ST. PADDY FEST ST. PETE
March 16 – March 17
10am-10pm, Williams Park, downtown St. Pete. A fun-filled 2-day festival celebrating all things Irish with tons of food and live music, featuring Irish step dancers, the Dunedin Pipe Band, and a Highland Games exhibition. Presented by Jameson Irish Whiskey and the City of St. Pete. www.paddyfeststpete.com
SATURDAY 3/16
Mainstage Williams Park
- 12-2:30pm Sean Walsh
- 2:30-3pm Stepdancers TBD
- 3-5:30pm Chad McDonald
- 5:30-6pm Dunedin Pipe Band
- 6-9pm Drunken Shrubbery
Mary Margaret’s Inside Stage
- 1-4pm Cage
- 5-8pm Sean Walsh
- 9pm-1am Chad McDonald
SUNDAY 3/17 The Holy Day
Mainstage Williams Park
- 12-2:30pm Sean Walsh
- 2:30-3pm Dunedin Pipe Band
- 3-5:30pm Chad McDonald
- 5:30-6pm Step dancers
- 6-9pm Drunken Shrubbery
Mary Margaret’s Inside Stage
- 11:30am-2pm Chad McDonald
- 3-6:30pm Sean Walsh
- 7-11pm Cage
The event will once again partner with acclaimed local waterway habit restoration charity Ocean Aid 360 to help fund their important work leading and protecting Tampa Bay and inlet waters. Visit www.oceanaid360.org to learn more about their work.
St. Paddy’s Day at Swigwam on Corey Ave!
The Swigwam Beach Bar will once again celebrate their anniversary with Chill, Twisted Tiki and Grapes Wine Bar, while everyone celebrates St.Patrick’s Day on Corey Ave on March 16 this year (so as to not interfere with the Corey Sunday Market.) The 300 block will close from Blind Pass to the funeral home driveway from 8am till midnight with a street party from 10am-11pm. 3 bands (Sandy Bottom Boys, Beach Ratz and Full Throttle) will entertain with a DJ between sets.
RSVP to their event on Facebook HERE.
ST. PATRICK’S DAY BASH
March 15 – March 17
Cricketers British Pub & Restaurant in Dunedin is once again
hosting their annual St. Patrick’s Day Parking Lot Party!
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day weekend with live music, delicious food, and a 50/50 raffle featuring all proceeds to benefit the Suncoast
Animal League. Entry and parking are both free.
2634 Bayshore Blvd., Dunedin • www.cricketerspub.com
- Friday, March 15: 8pm Hurricane Shane Band
- Saturday, March 16: 12pm Suncoast Animal League Adoption, 4pm Doyle’s Revenge, 8pm Jeriko Turnpike
- Sunday, March 17: 12pm Lucid Druid, 4pm Voo Doods, 8pm Smooth D & The Boys
ST. PATRICK’S DAY BAR CRAWL IN ST. PETE
March 17 • 242 1st Ave. N, St. Petersburg
www.eventbrite.com/e/st-petersburg-official-st-patricks-day-bar-crawl-tickets-650533562397
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in the greenest style this March 17 at an exciting event that will take you on an Official St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl adventure like no other. Get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant spirit of the Irish as you crawl the city, exploring some of the best establishments and indulging in the festivities that await you at each stop. This St. Patrick’s Day, join fellow crawlers for an unforgettable Official St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl experience that will make you feel lucky to be part of the celebration.
With your event pass in hand, you’ll gain access to a carefully curated selection of participating bars, each offering its unique flair and charm. Crawl the city, traditional Irish spirts fills the air, setting the tone for an authentic St. Patrick’s Day experience. Savor the rich flavors of classic Irish cuisine while toasting with a pint of frothy Guinness or an Irish whiskey, raising your glass to the patron saint of Ireland. As the day unfolds, you’ll hop from one venue to another, discovering hidden gems and awesome locales along the way. Each bar will have its own distinctive swag, from lively pubs pulsating with energy to cozy taverns exuding warmth and Irish hospitality.
Immerse yourself in the lively conversations and laughter, meet someone new, you may meet a friend for life on the Official St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl. Connect with like-minded crawlers and make memories to last a lifetime. You’ll encounter bars that are lit up Irish style, captivating your senses with soulful melodies and foot-tapping experience.
Tickets https://bit.ly/st-pete-stpaddys-crawl
MORE ST. PATRICK’S EVENTS
It’s that time of year again for the wearin’ o’ the green and probably, the spendin’ o’ the green. Here’s a few events that could leave you feeling the luck of the Irish.
3/14 – St. Patty’s Party (glass painting)
6-9pm, Mastry’s Brewing Co., 7701 Blind Pass Road,St. Pete Beach. Create your own designer party glassware
for the St. Patty’s holiday. www.mastrysbrewingco.com
3/16 – Annual St. Patrick’s Day 5K/10K/1 Mile Run
HOB Brewing Company, 431 Huntley Ave., Dunedin. Wear your best green outfit to add to the cheer of this amazing full day of celebration in Dunedin’s Green Street party. Check in is race day only at the HOB Brewing Company pavilion at 7:45am and the 5K/10K begin at 8:30am. www.727canrace.com/calendar
3/16 – Adam-Bomb St. Patrick’s Day Trivia
7:30-10pm, Grindhaus Brew Lab, 1650 N Hercules Ave., Unit 1, Clearwater. Play in teams of up to six, or on your own. Hosted by podcaster/YouTuber Adam Corcovilos. www.grindhausbrewlab.com
3/16 – Indian Shores St. Patrick’s Day Festival
11am-4pm, Municipal Center, 19305 Gulf Blvd., Indian Shores. This popular festival features live entertainment, music, arts and crafts vendors, food, beer, wine, and much much more. https://bit.ly/indian-shores-stpaddys
3/16 – Shamrock ‘N Run St. Paddy’s Day Race
6pm, Ulmer Park, 301 W. Bay Drive, Largo. Enjoy picturesque Ulmer Park in downtown Largo as you stretch your legs in the 5K, 1.5-mile walk, or Kids Fun Run. Race and Walk begin at 6pm, Fun Run 7:15pm. For details and registration, visit http://tinyurl.com/bdzexrjw.
3/17 — O’Maddy’s St. Paddy’s Day Waterfront Street Party
Doors open at 10 a.m., O’Maddy’s Bar & Grille, 5405 Shore Blvd. S.
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at O’Maddy’s Annual St. Paddy’s Day Waterfront Street Party. Enjoy live music featuring Pete & Dean Trio, Horses Wild and The Horny Toads. Serving traditional Irish fare and green beer.
3/17 – St. Patrick’s Day in the Courtyard
5pm-until, The Village Courtyard, 2902-2914 Beach Blvd. S, Gulfport. The North End Taphouse & Kitchen will offer traditional Irish cuisine options along with an Irish Song Open Mic Night hosted by singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Leify Green. Bring an instrument and join in the jam! www.facebook.com/villagecourtyard
3/17 – St. Patrick’s Day Lunch Cruise
Yacht StarShip Dining Cruises, 603 Channelside Dr., TampaBoard Yacht StarShip in your best green attire to celebrate the luck of the Irish on the water! Enjoy a festive lunch buffet with Irish fixings and DJ entertainment that is sure to keep you moving. Yacht StarShip’s St. Patrick’s Day lunch is always a festive good time! Ticket Includes: 2-hour cruise, lunch buffet with Irish inspired dishes, complimentary coffee & iced tea, bar drinks available for purchase, DJ entertainment & dancing. www.yachtstarship.com/event/tampa-st-patricks-day-lunch-cruise