Snake Saturday Parade & Festival
North Kansas City, MO · Festival
- When
- March 13, 2027
- Where
- Swift Street, with the festival at 18th & Howell · North Kansas City · MO
- Cost
- Not confirmed
- Status
- Confirmed from the organizer's published schedule
A St. Patrick's Day parade runs along Swift Street, Armour Road and Howell Street on the Saturday before St. Patrick's Day, followed by a festival with a carnival, kids' stage, petting zoo, car show and concessions. Northland Festivals, a volunteer nonprofit, has produced it since 1983. Charity floats compete for cash prizes."}
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