17th to start celebrating!

They're serving up Irish flavors and festive drinks that'll have you raising your glass to good fortune.

Food specials this year include potato skins, reuben egg rolls, fish & chips, corned beef and cabbage, and a reuben sandwich.

Pair your meal with one of their rotating drink specials and keep the party going all night long!

Kansas City St. Patrick's Day Parade & Celebrations

Head over to Westport in Kansas City for the 52nd Annual Kansas City St. Patrick's Day Parade!

The parade kicks off at 11:30 AM on Broadway Boulevard and West 33rd Street. The route continues down Broadway and ends on W 43rd Street in Westport.

Stick around afterwards for food, drinks, outdoor beer gardens, sidewalk cafés, live entertainment and so much more.

Irish Eats and Drinks

Conroy’s Public House

Authentic Irish pub serving the best of Irish and American cuisines and an extensive selection of beverages.

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O’Neill’s Restaurant and Bar

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with Irish-inspired food and drinks at this popular Leawood bar and restaurant.

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Kelly’s Westport Inn

Head to Westport to experience Kansas City’s oldest building and sip a pint in this iconic Irish pub.

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A proud Jayhawk and lifelong Kansan, Samantha Travis is the face behind Visit Overland Park's social media channels. With a journalism degree from the University of Kansas, she’s turned her passion for storytelling into a career by sharing the best of Overland Park through blog and social content. Her day-to-day might include discovering a new art exhibit, meeting with local business owners, or hunting down the best BBQ in town. Her mission? To turn every visitor into an Overland Park superfan, one post at a time.

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