The Paddy-O Party
Saturday, March 14th · The Back Porch
Your official event guide & rules — everything you need to know
Welcome to the biggest backyard celebration in the Royse City area! We're opening our doors for a full weekend of Irish-inspired fun — but Saturday is the big day for the families. Below is everything you need to know to make the most of your visit to The Back Porch.
🕒 Hours of Operation
🦆 The Great Duck Hunt
Starts at 3:00 PM · Our grounds are huge, and the ducks are everywhere!
Kid Participants
Every child who finds a hidden duck will receive a candy prize (while supplies last).
Top 5 Families
The families with the highest point totals receive candy prizes plus Limited Edition Back Porch Custom Tumblers.
Grand Prize — The Minecraft Duck 🎮
There is only ONE Minecraft Duck hidden on the porch. The family that finds it wins the Back Porch Patio Cooler + a $50 Back Porch Gift Card.
📋 Hunt Rules
- ✅ Search the porch for hidden ducks & leprechauns
- ✅ Each item is worth different points — rarer = more points!
- ✅ Bag limit: however many your bag can physically hold
- ✅ Top 5 families with the highest point totals win prizes
- ❌ No stealing from other hunters!
🏆 Point Values
✨ The Pink Duck
There is only ONE pink duck hidden on the porch. The lucky hunter who finds it wins a Custom Back Porch Pink Stanley Cup! 🥤
Leprechaun Figurine
Green Cowboy Duck
Yellow Cowboy Duck w/ Beads
Yellow Cowboy Duck
Leprechaun Beard Duck
Yellow Green Skirt Duck
Yellow Hat Simple Duck
White Shamrock Duck
Dark Green Duck
Lime Green Duck
Dark Teal Duck
Yellow Hat Duck
Green Hat Duck
Yellow Green Apron Duck
🐾 St. Paddy's Pet Parade
Starts at 3:30 PM · Dress your furry friends in their best green gear!
1st Place Winner
Takes home the Paddy-O Trophy and a $100 Back Porch Gift Card.
Runner-Up
Receives a $50 Back Porch Gift Card.
⚠️ All pets must remain on a leash and be well-behaved around children and other animals.
🍔 Food & Drink Specials
📝 The Fine Print
- 🍬 Candy prizes are available while supplies last. We recommend arriving early!
- 🎁 Gift cards cannot be redeemed for cash and are valid for future visits.
- 👨👩👧 This is a family-friendly event. Please be mindful of little ones and pets on the patio.
- ⛅ In the event of extreme Texas weather, check our social media for schedule adjustments.
Ready to celebrate? Grab your spot on the patio.
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