5 local ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day

St. Patrick's Day

We’re clover the rainbow for these local St. Patrick’s Day events. | Photo via Pexels

It’s time to break out your green clothes and shamrock swagSt. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner.

If you’re looking to spend the March 17 holiday with some local celebrationsyou’ve hit the jackpot. We’ve rounded up five local parties, where you can raise a glass of Guinness, snack on Irish fare + shake your shamrocks. 🍻

🍀 Saint Patrick’s Week | Sat., March 12- Sat., March 19 | Trinity College Irish Pub, 910 Currie St.

  • This Irish pub and beer garden is shamrocking all week with live bagpipe performances, Guinness glass engraving, a cornhole tournament + more.
  • No ticket needed.

🏃 CRC St. Patty’s Run | Sat., March 12 | Woodshed Smokehouse, 3201 Riverfront Dr.

  • Take on the Trinity at the Cox Running Club’s 3rd Annual St. Patty’s 5K & 10K Run/Walk. After the trek, treat yourself to free refreshments + craft beers.
  • Tickets start at $30.

🥃 St. Patrick’s Day at The Post | Thurs., March 17 | The Post at River East, 2925 Race St.

  • Celebrate St. Patty’s Day with Irish music performances from local artists including Jacob Furr, sip on classic cocktails + enjoy Irish whiskey shots on the spacious outdoor patio.
  • Tickets are $10.

💚 Shamrocks + Shenanigans | Sat., March 19 | Crockett Row at West 7th, 816 Foch St.

  • Enjoy live music, green miniature ponies, Insta-worthy photo-ops + green drink specials.
  • No ticket needed.

🍻 Cowtown Goes Green | Sat., March 19 + Sun., March 20 | Fort Worth Stockyards

  • Join the city’s largest St. Patrick’s Day event, celebrating Irish culture with a Western twist. From armadillo races to the McTeggart Irish Dancers, there’s an activity for everyone.
  • Some events are ticketed.

Looking to take your St. Patrick’s celebrations to the next level? Use this map to plan a pub crawl with your buddies.

This article was co-authored by FTWtoday intern Hailey Lyon.

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