Celebrate St. Patrick's Day Early, Often in Morris County

If you've lived in Morris County for any period of time, you probably know that St. Patrick's Day and Morristown go hand-in-hand. If you are new to the area, it gives you even more of a reason to head there this weekend for the parade and other events.

In honor of that, you'll find the majority of this week's picks follow the same theme. So have fun this weekend, and check us out at the Morristown parade if you head over. We'll be stationed near Greenberry's.

Here are this week's picks:

1. Morris County St. Patrick's Day Parade
Where/When: Morristown at the corner of South and James streets; Saturday, noon
Why Go: With about 20 bands and plenty more to see, hear and enjoy, the usual 50,000 people in attendance can't be wrong.
Pricing: Free to attend

2. Celtic Fire
Where/When: Mayo Performing Arts Center (Morristown); Friday, 8 p.m.
Why Go: You can start your weekend before Saturday's parade with this show on Friday, featuring stepdancing, traditional folk music, and songs under the artistic direction of Riverdance's Michael Londra.
Pricing: From $32-$52

3. Big Bad Irish
Where/When: (Morristown); Friday, 10 p.m.
Why Go: This band is a local favorite–almost the entire band, including front man Shawn Murphy (Madison), is from Morris County. If the traditional music of "Celtic Fire" isn't your thing, this may be how you want to kick off your weekend.
Pricing: No cover

4. Trippin Carla
Where/When: (Morristown); Saturday, 10 p.m.
Why Go: If you plan on doing the full Morristown St. Patrick's Day weekend experience, this is a great way to end your two-day celebration.
Pricing: No cover

5. Aztec Two-Step
Where/When: ; Saturday, 8 p.m.
Why Go: The critically acclaimed folk-rock duo of Rex Fowler and Neal Shulman are celebrating its 40th year, and will play original hits, as well as Simon & Garfunkel covers.
Pricing:$25

Want more options? Check out our family-friendly Grab & Go Kids Planner, which is refreshed every Wednesday.