Fifth Ave Decor

Fifth Avenue Fifth Avenue 44th–49th Street,

Swanky stores on and around Fifth Avenue are especially eye-catching during the holidays. Go early in the day or weekdays if possible to avoid heavy crowds (or visit during pedestrian-only Sundays). Use our decor map  to look for: * 150 live trees atop 50 custom silver platforms line the sidewalks from 47th - 59th streets,…

Lotte New York Palace Tree

Lotte New York Palace 455 Madison Ave at W 50th Street,

This gorgeous, classy tree in the neo-Italian Renaissance courtyard of the historic landmark Villard Mansion (now Lotte New York Palace Hotel) has Rockefeller Center and the St. Patrick’s Cathedral in the background. Go inside the grand lobby and down the stairs to see a stunning gingerbread rendition of the hotel (plus some of the best…

Park Slope Tree Lighting

J.J. Byrne Playground 4th Street between Fourth & Fifth Ave, Brookyln

Park Slope's Small Business group hosts its annual tree lighting event, with touch-a-truck, carol singing with the Park Slope Conservancy, photo with Santa, Bubble Dad, Music with Patrick, Churros from Simple Loaf Bakehouse Mexican Hot Chocolate from Chela and more.

Enchanted

Jacob Burns Film Center 364 Manville Road, Pleasantville

See a beloved musical and make Valentine’s Day cards (art supplies provided). Banished by an evil queen, Princess Giselle (Amy Adams) from a fairy-tale world lands in modern Manhattan, where music, magic and “happily ever after” are sorely lacking. She is adrift in this strange new place until a divorce lawyer (Patrick Dempsey) comes to…

Suggested Ages: 6 to 14+
🎟 $11, $9/children

St. Pat’s for All Parade 2024

Sunnyside 43rd Street & Skillman Ave, Queens

Celebrate the diversity of the Irish and Irish American communities of New York with an inclusive St. Patrick's parade. This event embraces LGBT contingents, community groups, children's bands, Irish organizations, and religious and civic groups, all in celebration of Ireland. Route: 43 Street and Skillman Avenue to 58 Street and Woodside Avenue.

Keepsakes: Ireland

6 River Terrace South end of River Terrace,

Prep for St. Patrick's Day with the Irish Arts Center. Create an Irish keepsake to take home plus watch live performance and dance with violinist Liz Hanley and friends. RSVP online in advance.

Craic Kids Fest (aka Kids Fleadh)

Village East Cinemas 181-189 2nd Avenue,

See short films from Irish fillmakers that range from animation, live action and comedy, followed by Irish Step Dancing by the McManus Dance company at this pre-St. Patrick's Day festival.

Suggested Ages: 5 to 14+
🎟 $18

Throggs Neck St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Throggs Neck E. Tremont & Lafayette Avenue, Bronx

The Throggs Neck Benevolent Association's annual St. Patrick's Day Parade heads down East Tremont, toward Harding Avenue, and turns right onto Harding Avenue. The celebration continues after the parade, with Irish food, music, and activities.

Eastchester’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Lake Isle Country Club 660 White Plains Rd, Eastchester

Join community groups, dance troupes, marching bands and more to celebrate St Patrick's Day with the Eastchester Irish American Social Club (EIASC). The parade starts at 3pm from the Immaculate Conception School and proceeds north on Main Street, Eastchester. At the White Plains Road intersection, it continues north on White Plains Road to Lake Isle…

Free Green O’riginal Glazed Doughnuts

Krispy Kreme Times Square Flagship 1601 Broadway at W 48th Street,

Visit any Krispy Kreme shop wearing green & get a free Green O’riginal Glazed doughnuts (while supplies last). More St. Patrick's Day themed doughnuts available for purchase include Luck of the Rainbow Doughnut, Shamrock Cookies ‘n Kreme, Plaid Party and Shooting Shamrock.

Luck Of The Hill

Ridge Hill One Ridge Hill Boulevard, Yonkers

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with an evening full of Irish flair featuring special performances, live music, beer, festive gear and more. At 6 pm, the Cunningham Brothers play festive St Paddy’s Day music. At 6:40 pm The Irish Dance Company & Deidre O’Mara School of Dance share a traditional step dance performance. At 7 pm,…

St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Fifth Avenue Fifth Avenue 44th–49th Street,

Get out your green finery and watch this festive procession of bagpipers, bands, and more. The parade starts at 44th Street & Fifth Avenue at 11 am and gets to 79th Street about an hour later. Avoid the midtown crowds by watching anywhere on Fifth Avenue north of 66th Street. Around 4:30pm at 79th Street…

St. Patrick’s Open Day

Irish Arts Center 553 W 51 Street,

Enjoy a free day of Irish arts and culture, with traditional music and dance performances, workshops and demos, children’s crafts and activities, and a sampling of the Irish Art Center's multidisciplinary educational offerings. This event is sold out. Please sign up for the waitlist to be notified if tickets become available.

40 Shades of Green: New York’s St. Patrick’s Day Gathering

New York Irish Center 1040 Jackson Avenue, Queens

Stop by any time within the 6 hours of continuous music, dance, and joyous mingling presented by the NY Irish Center. Performers include Donie Carroll, Bronagh and Bob Batch, Tim Connell, Colin Harte, Connor Delves, Peter Maguire, John McDermott, Tara O'Grady, Fiona Walsh, Lowri Clancy Davies, Daniella Rabbani, Tony Perry, Darrah Carr Dance, and the…

St. Patrick’s Day at Chelsea Market

Chelsea Market 75 Nineth Avenue at W 15th Street,

Enjoy live music, traditional Irish Step dancing, and food and drink specials. Amy’s Bread sells Traditional Irish Soda Bread Rings Soda Bread Rings, St. Patrick’s Day Cupcakes, Guinness Cakes with Bailey’s Frosting, and Sourdough Boules with Shamrock Stencils Dickson’s Farmstand Meats serves Green Beers, Corned Beef & Cabbage, and other menu specials all day. Creamline,…

Brooklyn St Patrick’s Day Parade

Bartel-Pritchard Square Prospect Park Southwest & Prospect West, Brooklyn

Join the oldest St. Patrick's Parade in Brooklyn with music, marching bands, face painting, Irish dancers, and antique cars. The parade runs southwest from Bartel-Pritchard Square to Prospect Park southwest.

St. Patrick’s Day Slime & Cupcake Decorating

Play Street Museum 805 Columbus Avenue at W 100th St,

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day at a new hands-on museum/play space. In addition to playtime, make a batch of rainbow slime and decorate a rainbow cupcake. Remember to wear or bring socks for the play session. Socks will be available for purchase upon arrival if forgotten.

Suggested Ages: All
🎟 $45/child, $10/adult

St. Patrick’s Day at Time Out

 Time Out Market NY 55 Water Street, Brooklyn

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day at Time Out Market New York with Irish cheer, delicious food, and live entertainment. The party starts with DJ DWAI from 2-5 pm with a Time Out St. Patrick's Day Raffle and Prize Wheel. At 5 pm, the Brooklyn Irish Dance Company will grace the stage.

Leprechaun Scavenger Hunt

Lasdon Park Arboretum & Memorial 2610 NY-35, Katonah

Join a hunt for the Lasdon Leprechaun on St. Patrick's Day. Look for clues and try to find his pot of gold. Program will include a guided walk, festive cookie decorating, and a craft. Lots to explore in this 234-acre public park including 50 fairy homes on woodland path Fairy Hollow.

Suggested Ages: All
🎟 $20

Yonkers St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Emerald Mile Hyatt& McLean Avenues, Yonkers

Join a family & community based parade on the famed “Emerald Mile,” home to of Irish culture, music, dance & the many families who have come here from Ireland & found a welcoming home in Yonkers.