St. Patrick’s Day is on its way and Irish eyes will be smiling all weekend long!

Downtown comes alive with the sights and sounds of shamrocks, leprechauns and all that is green this St. Patrick’s Day! The celebration starts Thursday at 6:50 a.m. when Mayor Peterson dyes the Downtown Canal green for the holiday. The 15th Annual Shamrock Run and Walk will follow at 9 a.m. starting at the IU Michael A. Carroll Track & Soccer Stadium.

The annual Indianapolis St. Patrick’s Day Parade will kick off at 11:30 a.m. through the Downtown streets. The parade’s 100 units include bands, clubs, professional sports teams, numerous floats, local celebrities and many colorful Irish influences.