St. Patrick's Day is almost upon us and there are several events happening in NOVA for you to celebrate. So grab your best green attire and head out to experience the fun in the Northern Virginia area.
Washington, DC— St. Patrick's Day Parade
March 17th, NOON to 3 PM
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a parade down Constitution Avenue— 7th to 17th streets NW. Including Irish musicians, dancers, and singers, this parade is meant to celebrate the culture of all things Irish.
Fredericksburg— St. Patrick's Day Parade
March 16th, NOON
Spotsylvania County Business Park, 3300 Dill Smith Dr.
The 11th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade kicks off at noon with fire trucks, classic cars, high school marching bands, and even Irish dancers. If you've got the time before the parade, come listen to Irish songs beginning at 11 AM. There will be shamrock face painting, a craft table, a magician performance and the typical Irish fare of corned beef and cabbage from 10:30 AM to 2 PM for $5. Proceeds from the meals benefit local volunteer fire and rescue departments. The event is happening in the Spotsylvania Business Park, a mile from downtown Fredericksburg; the parade finishes at Blue & Gray Brewing.
Fairfax— Natalie MacMaster St. Patrick's Day Concert
March 17th, 7-10 PM
George Mason University Center for the Arts, 4400 University Drive
You will not want to miss this musical Celtic celebration with Natalie MacMaster who is known for her step-dancing, fiddling, and Celtic, bluegrass, and folk music. MacMaster has released 10 solo albums and even done collaborations with such artists as Alison Krauss, Yo-Yo Ma, and Carlos Santana. Just in time for St. Patrick's Day, come listen to the Celtic sounds of this Grammy-nominated musician in NOVA. Admission Fees: $34, $42, $50.
Purcellville— 2013 Taste of Ireland
March 15th, 6-10 PM
Notaviva Vineyards, 13274 Sagle Road
Great Irish food, music, and fun is planned at this St. Patrick's Day event on March 15th. There will be cheese samples from Kerrygold Irish Dairy Board and an authentic Irish meal of corned beef and cabbage, Colcannon, and grasshopper parfaits, all served with Irish soda bread. Live music included with Danny Burns and Aine O'Doherty who just opened for Gaelic Storm at The Birchmere. Tickets are $29 per person.
Gaithersburg— St. Patrick's Day Parade
March 16th, 10 AM-12 PM
Parade begins at the Corner Bakery and ends at Kohl's. Participants include The Duffy School of Irish Dance, Ring of Kerry Irish Dancers, Maple School of Irish Dance, McGrath Academy of Irish Dance, and more.
Have fun this St. Patrick's Day in NOVA! Be sure to let us know which event was your favorite.
Earle Whitmore
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
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