It’s officially time to break out your gold and green. Home to our deep-rooted Irish community—plus traditional pubs, live music venues, bar districts, and the first of only two Guinness breweries in the United States—Baltimore is as magical of a place to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day as any.
Whether you’re in the mood for a pint of beer, traditional Irish eats and treats, a live Celtic rock show, or family-friendly activities, the (Lucky) Charm City scene has something for everyone.
Bar Blarney
3/1-17: 17 Days of St. Patrick’s Sláinte Irish Pub
Per tradition, the Fells Point watering hole counts down to the big day (where it opens bright and early at 6 a.m. for an all-out party) with daily specials, tastings, trivia nights, movie nights, live music, and more fun. Keep up with happenings on Slainte’s social channels. 1700 Thames St.
3/7-8, 14-15, 17: The Irish Village at Guinness Open Gate Brewery
What’s better than drinking a pint of Guinness? Sipping one straight from the source. Naturally, March at Guinness in Halethorpe means two full weekends of jam-packed programming. Grab a pint and stake out a spot on the front lawn for live music, Irish food stalls, vendors, and activities.
For those looking to level up their beer IQ, ticketed events include guided tastings, food and beer pairings, pint-pouring lessons, and a history session inside The Hidden Harp—a tiny countryside pub set up on the property. Of course, the village will be in full swing on March 17, as well. 5001 Washington Blvd, Halethorpe
3/14: Tenth Annual St. Paddy’s Day Block Party at Delia Foley’s
Delia Foley’s shuts down the block with its annual St. Patrick’s Day fest on South Charles Street in Federal Hill, which is celebrating its 10-year anniversary this March. Take advantage of four bars, Crush stations, food specials, corn hole, giveaways, and live music—both in the tents outside and upstairs on the second floor. 1439 S Charles St. $10 cash cover
3/14: Fed Hill Irish Stroll
Who needs a green river when you can dive headfirst into a sea of green-clad revelers in Federal Hill? Perhaps the rowdiest area in town on St. Paddy’s weekend will once again host this self-guided stroll around the bars surrounding Cross Street Market.
Drink specials on deck this year are $4 Ultras, $5.00 Nutrls (lime, of course), and $6 Surfsides at all of the go-to bars, including The Perch, Crossbar, and One Star. (If you’re a fan of Wayward and Liv’s Tavern, check out a separate wristband deal, here.) Check in at 1113 S. Charles St. $16.65
3/14: St. Patrick’s Weekend at Pooles
If your St. Paddy’s plans call for craft beer over chaos, head to Pooles Island Brewing Company. The Middle River taproom is rolling out a fresh Irish stout, festive cocktails, live music, and enough boozy slushies to make you temporarily forget it’s still technically March. Pooles Island Brewing Company, 11695 Crossroads Circle, Middle River. 12-10 p.m.
3/17: St. Patrick’s Celebrations at Looney’s Pub
The homegrown pub chain operates four different venues in Maple Lawn, Perry Hall, Bel Air, and College Park, which are all gearing up for their own bar bashes complete with live music and specials. In Perry Hall, for example, patrons can order off of the Lucky Libations (Irish coffees and Leprechaun Crushes) menu leading up to the big day—which will kick off with a bacon and beer breakfast at 6 a.m. Multiple locations including 8706 Belair Rd.
3/17: Shamrocked & Shenanigans St. Patrick’s Day at The Point
Clear your schedule for March 17—and maybe plan for a slow morning on the 18th—and head to The Point in Fells to party from dawn to dusk. Expect high-energy music and flowing pints against the backdrop of unbeatable waterfront views. The Point in Fells, 1738 Thames Street, 10 a.m.
Emerald Eats
3/10-17: Kelsy’s Restaurant
Get your shamrock on at this Ellicott City stalwart, which highlights daily events for the entire week leading up to St. Pat’s. A special family day on March 15 will offer balloon art and live music. On March 16, raise an early toast to St. Patrick’s Day on Irish time (7 p.m.) to get little ones (and yourselves) home at a reasonable hour. On the actual day, the pub will open at 8 a.m. for kegs and eggs, followed by bag pipers and a lineup of live bands. 8480 Baltimore National Pike.
3/15: Mick O’Shea’s Irish Pub
On parade day, Mt. Vernon’s beloved neighborhood haunt opens all of its doors and windows, fires up its grill, and pours countless pints as the floats and marching bands pass by on North Charles Street. Stop by to enjoy classics like corned beef and cabbage, Shepherd’s pie, fish and chips, and beef stew. 328 N Charles St.
3/17: James Joyce Irish Pub
There’s no better time to pay a visit to this hallowed Harbor East pub, which will host a full rager on the big day. Fuel up with classics like bangers and mash and Guinness stew while you stomp your feet to the Richard Osban Group, Eagan & Hearn, the Baltimore City Pipe Band, and more. Keep your eyes peeled for Irish dance performances throughout the day from Teelin Irish Dance and the Loyola Maryland Irish Dance Team. 616 President St. 10 a.m.
Looking for a more classic Irish pub experience? Check out even more spots to hit, here.
Family-Friendly Fun
3/7: Irish Music Festival
The Baltimore County Department of Recreation & Parks is hosting this jam fest headlined by local Irish party band The ShamRogues. Bring the whole family to enjoy vendors, food trucks, and themed activities. 13401 Beaver Dam Road. 1-6 p.m. Free-$20
3/15: St. Patrick’s Day Parade
At Baltimore’s 64th-annual St. Patrick’s Day parade, thousands of spectators from the region will crowd the downtown streets and sidewalks to celebrate Irish culture, music, songs, and dance. The parade step off from the Washington Monument, proceeds south on Charles Street, and continues east toward the Inner Harbor. 2 p.m.
3/15: Crazy Mason Cookie Decorating Class
Bring the fam to frost your own sugar shamrocks—and sprinkle them with the requisite edible gold glitter—at the Crazy Mason Milkshake Bar in Ellicott City. While you’re there, sip a special Lucky Float topped with Lucky Charms, green whipped cream, and rainbow sour belts. 8225 Main St. Ellicott City. 2 p.m. $60.
St. Paddy’s Performances
3/13: Saint Shrektrick’s Rave
House music fans will be happy to hear that Soundstage is hosting a heart-thumping party in honor of everyone’s favorite green ogre. Throw on your best Shrek-themed ‘fit for a romp in the swamp that will let your mind wander to a land far far away. 124 Market PI. 9 p.m. $25
3/13-14: Claddagh Pub’s Annual Meet in the Street
The countdown is on for the tented, two-day tradition on O’Donnell Square, which will feature nonstop live music by multiple groups including local faves Starcrush, Crushing Day, Bryan O’Boyle, and Swarm of Bees. 2918 O’Donnell St. 9 a.m. Free admission
3/17: Ye Olde Emerald Tavern
This historic tavern is as close as you can get to the Emerald Isle in Parkville. Like always, St. Patrick’s Day will offer drink deals, hearty food (think: bangers and mash, Irish potato soup, corned beef and cabbage with potatoes, and Guinness-glazed wings) and lots of live music. Get pumped for sets by Good Noizz and Alter Ego Band. 8300 Harford Road, Parkville.
3/20: St. Patrick’s Day Celebration 2026
Wrap up your St. Paddy’s week with an evening of traditional Irish music at the Creative Alliance. Local supergroup Celtic Corridor and duo Collins & Vocke will take the stage for a night of timeless tunes, lively fiddle, and rich Celtic harmonies that will have you toe-tapping long after the final set. Creative Alliance, 3134 Eastern Ave. 7:30 p.m. $18-$35