9 Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day Around Atlanta | 2024
It’s the luck of the Irish, and Atlanta is celebrating! St. Patrick’s Day is fast-approaching on Sunday, March 17th, 2024 – But the festivities ands shenanigans are kicking off early all weekend long.
Whether you are looking to extend your festivities into a weekend-long celebration, or you’re just in it for the green Beer, we have you covered with all the highlights in every direction around the city! Lace up your tennis shoes, join in on giving back to kids in need – Even get the whole family out for a weekend of delicious food, live music, and fun for all ages!
Don’t miss a thing with our list of the Top 9 St. Patrick’s Day Happenings Around Atlanta: March 9th – 17th, 2024.
With so many events throughout the city, Atlanta residents will be able to find ways to kick off the holiday all week long.
- Kegs and Eggs Brunch Block Party
Sunday, March 17th
Virginia Highland
Virginia Highland boasts some of the best brunch spots in Atlanta, and early risers will get to enjoy an All Day Brunch Party! With over 10 local bars and restaurants, guests 21+ will enjoy complimentary Irish-themed beverages, delicious Irish-themed fare, party beads, food and drink specials, and more.
Participating locations include: Neighbor’s Pub, Dark Horse Tavern, Taco Mac, Moe’s & Joes, Farm Burger, Mai Kitchen, D.B.A. Barbecue, Family Dog, Monk’s Meadery, Sweet Auburn BBQ, and Yakitori Kona. - Shamrock Fest
Saturday, March 16th
Park Tavern
Get your green on, grab a mask, and shake your shamrock! The party in the park will feature live music, DJs, shenanigans, and more – And don’t forget the fried oysters, chicken tenders, and gator baskets! There is plenty of green space and fresh air at Park Tavern in Piedmont Park, even with cover for the 21+ rain-or-shine event. - Fadó Irish Pub
March 13th – 17th
Fadó in Buckhead
On Saturday and Sunday, Fadó is closing down Buckhead Ave to fill the street with Live Music, Irish Dancers and March Madness! The St. Patrick’s Day Street Festival opens its doors early for Kegs & Eggs with the Block Party kicking off at 1:00 p.m. Come out all day for live music, DJs, Irish dances, drink specials, and more! Leading up to the main event, Fadó will also celebrate its beloved St. Baldrick’s Head Shaving Event (Friday, March 15th) to fundraise for kids with cancer and host Dirty South St. Patrick’s Trivia (Wednesday, March 13th).
- Atlanta St. Patrick’s Parade
Saturday , March 16th
Midtown
Come rain or shine, the annual family-friendly event is taking over Midtown with clowns, floats, bands, Bagpipe & Drum Corps, children, dancers, drill teams, and more! The emphasis is on children and families in celebration of all of Atlanta’s diverse backgrounds on a day when “everybody is Irish.” Festivities include: face painting, live music on The Plaza stage, beer and fare, dancing, and more shenanigans! -
9th Annual Atlanta St. Patrick’s Parade 5K
Saturday, March 16th
Fadó Irish Pub
Lace up those tennis shoes and run or walk the 5k at your own pace! The Atlanta St. Patrick’s Parade follows the race, so you can make it a whole day of family fun with a variety of fun for all ages. Runners 21 and over will receive a complimentary beverage following the race. Come enjoy live DJs, beer, and snacks leading up to the parade right in front of the pub! -
8th Annual Marietta Shamrock Shuffle
Saturday, March 16th
Marietta Square
The Peachtree Road Race Qualifier welcomes runners and walkers of all skill levels to join in on the fun! The race winds through Marietta’s most charming and historic neighborhoods and includes prizes for St. Patrick’s Day-themed costume contests for the most convincing leprechaun and top qualifier awards. New this year, the 2nd Mile of the race will be designated the “Memorial Mile of Celebration!” This will consist of registering “In Memory Of” teams to run in honor of those we’ve loved and lost. Then during the race, from Mile Marker 2 to Mile Marker 3, everyone will be encouraged to celebrate the lives of their loved ones with cheers, chants, and salutes in motion!
- Luck of the Square
Saturday, March 16th
Colony Square – Buckhead
May the luck of the Square be with you! Enjoy premium views of the Atlanta St. Patrick’s Day Parade with clowns, floats, bands, bagpipe and drums, children, dancers, drill teams, and more. After the parade wraps up, The Square continues the celebration as the official post-parade party zone. Experience live music, festive swag, drinks and more shenanigans!
- Girl Scout Day at the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra
Saturday, March 16th
Atlanta Symphony Hall
Explore the whimsical world of fairy tales with mischievous Irish pipers and fairies at Girl Scout Day with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra! Join the 1:30 p.m. or 3:00 p.m. show to enjoy St. Patrick’s Day with a celebration of Irish storytelling through music. - St. Patrick’s Day Festival
Saturday, March 9th
Buford
Join the Buford community for A celebration of St Patricks Day and Easter! Drink Mimosas or Beer and shop for amazing gifts. There will be a variety of vendors there, and the Easter Bunny will make an appearance since Easter comes early this year! The family-friendly event is free to attend.
