Downtown Yorkville businesses, in coordination with Yorkville Parks and Recreation, will present the sixth annual St. Patrick’s Celebration on Saturday, March 12 . The event features a 5K race, Irish parade, Lucky Leprechaun Hunt, a fireworks show, and live music throughout the day.
Food and drink specials will be served at downtown bars and restaurants. Participating establishments include The Law Office Pub & Music Hall, Southbank BBQ, Rowdys, Butcher Block 360, Paradise Cove, Parma Pizza and Suzys Bar & Grill.
All proceeds from the 5K race benefit CASA Kendall County. CASA volunteers are appointed by a judge to serve as an advocate and speak in the best interest of a child dealing with abuse or neglect.
Sponsors for the event include Bud Light, Pesola Media Group and Jed Davis for State Representative.
Schedule of events is as follows:
9 a.m.: 5K Race (Southbank BBQ)
9 a.m.: Lucky Leprechaun Hunt
11 a.m.: Irish parade along Hydraulic Avenue
3 p.m.: Gleeson Irish Trio at The Law Office Pub & Music Hall
6:30 p.m.: Fireworks show
For information, visit yorkville.il.us/632/St-Patricks-Day-Celebration or facebook.com/stpatricksyorkville. Sign up for the 5K run at runsignup.com/Race/IL/Yorkville/RUNSOBRUN.