Saint Patrick’s Day 2025
Everyone knows Chicago goes all out for Saint Patricks’ Day! Whether you’re looking where to munch on some fish and chips and corned beef, where to grab clothes for the Saint Patrick’s parade, or where to party before or after the parade, discover it all here in Lakeview East, Chicago’s luckiest neighborhood!
Month Long Pop Ups
Feeling lucky? Get ready to be Charm’d as Chicago’s first Magical Irish Pop-Up returns for the 2025 season! From the makers of Santa Baby and Nightmare on Clark St, an enchanting, over-the-top, wall-to-wall Irish décor on the 2nd floor of Bamboo Club, lucky charms, social photo-ops, and a whole lot of leprechaun mischief! Complete with a full themed drink list and food menu, everyone will leave feeling like they just found a four leaf clover. 21+
The latest pop-up installation at Replay Lincoln Park, is a replica of Paddy’s Pub, from the hit sitcom It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia! Come visit the “worst bar in Philadelphia” do your Charlie work, practice bird law, and learn the D.E.N.N.I.S system. The pop up launces Friday, February 21st, and will run throughout March!
Eat and Drink Like the Irish
Wilde: Things are always Wilde on Saint Paddy’s Day! Wilde has corned beef and cabbage, Irish Breakfast, bangers and mash, and shepherd’s pie! Make reservations here
Smoke Daddy BBQ: From March 14th-17th, Smoke Daddy is offering classic Irish features. Order some shepherd’s pie, corned beef & cabbage, and of course, “The Freak” sandwich!
Lark: From Friday, March 14th until Sunday, March 16th, Lark is hosting a special menu! Try the Corned Beef Dinner & Shepherd’s Pie evenings from 5 pm-9 pm with great Irish-themed drink specials: $5 Green Bud Light, $6 Select Irish Whiskey Shots, $6 Guinness Pints, $8 Irish Car Bombs, and $8 Proper 12 Green Tea Shots.
Duke of Perth: Yes, we know Duke of Perth is notoriously a Scottish Pub and grill, but they have some traditional Irish fare that can not be ignored! They have Fish and Chips available daily, as well as Shepherd’s Pie and bangers and mash!
ROCKS Lakeview: Sip on the ShamROCKS shake, made with vodka, crème de menthe, vanilla frappe, and whipped cream, and it’s half-priced during happy hour!
Monsignor Murphy’s: This Irish sports pub is the perfect place to celebrate like the Irish! Come for darts, live music, or just to sip from their extensive whisky menu.
Murphy’s Bleachers: A bar that hardly needs an introduction, Murphy’s Bleachers is one of America’s premier Sports Bars and has been proudly serving the neighborhood for over 80 years.
F. O’Mahony’s: It doesn’t get more Irish than F. O’Mahony’s! Enjoy classic Irish eats and décor with a kitchen open late. Try the Rueben sandwich!
Amici: The Broadway restaurant renowned for its arancini is serving up a special for Saint Patrick’s weekend: Corned Beef & Cabbage Arancini! Stop by and grab it to go, or enjoy it at the restaurant!
The North End: From March 15th – 17th, The North End is featuring special dinks! $8 Irish Car Bombs, $5 Tullamore Dew Shots, $6 Guinness 16oz cans, and $5 Miller Draft Green Beer. Happy sipping at Chicago’s favorite gay sports bar!
Dress Well, Make People Green with Envy
Lola and Bowie Bracelet Making Party: Friday, March 7 & 14 from 4 to 7 PM! Come make one of a kind St.Patrick’s Day bracelets and necklace for your St. Paddy’s Day festivities. Take a complimentary Irish shot when you walk in, and BYOB get LUCKED up while you create a bracelet or necklace. $5 bracelet when you purchase one of our LIMITED edition St. Patrick’s Day sweaters at $34.99 (while supplies last) $10 bracelet / $18 necklace. Your furry friends are ALWAYS welcome, but keep in mind you may need two hands to make bracelets/necklaces! Lola and Bowie also have special sweaters for Saint Paddy’s, check out these limited edition sweaters while they are in stock.
The Colette Collection: The Colette Collection on Clark has all the accessories and Saint Paddy’s gear you’ve been looking for! Stop on in for tees, headbands, sweaters, earrings, and more.
Goldplaited Boutique: Goldplaited Boutique just opened its doors last summer and is excited to carry its first Saint Paddy’s collection! Grab a cute crop top, tank, long sleeve, or themed earrings.
Out of the Closet: Shop with a purpose! Out of the Closet is a thrift store in the middle of Northalsted, and they have tons of green clothes available in the shop, as well as fun Saint Patrick’s accessories. To make the shopping experience even better, Out of the Closet is having a sale from March 15th-17th on all purses, bags, and backpacks!
Lakeview Parade Day Parties (March 15th)
Barcocina: Celebrate Parade Day at Barcocina, with a three-hour open bar and Irish buffet for just $40! Doors open bright and early at 10 am. To reserve a table or space, email Desi@barcocinachicago.com
Duffy’s Tavern and Grille: Raise a pint at Duffy’s! The Duffy’s Party Package is $30 and includes green beer draft, mimosas, call cocktails and Tap o’ the Morning brunch buffet to keep you fueled for a day full of shenanigans – plus party favors, giveaways, and live bagpipers. The best part is, a chance TO WIN A TRIP FOR 2 TO IRELAND! The party is from 9 am to noon, and tickets are available here.
F. O’Mahony’s: Come party the Irish way at an Irish pub! On parade day, F. O’Mahony’s will be playing Irish music, will have free giveaways, and will be serving corned beef dinners and pouring $6 green Miller Lite drafts and $6 Tullamore Dew shots. Doors open at 11 am!
Kirkwood Bar: Kirkwood wants to host you and your Paddy’s crew! Tickets for a Saint Paddy’s Party start at $40, and the party is from 9 am to noon. Included in tickets are four call drink tickets, and a buffet of scrambled eggs, hash tots, bacon, and a build your own corned beef sandwich. Ticket prices go up the longer you wait, so get yours now! Click here for tickets
The River: The River will be kicking it off early at 8 am this St. Patrick’s Day with a drinks, buffet, and beats package! The drink package is all-inclusive until noon and includes all call liquors, domestic beer, Irish whiskey drinks, Irish Stout, and a buffet. Prepare yourself for a high-energy, vast party space to let loose. St. Paddy’s has never shamROCKED so well. You MUST have a ticket to enter. Get tickets here
Vaughan’s Pub: This Irish Pub knows how to throw down for Parade Day. On March 15th, come by for Irish dancers, bagpipers, and Irish music! They will have green beer flowing, and plenty of Irish whiskey to go around.
Wilde: Wilde has a WILD weekend in store! On Saturday March 15th, and Sunday, March 16th, they will have Irish Dancers, Bagpipers, and traditional Irish music. Doors open at 10 am both days!
Chicago Shamrock Crawl March 15th
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. Picture it…it’s Saturday morning and you’re drinking green beer, mimosas and seltzers as you crawl from bar to bar in Wrigleyville at Chicago’s BIGGEST St. Pat’s Party. This is the perfect day to start drinking at the top o’ the morning!
Bars Included in Crawl: Old Crow Smokehouse, Moe’s Cantina, Charm’d Bar (Bamboo Club), HVAC, Tin Roof, Murphy’s Bleachers, Sports Corner, Cubby Bear, Sluggers, Vines, Merkle’s, Stretch, Nola, Roadhouse 66, Sandlot, Rabbit Hole, Lucky’s, Hacienda D’Suarez, Country Club, Rizzo’s, Lost Never Found, Happy Camper, Almost Home Tavern, Brickhouse Tavern, Yak-Zies, Trace, DraftKings, Graystone Tavern, Dugout, Cheba Hut & More TBA! (subject to change)
Included with the Ticket: Admission to all bars on the crawl and a free official crawl t-shirt, breakfast buffets, a gift card to use on the crawl, drink specials, giveaways and more!
Wrigleyville Parade Day Parties (March 15th)
Almost Home Tavern & Grill: For just $40, drink all the green beer, Guinness, and call cocktails you can handle! There will also be passed appetizers included! This Irish party package is from 9 am until 1 pm. Get tickets here
Budweiser Brickhouse Tavern: Come bring the (Brick)house down! From 9 AM to 12 PM, tickets include an Irish breakfast buffet, four call drink tickets, and music from a live DJ! Get tickets here
Graystone Tavern: Get Shamrocked Brunch! From 8 am to noon, spend $40 on a ticket and get access to the breakfast buffet of eggs, sausage, breakfast potatoes, toast, and lucky charms! Drinks included in the package are green beer, Guinness, mimosas, bloody marys, and well cocktails. Get your ticket here
Lost Never Found: Kick off your St. Patrick’s celebrations at LNF! Your ticket includes general admission, a light breakfast buffet (available from 11 AM – 12 PM), and a selection of Tito’s highballs, domestic beers, and mimosas to keep the festivities going. Tickets are $40, and can be bought here
Rizzo’s Bar and Inn: Looking for somewhere to go AFTER the parade? Rizzo’s is hosting an all-inclusive party, with tickets available from either 4:30 – 7:30 pm OR from 8 pm to 11 pm. Tickets include admission, beer, call drinks, seltzers, light appetizers & more. Get tickets and secure your spot here!
Northalsted Parties (March 15th and 16th)
Sidetrack: Sidetrack is opening at 11 am on parade day! Party with green frozen drinks, dancers, and giveaways. No cover, it’s Sidetrack!
Lark: At Bottomless Drag Brunch, everyone gets lucky! On both Saturday the 15th and Sunday the 16th, Lark has bottomless drag brunch with Lucky Venus and her leprechaun Hunter. Reserve your spot now!
Kit Kat Lounge: Luck of the Drag Brunch! On both Saturday and Sunday, Kylee Hunter and Angelica Maria are hosting a very lucky drag brunch. Seatings are at 11am and 1:30 pm, with bottomless drinks of course!
Events on St. Patrick’s Day Proper (Monday, March 17)
Bottomless Brunch at Drew’s on Halsted: Drew’s on Halsted is extending their bottomless brunch for Saint Paddy’s proper! The bottomless mimosa brunch is only $49, and it includes an entrée and 8 flavors of mimosas. Make a reservation here
Tin Roof: Wear your green to Tin Roof, and bring the craic! Tin Roof has live music featuring Nick Vallese and The DJ Firm. There will be green beer flowing, and Irish Whiskey specials! No cover – just great drinks, great music, and even better company! Let’s raise a glass and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day the right way!
Wilde: Wilde is open at noon on Saint Patrick’s Day and will have corned beef and cabbage, Irish breakfast, bangers & mash, and Shepherd’s Pie!
