GO GREEN: ST. PATRICK’S DAY

Celebrate this Irish holiday at these family-friendly events.

n Luck Of The Square

Colony Square / March 11, 1-3 p.m. Head to The Square after the parade for a party with live music, festive swag, drinks and more. 1197 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta. 404-879-2250. Free admission. colonysquare.com n Avenue Shamrock

Avenue East Cobb / March 16, 6-8 p.m.

Don your green apparel for live music, face painting, pop-up experiences and more to celebrate the holiday. 4475 Roswell Rd., Marietta. 770-971-9945. Free admission. avenueeastcobb.com n Luck of Avalon

Avalon / March 17, 5-9 p.m.

Enjoy special performances, live music, Irish flair, face painting, a photo booth and more. 400 Avalon Blvd., Alpharetta. 770-765-2000. Free admission. experienceavalon.com

IT’S A PARADE!

n Atlanta St. Patrick’s Parade

Midtown Atlanta / March 11, noon

More than 2,000 dancers, musicians, animals and Irish and local dignitaries return to the streets of Midtown to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Parade begins at the intersection of Peachtree Street and 15th Street. 770-805-8015. Free admission. atlantastpats.com n St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Olde Town Conyers / March 17, 5 p.m. Celebrate the luck of the Irish by wearing your favorite shade of green and watching this exciting parade. 901 Railroad St., Conyers. Free admission. conyersga.com