Conyers is gearing up for its St. Patrick's Day Parade, a local tradition since 1980 that's slated to kick off at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, March 17, in Olde Town Conyers. Grand Marshal and Mayor Vince Evans will lead the parade, and the sounds of a bagpiper will float down the streets, bringing classic Irish tunes to life. Public participation is open, with those interested asked to convene at the corner of Main and Center Streets at 4:45 p.m., just before the procession begins – remember, no vehicles are allowed to join in, as reported by the City of Conyers.
Post-parade events are set to carry the festive spirit into the evening, with performances by the Drake Irish School of Dance and the crowning of the parade king and queen for the kids, as well as the best dressed pet and the winner of an adult leprechaun lookalike contest these short-dated revelries are to be held at the Olde Town Pavilion in Randal S. Mills City Center Park immediately following the parade. The gathering is encouraged to strut their boldest and most creative Irish attire for the occasion.
The sense of whimsy extends into a quirky race known as the World's Shortest Endurance Run, starting at 6:00 p.m., which spans an arduous 0.1 mile from the Conyers Welcome Center to The Pointe on Railroad Street. In the spirit of fun, all participants will receive a T-shirt for their herculean efforts, and registrations are still being accepted for latecomers looking to claim this peculiar glory. Details about the run and sign-up information are available through the local Rotary Club or by swinging by the Conyers Welcome Center.
Jill Minnoia, Olde Town Event Coordinator, remarked, "The St. Patrick’s Day Parade is one of our most popular, homegrown events. Since it began, we have more fun reinventing the parade each year with creative entries and local characters getting into the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day and just having a good time," as they prepare to paint the town green or rather, affirm their allegiance to the verdant hue for this Irish-themed celebration. Following the parade, Commercial Street will morph into a hub of family-friendly activities and a spread of food trucks ready to satiate the crowd's cravings with diverse fare, among them treats from the likes of Atlanta Pizza & Gyro and Egg Roll Boyz, as detailed by the City of Conyers.
For foodies and families alike, Olde Town's post-parade array promises a blend of merriment and tastes to explore. From pizza to gyros, desserts to comfort food, there seems to be something for every palate – and with children's activities to keep the little ones entertained, it's a well-rounded evening of festivities. For more specific details on the event, such as a lineup of attractions, participating vendors, or last-minute updates, visitors can reach the Conyers Welcome Center at 770-602-2606 or check out their website for the latest announcements and updates.
