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Got a bit of the Irish in you? Love all things green? St Patrick’s Day is on March 17th and there are lots of family-friendly events happening around Metro Vancouver. If we’ve missed a leprechaun-themed event, shoot us an email (vancouver@familyfuncanada.com<\/a>), and we’ll update our list.<\/p>\n

CelticFest Ceilidh<\/a> | March 13, 2026<\/h3>\n

Kick up your heels and celebrate (an early) St. Patrick\u2019s Day with a fabulous Ceilidh. This musical spectacular event is family-friendly. It promises to be a full night of Irish\/Scottish music, dance, and fun.<\/p>\n

Shamrock’N Race<\/a> | March 15, 2026<\/h3>\n

Dress up in your best green and gold costumes for a SHAM-rockin\u2019 fun race around Burnaby Lake! There are 3 different options of length so you can decide if you want a leisurely 5K, a more challenging 7K, or if you really want to get the blood pumping\u2013 a half-marathon!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Got a bit of the Irish in you? Love all things green? St Patrick’s Day is on March 17th and there are lots of family-friendly events happening around Metro Vancouver. If we’ve missed a leprechaun-themed event, shoot us an email (vancouver@familyfuncanada.com), and we’ll update our list. CelticFest Ceilidh | March
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