It’s that time of year again, when the leprechauns come out to play, taps flow with green beer, and we all celebrate the joy and beauty of Irish culture.
St. Patrick’s Day is near, and since it’s on a Tuesday (March 17), most people will be partying in advance on Saturday, March 14. There are parades all over, bar crawls, and plenty of outdoor celebrations to choose from.
And if you’re looking to enjoy some Irish-themed food and beverage specials without all the day-long partying, check out local restaurants and Irish pubs like Quinn & Tuites, Dublin hall, O’Toole’s Public House, The B.O.B., Blue Water, Bostwick Lake Inn, Flat River Grill, Mangiamo, Nick Fink’s and Rose’s on Reeds Lake.
PARTIES
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration with Trillium Irish Band
Third Nature Brewing Co.
7733 Childsdale Ave. NE, Rockford
March 13, 5:30-8:30 p.m.
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Join for a St. Patrick's Day celebration, where green beer will be flowing alongside Irish themed food specials, Irish dancers and live music with Trillium Irish Band.
Irish Off Ionia
Calder Plaza
March 14, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
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Don’t miss out on Michigan’s largest St. Patrick’s Day festival! Irish Off Ionia features live music, Irish dancers, entertainment, and festive food. The organizers took note of some concerns last year, so this year, expect: Double the stages, double the drink tents, a new layout, and elevated food and beverage offerings, on top of all the usual fun. They’ll have beer, cider, cocktails, gluten-free and zero-proof drink options available, along with 14 different entertainers taking the stage—including DJs, traditional Irish music, dancers and drag.
Shamrock on Stocking
Holiday Bar
804 5th St. NW, Grand Rapids
March 14, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
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Shamrock on Stocking is Grand Rapids’ new St. Patrick’s Day street festival and block party, bringing Irish Spirit to the Westside. Expect high-energy, DJ-driven music throughout the day, as well as (green) beer tents and fun cocktails, plenty of Irish-inspired food, street performers, a costume contest, special merch, and more.
The Irish Remedy 2026
Monroe North Business District
March 14, 2-8 p.m.
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Grand Rapids, it’s time to turn Monroe North green! The annual Irish Remedy block party is back and bigger than ever—a completely FREE, family-friendly St. Patrick’s Day celebration taking over the Monroe North Business District with live music, DJs, local vendors and makers, food, drinks and family-friendly activities. Multiple venues in the area are involved, including: City Built Brewing, Brickyard Tavern, SpeakEZ Lounge, Garage Bar, Chicago Beef Joint and SILVA.
St. Patrick’s Day Party
Wild Bull
150 S. Edwards St., Kalamazoo
March 14, 9 p.m.-2 a.m.
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Grab your friends, wear your green, and come celebrate like the Irish. The Wild Bull in Kalamazoo is throwing a party full of “green drinks, good luck and a little mischief.”
Irish Fest at Lucy’s
Lucy’s
133 Columbus Ave., Grand Haven
March 12-17
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Head to Lucy’s in Grand Haven for five days of green beer, special cocktails, Irish fare (like shephard’s pie, Reuben, and Guiness beef stew), live music and great times!
St. Patrick’s Day at IDC
I Don’t Care
180 Monroe Ave. NW, Grand Rapids
March 21, 8 p.m.-midnight
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Cover yourself in gold (and green) and join IDC for a St. Patrick's Day Party so fun, it would make a Leprechaun wish they had the door code. Speaking of which, IDC is a bar hidden away in the Amway Grand Plaza, that requires a special code to get in. Luckily, all it takes to get on the list is to sign up with your name and email. This party has a $10 cover charge and features a special cocktail: Luck of the Irish.
PARADES
Holland
From Pine Ave. to Columbia Ave.
March 14, 12-1 p.m.
Wear your green, gather your friends and family, and join the fun as Holland goes Irish for the day at the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade! The parade begins at noon at the Eighth Street Market Place, then travels east up 8th Street until it reaches Columbia Avenue. The parade features floats, vehicles, animals, live music, and so much more. Entries will be handing out goodies such as candy and beads to parade viewers, too!
Muskegon
On Western Avenue, from 6th St. to 1st St.
March 14, 11 a.m.
Join on Western Ave for a lively morning featuring festive floats, energetic Irish dancers, and toe-tapping music that brings the spirit of Ireland to life.
Kalamazoo
From S. Burdick St. to Cedar St.
March 14, 11 a.m.
Several thousand people will line the streets of Kalamazoo as pipe bands, drum corps, step dancers, local celebs, and more come out to walk the streets, starting at 11 a.m.
Grand Rapids
From Lyon St. to Monroe Center
March 14, 11 a.m.
This annual parade features drum corps, pipe bands, classic cars, treats, dancing and more, all traveling west down Lyon St., then turning onto Monroe and Monroe Center, ending on Fulton by the Veterans Memorial Park.
BAR CRAWLS
Lucky’s St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl
Tin Can Grand Rapids
March 14, 4-10 p.m.
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Join for a bar crawl across 10+ venues, including Tin Can, Gimme’s Par and Grill, K-ROK and more, with a “mid party” at Social House from 6-8 p.m., and an after party at Flamingo Lounge from 10 p.m. to midnight. You’ll get drinks included, a special cup and bottle opener lanyard, green and gold party beads, pro photographers capturing the action, and more.
6th Annual Shamrock Pub Crawl
Wick’s Park Bar & Grill - Saugatuck
March 14, 12:30-6 p.m.
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The day begins at Wick's Park Bar and Grill between 12:30 and 2 p.m., where you will pick up your Punch Card and proceed to crawl to 5 other bars throughout the downtown area. Multiple crawlers will win prizes, including one Grand Prize announced at Wick’s Park at 5:45 p.m.
Grand Rapids Weekend Bar Crawl
Kusterer Brauhaus
March 14, 4-10 p.m.
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Kick off the celebration by hopping between the city’s top bars with your crew, unlocking exclusive drink specials, St. Paddy’s–themed cocktails, and food deals at select stops. Your ticket includes access to multiple venues, a digital bar crawl map, friendly on-site staff, and free entry to the after-party.
Kalamazoo’s Official Bar Crawl
Harvey’s On the Mall
March 17, 5 p.m.
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From the same people behind the Grand Rapids bar crawl at Kusterer Brauhaus comes this bar crawl across Kalamazoo, starting at Harvey’s On the Mall.
