Atlanta will soon be awash in green as St. Patrick’s Day celebrations return across the city, bringing parades, pub crawls, live music, and family-friendly festivities to Midtown and beyond.
Atlanta St. Patrick’s Parade
The parade, a tradition for the past 142 years, will step off at 12 p.m. on March 14 at the intersection of Peachtree and 15th Streets and continue down Peachtree to 5th Street. Presented by Irish Network Atlanta, the parade celebrates Irish culture and Atlanta’s Irish history. Just before the parade begins, the St. Baldric Foundation will host their annual “Brave the Shave” event, where sponsored individuals will shave their heads to raise awareness for childhood cancer. Admission to the parade is free. Attendees and prospective participants can find more information at atlantastpats.com.
St. Paddy’s Block Party and Kegs & Eggs
Organized by Atlanta Bar Tours, the event will take attendees around restaurants, brunch spots, and bars in Middtown starting at 6 p.m. on Friday, March 13. On Saturday, March 14, Virginia Highland Kegs & Eggs starts at 12 p.m. to keep the party going. Each event offers general admission and VIP ticket options, and both include beads, access to exclusive food and drinks, and complimentary Irish-themed beverages. More information can be found at Atlanta Bar Tours.
Find the Leprechaun in L5P
Head to Little Five Points on March 15 for their all-ages “Find the Leprechaun” scavenger hunt starting at 1 p.m. Attendees will solve riddles and complete challenges as they travel throughout the area searching for the mischievous Finnegan O’Tool. There’s also a St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl on March 17 starting at 7 p.m. Get more details at little5pointsofficial.com.
10th Annual Marietta Shamrock Shuffle 5K
Enjoy a themed race on March 21 for runners and walkers of all levels. Proceeds will support Marietta Police Athletic League’s youth sports and academic programs. Get more details at mariettashamrockshuffle.com.
More St. Patrick’s Day events
Bar Crawls
- Atlanta St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl: Hit some of the city’s top bars on Edgewood Avenue on March 14.
- Roswell St. Patrick’s Shamrock Bar Crawl: Visit the best bars in Downtown Roswell plus complimentary shots, discounted themed drink specials, and live music on March 14.
- St. Paddy’s Lucky Leprechaun Buckhead: On March 14, visit over 10 participating bars and clubs in Buckhead with complimentary shots and themed food and drinks..
RESTAURANTS
- Euclid Avenue Yacht Club: Participate in the annual “Irish Car Cup Challenge” on March 15 and enjoy $4.50 Tullamore D.E.W. shot specials.
- Manny’s Grant Park: Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a D.E.W. & a Brew on discount.
- Grindhouse Killer Burgers: All Atlanta locations will offer a $4 Tully shot on March 17.
- St. Patrick’s Day at St. Julep Rooftop: Enjoy music, Irish cocktails, and special menu items on March 17.
- HOBNOB: All locations are celebrating March 14-17 with $7 Jamesons, $10 Luck of the Irish cocktails, and $5 Shamrock Shots. Indulge in Irish-themed fare with Guinness-glazed wings for $16.95.
- The Colonnade: Enjoy a classic Irish-American special of corned beef and cabbage on March 17.
- Lingering Shade Social Club: Sip on a Grasshopper cocktail or a Guinness beer while supplies last.