Detroit St. Patrick's Day Parade guide: Time, route, activities, and more
DETROIT (FOX 2) - Get your green ready! It's St. Patrick's Day Parade time in Detroit's Corktown.
The holiday tradition steps off Sunday afternoon. Headed there? Here's what to know:
Detroit St. Patrick's Day Parade time
The parade, which will include marching bands, floats, and more, sets up at 12:30 p.m. and starts at 1 p.m.
Ahead of the parade, runners and walkers can participate in the Corktown Races. Race options include a 5K, 1-mile run, and kids' run.
The kids' quarter-mile run begins at 10:30 a.m., followed by the mile run at 10:40 a.m., and the 5K at 11 a.m.
Also Sunday is the Parade Day Mass, which will be held at 10:30 a.m. at Most Holy Trinity Church on Porter Street.
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Detroit St. Patrick's Day Parade Route
The parade begins at Michigan Avenue and 6th, continues west on Michigan and ends at 14th.
Parade day activities
There is a parade family fun zone that requires tickets. Wednesday, March 12 is the last day to purchase tickets.
Family fun zone tickets include:
- Reserved parking
- Hot coffee, hot chocolate, water, and donuts
- Private restrooms
- Live entertainment
- Irish step dancing lessons
- Face painting
- A visit with Roary, Paws, and the Ghostbusters
Tickets are $12 per person or $60 for a family six-pack. Get tickets here.