THE MARTIN CITY ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE

25 Years of Goin’ Green 1987 – 2012

What started out as little more than a whim has come a long way in 25 years ...

On a frigid St. Patrick’s Day in 1987, three Martin City leaders grabbed friends, two cars and a horse & buggy, and held an impromptu St. Patrick’s Day "parade" down 135th Street. Everyone had a good laugh but next year they did it again. And again. As the years wore on the parade grew and grew and the rest, as they say, is history.

On March 11, 2012, the Martin City St. Patrick’s Day parade will mark its 25th Anniversary. The event this year will celebrate the past years of fun, community spirit and celebration. In fact, a full day of Irish family fun is again planned for downtown Martin City. From 11 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Plan on staying after the parade and enjoying an “Irish” dinner at one of our restaurants.

Pre parade activities include:
The Prince and Princess Contest
(Ages 2–7 yrs.)
The Best Dressed Pet Contest
Faulkner Ranch Kiddie Korral
(Ages 10 & under)
Face Painting
(All ages!)
Food & Beverage Vendors
The Kansas City Police Department Information Tent
DJ Jeff Holmes – rockin’ all day

Our event has long been known as "the biggest little fun parade in Kansas City!" The parade itself will kick off at 2 p.m. with 65+ entries once again marching across 135th Street to celebrate a great Martin City tradition. This year’s theme is 25 Years of Goin’ Green in honor of our anniversary.

The uniqueness of the Martin City St. Patrick’s Day Parade is a source of pride for the Martin City Business & Community Association and its merchants and many of the local citizens. With this full day of family fun, we hope that you, your family and friends will come and rediscover what Martin City is all about.
So, make plans for Martin City on March 11, 2012, and be sure to wear your green!

Visit this web site often for parade updates and news as the 25th Anniversary date nears.