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Leprechaun Chase – A 10K Run with a Twist. The Leprechaun Chase isn’t just a 10K with kilt-wearing bagpipers—this is a chase of lads versus lasses. The race kicks off with the lasses in the first wave, followed by the lads (5½ minutes later.) Whoever crosses the finish line first wins the coveted Leprechaun Chase Green Jacket. Who will it be this year? The pot o’ gold is in your court
Rumor has it the Leprechaun stopped at the Toy Store, but left his gold behind!! Its our job to dig through all of the textures and textiles to find it!! Join us for a make your own St. Pat's themed sensory bin!! This is a FREE, all ages event! First come, first serve, while supplies last
This festive race winds through historic downtown Council Bluffs, with the finish line located at the Historic 100 Block. We encourage St. Patrick’s Day attire to fit the shamrock themed run. Call your friends, bring your family and join us for the best event this side of the rainbow!
At the end of every rainbow is a Leprechaun's Playdoh world just waiting for you to dig your hands in!! Join as we mix and create our very own playdoh, then add everything St. Patty's themed to keep your leprechaun happy in his jar!! This is a FREE, all ages event! First come, first serve, while supplies last.
Stop by the Makerspace to learn about the process of 3D Printing! Take home a small 3D printed item. Pot of Gold! This is a drop-in program. Pop by any time between 2 and 4 p.m.
Stop by the store and visit the end of the rainbow! Local storyteller Miss M will be there to tell tall tales of leprechauns, magic, and treasure. Then, kids will get to craft their own treasures to take home. It's sure to be an enchanting experience!
Stop by the Makerspace to learn about the process of 3D Printing! Take home a small 3D printed item. Pot of Gold! This is a drop-in program. Pop by any time between 2 and 4 p.m.
Stop by the Makerspace to learn about the process of 3D Printing! Take home a small 3D printed item. Pot of Gold! This is a drop-in program. Pop by any time between 2 and 4 p.m.
Get ready for a pot of FUN!! Join for our Decorate a Shamrock Cookie & Storytime and bring a little luck into your life!! Shamrocks are said to bring good fortune, and we're giving you a chance to make your own lucky charm- a deliciously decorated clover cookie!! This is a FREE, all ages event!! First come, first serve, while supplies last!!
Celebrate St Patrick's Day with us all weekend long! They will have food and drink specials Saturday, Sunday & Monday
Let's get Sham-Rocking! Please join us for the 9th Annual Shamrock 5k Run /Walk in Aksarben Village.
The Nebraska weather has always been crazy! March is going to be here soon and St. Patrick's Day is great way to get outside and enjoy the weather.
They are bringing you the Shamrock Run to start your day off running and jump start your St. Patrick’s Day. Bring your green and orange and everything fun!
This is a family friendly event for participants of all ages and skill levels. The course will be along the Keystone Trail next to the Little Papillion Creek, one of the flattest areas of Omaha. The post-race activities will take place at Backlot Taphouse with lots of giveaways.
The Annual Blarney Stone 5K is back for 2025. We are introducing a new venue to the event. The Pint 9 & Kros Strain Breweries located in LaVista, NE. will be our hosts to this great event Our course will be the West Papio Trail directly behind the breweries.
Get ready for a fun and creative cookie decorating class with Susie from Susie’s Sweet Shoppe. This class will introduce air brushing techniques on decorated sugar cookies. No experience needed. Whether you’re new to cookie decorating or looking to take your skills to the next level, this class is the perfect way to get inspired, learn new techniques, and have a great time. All supplies included!
Each ticket includes All You Can Eat Pancakes, Sausage and Drink. The Pancake Man will be serving from 9am-2pm. Adults $15, Children $10. Bake Sale, Silent Auction, and Raffle.
Join the Tangier Shriners for a plate full of traditional style corned beef and cabbage. It's the perfect combination to celebrate the luck of the Irish!
Celebrate Saint Patrick's Day in Downtown Fremont!
Drop-in to create your own St. Patrick’s Day colorful rainbows. Parental participation required. While supplies last.
At the end of every rainbow is a pot o' ooey gooey slime!! Join for a super fun make your own St. Patrick's Day Slime event!! This is a FREE, all ages event!!
This is a St. Patrick’s Day themed service event for kids, ages 9 - 11. If the weather is good, we’ll be having a great time enjoying the fresh air and getting some exercise by picking up litter around the Millard Public Library. We will also have fun in a meeting room in the library making ‘no littering’ signs that will be posted around Omaha later. Each kid who attends will be entered in a raffle to win one of five St. Patrick’s Day themed prizes, and the first 24 to arrive will receive a goodie bag. Wear gold, green, and silly St. Patrick’s Day accessories! Disposable gloves will be provided. Please wear a jacket if you think it will be a bit chilly. Hope to see you there!
The Omaha Hell Hounds sponsored by Nebraska Brewing Company and the American Medieval Combat Federation are bringing back St. Patrick's Brawl for 2025! Because last year was so successful, they wanted to up the ante. This year they are bringing you SIX teams for a round robin melee tournament! A portion of gross ticket sales will be going towards a local charity here in the Omaha area, so again, they thank you all for making this happen!
Annual charity event is the best way to start off the Saint Patrick's Day Season in Omaha. Live entertainment and dinner. $20/Adults, $8/Kids. $5 entry if no food ticket purchased.
Leprechaun Sensory Jar
St. Patrick's Day Hedgehog Craft
5k/10k/Half Marathon registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal! 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal! The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)
The 148th Annual Omaha St Patrick’s Parade hosted by the Sarpy County chapter of the Ancient Order of Hibernians!
The Omaha Organization for the Purpose of Storytelling (OOPS) will have a special storytelling night at the library! Join as we listen to Irish folktales and stories. FREE! All ages are welcome!
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Kipp with green lighting, shamrock tattoos, free face painting (4:30–8 PM), balloon drops at 5:30 PM & 6:30 PM, festive photo ops, and a disco-style dance party throughout the day. Members: Free | Nonmembers: Regular admission applies
Come and celebrate the luck of the Irish! Miss Tina will read a few St Patrick's Day stories, followed by a luck-themed guided yoga and a "charm"-ing craft project. Who needs a pot of gold when you've got your favorite local toy store!
St. Patrick's Day Slime
Finishing off spring break with a party for our littlest library guests! Come feel happy and lucky at this preschool party as make crafts and play games. Feel free to dress up in your favorite green or rainbow themed outfit! Ideal for ages 2-6 and their guardians
Whether you're ready to tackle the 5K or 10k, or prefer a light 1-mile walk - bring the whole family for this festive event, you'll be running with purpose—building a healthier, stronger Fremont for all. Don your best green gear and Irish-inspired costume for our special best-dressed contest, where the top leprechaun will win a gift card to a local business! After the race, join inside the YMCA Camp for refreshments, awards ceremonies, and plenty of community spirit as we celebrate our top finishers in each age category with medals and prizes.
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