All Things Saint Paddy’s 2026

Saint Patrick’s Day in Chicago is more than a holiday, it’s a citywide tradition that signals the start of spring and sets the tone for patio season ahead. From festive bar crawls and themed brunches to limited-time menus and can’t-miss parties, the energy is unmatched, and Lakeview East is right in the middle of it all. Whether you’re planning a full day of celebrating or just looking for a little Irish cheer close to home, there’s no shortage of ways to get lucky right here in the neighborhood!

The Chicago Saint Patrick’s Parade is Saturday, March 14th

Saint Patrick’s Day is Tuesday, March 17th

Lucky Brunch at Alma | 6 am to 11 am

Start your St. Patrick’s Day weekend off right with a festive and flavorful Lucky Brunch at Alma on Saturday, March 14, from 6 to 11 am. Guests are invited to enjoy an à la carte breakfast menu featuring a mix of sweet and savory favorites, including freshly baked croissants, a seasonal fruit plate, egg white bites, mini pancake skewers, a bagels & lox platter, churro French toast, a cinnamon roll skillet, a classic breakfast, avocado toast, corned beef hash, chicken & waffles, and the signature BOY breakfast sandwich. Raise a glass to a little extra luck, the perfect way to kick off the day with friends, family or a festive morning out. Valet service available. Reservations are available here.

Chicago Shamrock Crawl in Wrigleyville | 8 am

On St. Patrick’s Day, everyone is Irish. That means you. Grab your closest friends and empty all the green gear out of your closet. It’s time for you to celebrate the right way as we take over the Wrigleyville neighborhood with this one of a kind event. Hit all the Wrigleyville bars, and tickets include admission, a t-shirt, breakfast, and gift cards to use during the crawl! Get tickets here

Bar Crawl Bonanza at HVAC Pub | 8 am to 6 pm

Just one of the stops on St. Patrick’s Day Saturday HVAC Pub already has everything you could want! They’re starting early and going all day for one of the biggest crawls in the city. Grab your crew, throw on the green, and get ready for a full day of drinks, music, and nonstop St. Paddy’s vibes in the heart of Wrigleyville. Enjoy music from DJ legends Khanh, Ram B, Jonji, Cios, HabibiBeatz, Glo Boy, and stay late for the After Dark Party starting at 7:30 pm.

Breakfast Buffet at The River Kitchen & Bar | 8 am to 12 pm

Get ready to go green at The River Kitchen & Bar this St. Patrick’s Day! Join in for a high-energy celebration filled with a drink package, Irish classics, and nonstop good vibes. Included in your purchase is all you can drink mimosas, Bloody Marys, one mix cocktails, seltzers, and domestic beer. Don’t miss out on the food; they’re serving up a fully stocked breakfast buffet to satisfy all your St. Paddy’s Day cravings. Tickets start at $40.

Parade Day Party at Vaughan’s Pub | 8 am

Vaughan’s Pub is going all out for the occasion with Irish dancers, bagpipers, and Irish tunes designed to make you feel like you’re in the heart of Ireland. Get your jig on with the help of Irish whiskey, green beer, food, and cocktails!

Live Music at Tin Roof | 8 am to 3:00 am

Tin Roof in the heart of Wrigleyville is bringing the parade inside with live music all day! Starting at 8 am, they’ll be serving a brunch buffet stocked full of breakfast favorites. Live music starts at 10 am and doesn’t stop until close! 2:30 am is when the last DJ goes on, so make sure you get your fill of Irish whiskey and green beer before then.

Party Day at Clover | 8:30 am

Green beer. Shamrocks. Zero chill. Clover Lincoln Park is kicking off St. Patrick’s Day at 8:30 am with a full day of festive drinks and non-stop celebration. Enjoy unlimited call drinks and domestics until 12:00 pm.

St. Patrick’s Day Party at Budweiser Brickhouse Tavern | 8 am to 12 pm

Celebrate the day with an early-morning brunch and day party featuring drink tickets, an Irish breakfast buffet, and a live DJ to kick off the holiday. Tickets start at $35 and get you four drinks at this tavern in the heart of Wrigleyville! Snag your tickets here.

We Don’t Need Luck, We Need Beer at Duffy’s | 9 am

Duffy’s is going full Irish for St. Patrick’s Day with flowing drinks, festive vibes, and an all-day party you can count on. Tickets for the 3 hour drink package (9 am-12 pm) start at $45 and earn you call cocktails and mimosas, green beer, domestic drafts, and select seltzers that will keep you feeling good all day long! Stick around for a special appearance by Chciago bagpipers, and a chance to win a free trip for two to Ireland! If you’re not sure about committing to anything, stop by anyway to experience the classic Duffy’s energy. Regular bar service will be running open to close. Tickets are sold here.

Irish Fun at Happy Camper | 9 am

Wrigleyville’s ultimate party space is certain to dish out some Irish fun this St. Patrick’s Day in Chicago! Let Happy Camper Wrigleyville kick you off with something proper, featuring two levels of antics and plenty of table selections for you and your friends to get after it! With your ticket purchase you’ll score a welcome shot tray for your party, 4 green happy hats, 1 bucket of seltzers, and 1 bucket of beer! Now that’s a party! Order your tickets here for a good time.

Brunch at Graystone Tavern | 9 am to 12 pm

Starting at 9 am, Graystone Tavern is serving a full service breakfast buffet complete with eggs, sausage, potatoes, toast, and of course Lucky Charms! They don’t want you getting thirsty though; green beer will be flowing, as well as brunch staples like mimosas and Bloody Marys. Chelsea fans will be gathering here to watch the game vs. Newcastle at 12:30, so come expecting high energy and a great time! Claim your ticket now to secure your spot.

Day Party at Kirkwood Bar and Grill | 9 am to 12 pm

Start Parade Day at Kirkwood for a day party! Tickets start at $40 and include four call drink tickets, as well as breakfast. Fill up on scrambled eggs, hash tots, bacon, and you can even build-your-own corned beef sandwich. Get tickets here

Early Happy Hour at George Street Pub | 9 am to 12 pm

George Street Pub is celebrating Saint Patrick’s with their earliest Happy Hour of the year! Specials include $4 Green Beer Drafts, $6 Tully Shots, and $6 High Noons. No wristbands or reservations necessary, just walk on in.

St. Patrick’s Bottomless Drag Brunch at Lark | 10 am

Warning: you might be green with envy after seeing the fabulous divas performing at Lark for St. Paddy’s Day weekend! Their signature weekend brunch comes with a shamrock twist! The stacked cast includes Pixel, Persephone, Brooklyn Larue, Vanya A. Dee, and Ben performing their favorite numbers just for you. Drink choices include NUTRL canned cocktails, $5 Bud Lights, and more. Saturday performances are at 10 am, 12:15 pm, 2:30 pm. Sunday performances run from 11 am-3 pm.

3 Hour Open Bar at Barcocina | 10 am

Get all fueled up for the big day with free breakfast and drinks at Barcocina! Ticketholders can take full advantage of their 3 hour open bar starting at 10 am serving beers/seltzers, one mixer cocktails, house margaritas, skinny punch, house wines, and non-alcoholic options. The deal doesn’t stop there— included with your ticket is free breakfast from the kitchen. If you’ve never had this Mexican fusion eatery, this might be the perfect chance to try some of the best food the neighborhood has to offer. Tickets start at $40.

Green Explosion at Clark St Dog | 10 am

Grab some of the greenest green merch you ever did see at Clark St Dog, and wear it proudly this Saturday. There’s something for everyone at this classic dive bar and hot dog joint, and starting at 10 am on 3/11, everyone’s Irish and everyone’s ready to party! Drink to the holiday with specialty green shots, bracelets, tasty food, and more!

Lá Fhéile Pádraig at Wilde Bar & Restaurant | 10 am

This Irish eatery is celebrating with the neighborhood all day after 10 am! It’s your one-stop shop for traditional Irish food, Irish dancing, and bagpipers piping the sweetest tunes.

Family Craft & Brunch at Pilot Project Brewing | 10 am to 4 pm

Step into some family friendly fun at Pilot Project this Saturday! Grab one of their signature beers, and sit back and enjoy a laid back celebration with $5 crafting kits for kids. No tickets required for anyone not feeling crafty, and brunch will be on the menu.

Irish Food & Drink at Smoke Daddy BBQ | 10 am to 10 pm

No bar crawl is complete without a stop for food, and the lineup Smoke Daddy BBQ is absolutely mouthwatering! Stop in on parade day to take a bite of their $10 Reuben dip, $23 smoked corned beef & cabbage plate, and $17 corned beef hash (brunch only). They’re not skimping on the drinks either— take a sip of $6 green beer and $5 powers Irish whiskey shots. Now that’s hot.

Celebrate at Sidetrack | 11 am to 3 am

It’s always a party at Sidetrack. So why would St. Paddy’s Day weekend be any different? There’s never a cover; all you need to bring is the party. Celebrate with the community and show your green spirit with green frozens, and take part in giveaways running all day long.

Irish Shenanigans at ROCKS | 11 am

Let the fun begin at ROCKS this St. Paddy’s Saturday! They open to the crowds early at 11 am serving up all their bar fare with an Irish flare. Feast on corned beef sliders, Irish nachos, and of course their big ass pretzel! Visitors can dance and sing along to the musical stylings of Shannon Rovers while drinking green beers, Irish mules, and more.

All Inclusive Parties at Rizzo’s | 7 pm to 11 pm

There’s no better way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day than with your closest friends at Rizzo’s Bar & Inn, located directly across from Wrigley Field in the heart of Wrigleyville! Tickets include beer, call drinks, seltzers & appetizers! Book here.

St. Patrick’s Party at Home Away From Home | 7 pm to 9 pm

Grab your green and make your way over to Home Away From Home after the big day! Starting at 7 pm, they’re cooking up free food and drinks to ticketholders to make sure everyone is fueled and hydrated after parading all day. Tix are $30 and can be bought here.

First St. Paddy’s at Dad’s Place

Make some noise for almost one whole year of Dad’s Place being open, and come turn up the energy for St. Paddy’s Day Saturday at this karaoke spot that’s always a rager. They’re gearing up for their very first St. Paddy’s party ever and pulling out all the stops to make it one you’ll never forget. Come by, bring your crew, and sing your hearts out to your favorite Irish tune.

The North End Saint Paddy’s Party

This Northalsted bar is ready to party! Celebrate with $8 Irish Car Bombs, $5 Tullamore D.E.W. shots, $6 Guinness 16oz cans, and $5 Miller Draft Green Beer

Food and Drink Specials at Parrots

Celebrate the day of the parade at Parrots Bar & Grill! No doubt about it, they’ll be pouring green beers o’plenty. Savor in all your Irish favs like Reuben sammies, cheese curds, and of course, Parrots’ iconic giant pretzel! Wash it all down with their Saturday drink specials including but not limited to $5 Haymarket Tavern beers, $7 any whiskey shots, and $15 bomb shots. No cover charged, just come hungry and thirsty.

Irish Beer + More at Dryhop Brewers

Get your beer on at Dryhop this Saturday after the parade! Grab a pint and unwind from the festivities, or turn up the energy with your crew over a many, many drinks. On the menu at Dryhop is green beer – Jaded Leprechaun Kolsch, Begyle’s Conway Irish red ale, reuben sandwiches, and Irish whiskey o’plenty!

Lá Fhéile Pádraig at Wilde Bar & Restaurant | 11 am

The workday blues aren’t stopping any of the cheer at Wilde Bar & Restaurant. It’s the last day to catch their seasonal Irish specials, and dine to the backdrop of Irish dancers and bagpipers.

Irish Food & Drink at Smoke Daddy BBQ | 11 am to 9 pm

You can find one of the smokiest, hottest, St Paddy’s Day menus right here in Wrigleyville at our very own Smoke Daddy BBQ. Think a steamy Reuben dip, a perfectly seasoned corned beef & cabbage plate, and a juicy bite of “The Freak.” Accompany this with a $6 green beer and it’s a match made in heaven. Open at 11 am, swing by for lunch, dinner, or both! We wouldn’t blame you.

St. Patrick Day Party at Stolen Saddle | 6 to 9 pm

It’s double the fun! Chicago Twenty Something is doubling down this year with another event, this time on the actual St. Patrick’s Day holiday. It may be a Tuesday, but that won’t stop the party, and Stolen Saddle is hosting the hottest! Their all-inclusive package includes two-touch Jameson cocktails, green beer, Irish nachos, Jameson whiskey tastings, & more! Music-wise you can expect to enjoy a live performance from Last Call Legend from 8-10pm, and bagpipers setting the mood for you and your crew. Check the link here to grab your early-bird ticket and set your plan in motion!

Winner Announcement at Duffy’s | 6 to 8 pm

Duffy’s is handing out a free trip for two to the star of the holiday, Ireland! They’ll be announcing the winner from the pool of ticketholders from St. Paddy’s Saturday. Be there to find out whether luck was in the air this year after all.

St. Paddy’s at Vaughan’s Pub

Vaughan’s Pub isn’t just going hard over the weekend— they’re keeping the energy going for St. Patrick’s Day proper with green beer, corned beef sliders, and all the Irish music you could dream of.

Holiday Hours at Jujin Coffee

If you haven’t checked out the brand new (and adorable) Jujin Coffee that just opened up over on Broadway, this St. Patrick’s Day might be the perfect opportunity! They’re usually not open on Tuesday’s but March 17th is the exception. Just for your enjoyment they’re bringing in a green as can be vegan matcha cheesecake! Take a bite of the holiday, or sip on one of their delicious matcha drinks as you reflect on the weekends’ happenings.

St. Patrick’s Day Sale at Lola & Bowie | While Supplies Last

For a limited time, when customers buy any of the St. Patrick’s Day tees at Lola & Bowie they’ll receive a pair of Shamrock Sunglasses for free! If you’ve been procrastinating getting your green fit together, now’s your chance to snatch up a cute tee and some sunglasses to accessorize! Offer goes while supplies last.

St. Paddy’s Day Cookies from Klein’s Bakery | While Supplies Last

St. Patrick’s Day just got sweeter. Peek into the case at Klein’s Bakery on Diversey to find a host of green sweets and treats. On the menu? Chocolate Chip M&M Green Cookies, The Luckiest Shamrock Sugar Icing Cookies, and the iconic Italian Cookie Box – St. Patrick’s Edition. These baked goods make the perfect snacks for parties, or a way to celebrate with the family.

Reuben Sandwich Special at Kit Kat Club | Saturday March 14 & Sunday March 15

Kit Kat is running a limited edition Reuben Sandwich for St. Patrick’s weekend! House brined corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss, 1000 Island dressing, and served with coleslaw and fries for $21!

St. Patrick’s Day Drink Specials at Drew’s On Halsted | March 13 to March 17

Be Irish for the full week with Drew’s on Halsted! Their drink specials run Friday to Tuesday, and are sure to have you feeling lucky! Try a sip of $9 Jameson green apple cocktails, $7 Guinness beers, and $7 Jameson shots. And of course, green beer for just $6!

Weekend Food & Drink at Billy Goat Tavern | March 13 to March 17

Take a bite of Irish cuisine and drinks at Billy Goat Tavern in Wrigleyville all weekend long! This longstanding Chicago joint is here to serve all your food and beverage needs. Specials include $10 reuben rolls, $7 lucky mimosas, $6 green beers, $7 Irish mules, and Jamo or Tully shots for just $6.

Daily Irish Chef Specials from Wilde Bar & Restaurant | Feb 27 to March 17

If you’re familiar with Wilde on Broadway, then you already knew they’d be doing the most for their favorite holiday of the year. Starting late February, their chefs will be crafting the most delicious, traditional Irish treats throughout the St. Paddy’s season. If you’re looking to get in the Irish spirit, trying a new Irish staple is sure to do the trick!

Paddy’s Pub (It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia) at Replay Lincoln Park | Feb 27 to March 31

Replay Lincoln Park is known for their extravagantly themed rooms, and every March they transform the main bar into the infamous “Paddy’s Pub.” Starting a couple weekends before the holiday on February 27th, Paddy’s Pub serves custom cocktails designed to have you feeling Irish.

Matcha Mayhem at TE’AMO Boba Bar | March 1 to March 31

Te’Amo is celebrating green season with a gorgeous collection of matcha based sweets and treats. Matcha lovers cannot miss the three new matcha drinks or the brand new matcha donut. The goodness doesn’t stop there: treat yourself to a smooth matcha cheesecake bao, or a dense matcha basque cheesecake. Dessert doesn’t get better than this.

Going Green with Stan’s Donuts | March 1 to March 31

This year, for St. Patrick’s Day, Stan’s Donuts & Coffee are doing their best Chicago River impersonation and turning green! With four new specialty designer donuts, four new drinks, and St. Patrick’s Day themed cookies, they’re proving they’re Chicago through and through. From March 10-17 catch their specialty donuts like the Irish Cream Bismark, Green River Glazed, or Shamrock Sprinkles. Their seasonal drink menu is green all month long and features tried and true combos like the Irish Cream Cold Brew with Cold Foam, and the Mint Oreo Shake. Check out the full menu here.

Shakers’ on Clark’s Shamrock Long Island | March 1 to March 31

The flavor of the month for March is green at Shakers on Clark! Alongside your typical favorites, they’re making a signature Shamrock Long Island Iced Tea that’s sure to be one of their tastiest menu items to date.

The Unofficial Pregame at Stretch | March 13

City Standard will be at Stretch Chicago selling merch and offering a giveaway to a lucky few. They’ve got an amazing selection of t-shirts and accessories that are taking festive to the max. Don’t worry— Stretch is accommodating the crowd with happy hour drinks from 5 to 7 pm. Sip on a bev, and peruse the racks this Friday to your heart’s content.

Live Performances at Gallagher Way | March 15

Head to Gallagher Way on Sunday, March 15, and for an afternoon of fun for all ages! Gather your friends, family, and even your pets for a celebration like no other. Stop by and experience festive live performances and activities from 11 to 3 pm like the Strolling Magician, Trinity Irish Dancers, and Shannon Rovers. During and in-between performances little ones can take part in crafts, and join in on Irish dance classes from Old Town School of Folk Music. Festive drinks will be served including the iconic green beer, and Irish coffees to scare away the Sunday scaries.