Saint Patrick’s Day in Houston

MARCH 15, 2025

Those hoping to find a pot of gold this St. Patrick’s Day should look no further than POST Houston! While the annual parade takes place in Downtown, Post Houston will transform their venue into a friendly-family festival with games, food, Irish performances, an outdoor market, a live band, a scavenger hunt, and more. The party kicks off at 11am and closes with a live U2 Tribute Band, Blood Red Sky, on the roof of the building at 6pm. Learn more and get concert tickets here.

MARCH 15, 2025

This year Houston’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade marks its 64th anniversary and kicks off with its fan-favorite celebration at 12pm. The free event takes place in downtown Houston and is a family-friendly option for embracing your inner Irish. Various groups and community members will take to the streets to march along the parade route and registration is open to reserve space to walk, ride a float, or drive a truck and be personally immersed in the experience. Prices range from $100 to $125, but if you’d rather observe, grab your green and find the perfect spot to watch along with fellow Houstonians! View the parade route here.

MARCH 17, 2025

Ducky McShweeney’s is the Irish pub in the Galleria that serves up delicious bites, premium whiskey, beers galore, and cocktails. Irish classics like fish and chips or Shepherd’s pie are just scratching the surface of the hearty menu. The food and drinks make this a top option for celebrating St. Patrick’s Day this year. Grab your green garb and get ready to celebrate with a Guinness, Jameson, or the McSchweeney’s Cup which includes Zephyr gin, pimm’s no. 1, cucumber, lemon, agave, ginger ale.

MARCH 15, 2025

The ultimate St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday while exploring some of the hottest bars in H-Town! Tickets are on sale now and include 2-3 drinks or shots, free entry to all bars including an after party, green shot glass necklaces (while supplies last), exclusive drink specials, food specials at select venues, and more! If you enjoy getting together with friends, meeting new people, and celebrating with holiday-themed drinks, then this is the pub crawl for you!

MARCH 17, 2025

Houstonians looking for special brews, delicious food, and live tunes on Saint Patrick's Day should look no further than Saint Arnold! On Monday, March 17 from 4 pm to 9 pm, Saint Arnold's free St. Patrick's Day bash at the beer garden & restaurant will be jam packed with fun, including a Shop Local Market and opportunity to walk away with a commemorative glass mug. Music by Jared Gibb and Das Ist Slainte will offer ambient Irish/pub vibes, while Clann Kelly is set to delight guests with Irish folk moves. Cap it all off with Saint Arnold's legendary Donegal Beard Growing Competition!

 MARCH 17, 2025

Pimlico Irish Pub is counting down the days to what the bar is calling the “best and greenest party in Houston”! The two-story pub features a traditional bar downstairs with gaming and plenty of pints to cheers with. The upstairs offers gorgeous views of the Downtown skyline, perfect for soaking up in between perfectly poured pints of Guinness. Make plans to head to Pimlico for Irish and locally-sourced brews and keep an eye on their website for forthcoming celebration details.

MARCH 17, 2025

Hugh O’Connor’s on Katy Fwy. features pints of Guinness, whiskey, scotch and traditional bar bites that have delighted tried and true customers and new friends alike! On March 17, the authentic Irish bar (owned and run by two “Ireland Cork lads”) invites all to the Marq’E’ bar for a St. Patrick’s Day celebration. Don your green apparel and stop by between 11am and 12am for pints, bites, and all things Irish!

MARCH 15 - 17, 2025

Johnny McElroy’s Irish Pub celebrates all things Irish year round, making it the perfect spot to celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day 2025! The bar on Waugh Dr. invites all 21+ guests to visit on Saturday, March 15 through Monday, March 17 for the St. Patrick’s Day Irish Fest from 11 am to 2 am daily. Enjoy live music, jello shots, food, and green beer as you celebrate with the Irish. Irish fare and bagpipers are all on deck for this event not to be missed, complete with all the Guinness and Jameson you can drink—within reason!

MARCH 15 & MARCH 17, 2025

Mo’s Irish Pub on Vintage Park Blvd. is set to host “Houston’s BIGGEST St. Paddy’s Celebration Weekend” this year! Complete with live music, Irish fun, Irish dancers, green beer, shenanigans & malarkey. Before venturing out of the Houston city limits, grab your shamrocks and Irish spirit for a day of fun at this pub that boasts an extensive beer collection, along with a lively and festive vibe for all to enjoy!

MARCH 15 &  MARCH 17, 2025

The Irish pub on South Shepherd Drive is hosting events throughout the weekend to get your St. Paddy’s Day fix! On March 15, head to Kenneally’s for their St. Patrick’s Day Pre-Party, complete with live music all day, limited special event menu (including the famous Stew & Homemade Guinness Bread and corned beef sandwiches), and more! After recovering from the pre-party, gear up for Kenneally’s 41st Annual St. Patrick’s Day “Under the Tent” Party taking place on March 17. The pub will celebrate “under the tent” with live music all day, the same limited special event menu, and special appearances by Houston’s HFD bagpipers. The world champion Cass-Barrington Irish Stepdancers will delight the crowd at what is sure to be a fantastic event!

MARCH 17, 2025

The Goose’s Acre Bistro & Irish Pub in The Woodlands, just outside of the Houston city limits, is hosting a St. Patrick’s Day Party on March 17. Doors open at 8am with breakfast being served until 11, with lunch and dinner served from 11am to 1am. Live music will delight guests on two stages from 11am to 2am. Irish bagpipers will perform at 12pm and 6pm, while Irish dancers will dazzle those in attendance at 12:30 pm and 8pm. There is a $5 cover charge starting at 2pm when the event transitions to a 21+ party. The celebration is on a first come, first served basis, so get there early and be ready to “cheers” with some green beer!

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Photos: Courtesy of venues mentioned on this page. Header photo: The Goose’s Acre Bistro & Irish Pub.