Photo Credit: Tim Larsen

Plan now to be in Wichita, Kansas, for the city’s St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. Many of the community’s festivities will take place on Saturday, March 15, including the Paddy Day Parade, which draws a big and festive crowd year after year in the Historic Delano District.

Here is what to expect in the Heart of the Country this St. Patrick’s Day.

A man wearing green and kansas city chiefs attire walks through the Paddy Day Parade in DelanoPhoto Credit: Tim Larsen

Delano Paddy Day Parade

Starting at noon, the Delano Paddy Day Parade will begin, running west on Douglas Avenue from McLean Boulevard to Walnut Street and then north on Walnut to Pacific Street in the Delano District, which sits just west of the Arkansas River in downtown Wichita. There are 75 entries scheduled to march this year, and the parade is expected to last more than one hour.

Additionally, parade goers can enjoy a dance party, family-friendly activities and plenty of food and drinks. The parade is organized and presented by Xclusive Events, in partnership with the Delano Business Association and sponsored by a variety of Wichita businesses.

  • Kids Zone, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Bring the whole family and find plenty to do at the Kids Zone. Find fun activities including yard games, face painting, balloon art and character meet and greets in the northwest parking lot at Douglas at Osage Street.

  • Street Party & Food Truck Rally, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Mix music, food and green beer for a fantastic St. Patty’s Day Street Party! There will be a food truck rally as well as drink trucks with beer and a bar. Choose from Argentina’s Empanadas, Smokin Diner, Cheezepanzee, Taters N Toppings and more. Find this area on the north side of Douglas between Walnut and Handley Streets. A dance party with DJ Dugger will take place from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m.

  • Drink Truck Zone, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

More than 15 booze trucks and tap trucks will be on site. Look for this popular truck on the north side of Douglas on Sycamore Street. 

All of the St. Patrick’s Day parade festivities in Wichita festivities are free to attend, but you may want to bring cash or card for food and drinks and to patronize the local Delano businesses in the area.

People party in Delano while wearing green during a St. Patrick's Day PartyPhoto Credit: Tim Larsen

Explore Delano

Be sure to plan time to visit the Delano District before the parade or stay after to enjoy these businesses, among others making up one of the oldest sections of Wichita:

Shopping

All Things Barbecue
Bungalow 26
Hatman Jack’s
The Health Connection
Lola Candle Co
Sweet ’n Saucy
Wichita Screen Printing

Also: Fartleks, L’Image, Spektrum Müzik

Dining/Drinking

Good Company Taps & Spirits | Pennant Coffee

Mokas Cafe
Monarch
NuWay Burgers
Wichita Brewing Co. & Pizzeria

Also: Delano Barbecue Company, Delano’s Diner, La Galette French Bakery, Milkfloat, Picasso’s Pizzeria, Reuben’s Mexican Grill, Sakura Japanese Cuisine, Shamrock Lounge, Taco Rio, Fusion Restaurant, TJ’s Burger House, Vagabond Café, Yokohama Ramen Joint & Mr. Lion Tea

Recreation & Entertainment

Bike Share ICT
Blade & Timber
Bohemia Healing Spa
Keepers on Parade
Museums on the River
The American Overseas Schools Historical Society (AOSHS)
Wichita Ice Center
Wichita Public Library - Advanced Learning Center

Also: Club Billiards, Delano Clock Tower, Delano Park

People party during a St. patrick's Day event at Naftzger Park

More St. Patrick’s Day events

Don’t forget to use our calendar of events to plan the rest of your visit to Wichita and keep an eye out for more events popping up this spring in the Heart of the Country.