St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations in Metro Atlanta and North Georgia
St. Patrick’s Day is a vibrant celebration of Irish culture, featuring parades, parties, and festive food specials across metro Atlanta and North Georgia. Whether you’re looking for family-friendly events or lively bar crawls, there’s something for everyone. Here are some of the best ways to celebrate this festive holiday.
Parades
One of the most anticipated events of the season is theSt. Patrick’s Day Paradein Atlanta, which takes place on March 14 at 15th and Peachtree Streets. This parade is one of the country’s oldest and largest, featuring floats, clowns, bands, dancers, drill teams, and a bagpipe and drum corps.
In Conyers, theSt. Patrick’s Day Paradewill be held on March 17, starting at 5 p.m. The event includes a best-dressed pet contest, a Leprechaun Lookalike contest, food trucks, live music, and the World’s Shortest Endurance Run.
Parties
For those looking for a fun-filled day,St. Patrick’s Day at Avenue East Cobbin Marietta offers family-friendly activities such as live music, a dance performance by the Drake School of Irish Dance, a bounce house, live llamas, face painting, and a festive photo booth.
TheMidtown St. Paddy’s Block Partyon March 13–14 at Politan Row in Atlanta is the city’s largest St. Patrick’s Day party. It features DJs, themed drink specials, and access to more than 30 bars and restaurants. The event runs from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m., with ticket packages including complimentary shots, food and drink specials, and a wristband for participating venues.
In Smyrna, theSmyrna St. Patrick’s Day Festivalon March 14–15 at Smyrna Market Village offers live music, cornhole, drink specials, and games throughout the day. Tickets range from $15 to $20.
AtPark Tavernin Atlanta, theGet Lucky Feston March 14 features live music, DJs, and drink specials with acts like Stop Light Observations and Sucker Punch. The festival runs from 2–11 p.m., with tickets starting at $15.
TheLuck of The Forumevent at The Forum Peachtree Corners on March 14 offers music, dancing, and Irish flair from 4–6 p.m. Admission is free.
Bar Crawls and Special Events
TheKegs & Eggs St. Paddy’s Bar Crawlin Virginia-Highland on March 14 turns the neighborhood into a big party from 2–8 p.m. The event starts in the Neighbor’s Pub parking lot with a DJ and food trucks before attendees head to nearby spots like Sweet Auburn BBQ, Moe’s, and Joe’s for drink specials.
AtNew Realm Brewing Co., theSt. Patrick’s Day celebrationon March 14 features live music, DJs, green beer, and Irish dancers.
Fadó Buckheadin Atlanta hosts aSt. Patrick’s Day Celebrationon March 14 and 17, featuring a block party, live music, and brunch menus. The pub also hosts itsKegs and Eggscelebration on March 17 with brunch and live music.
TheNorthside Saint Patrick’s Festivalon March 15 at City Springs in Sandy Springs celebrates Irish culture with live music, dance performances, arts, and a Kids Korner. The event runs from noon to 6 p.m. with free admission.
Scavenger Hunts and Special Activities
Find the Leprechaun Adventuresin Little 5 Points on March 15 and 17 include an all-ages scavenger hunt and a bar crawl for adults. Participants solve riddles through local shops and murals, with dancing, green drinks, and festive challenges along the way.
Dining and Drinks
Several restaurants and bars are offering special St. Patrick’s Day deals:
- Brasserie Lundiin Midtown offers festive drinks, including a green Midoria Sour Highball, a Mint Julep made with Irish whiskey, and a classic 16-ounce Guinness.
- Clean Juiceprovides loyalty members $2 off a Green Glow Acai Bowl on March 17.
- The Colonnadeserves a special Corned Beef and Cabbage dish on March 17.
- HOBNOB Neighborhood Tavernhas four days of festivities from March 14 through 17, with specials like $7 Jameson, a $10 Luck of the Irish cocktail, and Guinness-glazed wings.
- Kona Grilloffers Corned Beef Sliders, a $7 Lucky Margarita, and $6 “Leprechaun Beer” drafts during happy hour.
- Lingering Shade Social Clubfeatures a Grasshopper cocktail and Guinness beer while supplies last.
- Pollo Camperogives loyalty members a buy-one-get-one-free 3-piece dark meat meal on March 17.
- Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingersoffers “Lucky Swipes” for Caniac Club members and a festive Leprechaun Lemonade.
- Shipley Do-Nutssells St. Patrick’s Day-themed donuts from March 4 through 17, featuring classic yeast donuts topped with green or chocolate icing and shamrocks.
- Vesperin Glenwood Park hosts Lucky Libations & Leprechaun Karaoke on March 17, featuring specialty cocktails, Irish whiskey shots, and festive small bites.
