St Patrick’s Day Block Party

The historic Dallas West End is going green with a Saint Patrick’s Day Block Party that offers tasty Irish food and beverages, dancers and live bands performing on two stages. The West End district will be closed to vehicles for the 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. celebration.

Because of the a resurgence in popularity the West End is enjoying, business owners in the district say it is time to do some celebrating and invite the public. The West End Saint Patrick’s Day Block Party fills a void in the Dallas Saint Patrick’s Day festivities, coming between the city’s big party Saturday on Greenville Avenue and the actual holiday date of Monday, March 17.

The district’s more than 20 restaurants will serve Irish dishes, as well as their own specialties, from patio serving areas for those who want to keep walking and visiting in the streets. Beverage stands, run by West End Charities, Inc., will feature Irish ale and American favorites, with proceeds going to support Dallas area charities.

Children’s activities include a bounce house, balloon artist, face painters and a story teller at Market and Munger. Pets and owners in costume will compete for prizes for best costume and best human/pet look-alikes.