{"id":5863,"date":"2024-03-13T13:24:45","date_gmt":"2024-03-13T13:24:45","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/gpstrianglenews.com\/index.php\/2024\/03\/13\/st-pats-in-five-points-returns-for-columbias-premier-festival-extravaganza\/"},"modified":"2024-03-13T13:24:45","modified_gmt":"2024-03-13T13:24:45","slug":"st-pats-in-five-points-returns-for-columbias-premier-festival-extravaganza","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gpstrianglenews.com\/index.php\/2024\/03\/13\/st-pats-in-five-points-returns-for-columbias-premier-festival-extravaganza\/","title":{"rendered":"St. Pat\u2019s in Five Points Returns for Columbia\u2019s Premier Festival Extravaganza"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"flex-1 overflow-hidden\">\n<div class=\"react-scroll-to-bottom--css-ubvcx-79elbk h-full\">\n<div class=\"react-scroll-to-bottom--css-ubvcx-1n7m0yu\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-9\">\n<div class=\"w-full text-token-text-primary\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-13\">\n<div class=\"px-4 py-2 justify-center text-base md:gap-6 m-auto\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-1 text-base mx-auto gap-3 md:px-5 lg:px-1 xl:px-5 md:max-w-3xl lg:max-w-[40rem] xl:max-w-[48rem] group final-completion\">\n<div class=\"relative flex w-full flex-col agent-turn\">\n<div class=\"flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col max-w-full\">\n<div class=\"min-h-[20px] text-message flex flex-col items-start gap-3 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5 overflow-x-auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"e0727dda-0a3a-4976-9791-b3ea3385a07d\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\n<p>Prepare for a day filled with festivities as St. Pat&rsquo;s in Five Points, South Carolina&#8217;s largest one-day festival, makes its grand return this Saturday, March 16. The 42nd edition of this beloved event promises an exciting lineup of activities from 7:30 am to 7 pm, showcasing the vibrant spirit of Columbia.<\/p>\n<p>The day kicks off with the adrenaline-pumping Get to the Green race at 7:30 am, followed by the iconic St. Pat&rsquo;s Parade at 10 am. Live music performances, starting at 11 am, will keep the energy high throughout the day.<\/p>\n<p>Heather McDonald, Executive Director of the Five Points Association, expresses enthusiasm, stating, &#8220;St. Pat&rsquo;s in Five Points is a much-anticipated annual event for both Columbia locals and visitors. We&rsquo;re excited to host a celebration that feels like home, yet constantly evolves to offer new experiences for our guests.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><strong>New Highlights for 2024:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>The Saint Alcohol-Free Mocktail Lounge:<\/strong> Presented in partnership with Cola Love, this lounge offers a curated selection of non-alcoholic beverages and rotating mocktail features from local establishments.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Paddy&rsquo;s Mini-Ramp Jam:<\/strong> Presented by Bluetile, featuring a &#8220;learn to skate&#8221; beginner&rsquo;s clinic, intermediate\/advanced ramp jams, a best trick contest, and cash prizes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Logan&rsquo;s Irish Pub Pop-Up:<\/strong> Courtesy of Bushmills Irish Whiskey and Bushmills Black Bush Irish Whiskey, featuring O&rsquo;Hara&rsquo;s house band and traditional Irish foods.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Refillable Water Stations:<\/strong> Courtesy of 32 Dental, encouraging guests to bring reusable water bottles to refill at hydration stations.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Free Satellite Parking and Shuttle:<\/strong> Convenient parking at the South Carolina State Fair Grounds with complimentary shuttle service provided by The COMET.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Schedule of Events:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>7:30 am:<\/strong> Get to the Green 5K, 10K, and 1-Mile Family Fun Run<\/li>\n<li><strong>10 am:<\/strong> Festival Gates Open<\/li>\n<li><strong>10 am:<\/strong> St. Pat&rsquo;s Parade<\/li>\n<li><strong>10 am-6 pm:<\/strong> Pot O&rsquo;Gold Playland<\/li>\n<li><strong>10 am-5:30 pm:<\/strong> Paddy&rsquo;s Mini-Ramp Jam<\/li>\n<li><strong>11 am-7 pm:<\/strong> Live Music Performances<\/li>\n<li><strong>7 pm:<\/strong> Festival Ends<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Music Lineup:<\/strong> This year&rsquo;s festival boasts the largest music lineup ever, featuring over 40 local, regional, and national artists across multiple stages and venues.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Street Closures:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Friday, March 15:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>8 am &ndash; 2100 block of Greene Street.<\/li>\n<li>6 pm &ndash; 600 and 700 blocks of Harden Street.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Saturday, March 16:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>2 am &ndash; All other streets within Five Points.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Tickets:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>General admission tickets are $30 in advance until midnight on March 15 and $35 online and at the gate on the day of the event.<\/li>\n<li>Children 12 and under are admitted free with a parent\/guardian who is 21+.<\/li>\n<li>VIP packages, including The Saluda&rsquo;s and Tito&rsquo;s Ultra-Premium VIP Experience and The Lucky Leprechaun VIP Lounge, offer enhanced festival experiences.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.stpatscolumbia.com\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">StPatsColumbia.com<\/a>, download the app, or follow the festival on social media. To learn more about sponsorships, vendor or parade applications, and volunteering, please email <a target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">info@stpatscolumbia.com<\/a>. 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