Get ready to go green, Tampa Bay. St. Patrick’s Day celebrations kick off this week with festivities across the region, from the traditional dyeing of the Hillsborough River to quirky events like Pickle Fest. The lineup of parties, parades and themed events begins Friday and runs through St. Patrick’s Day on Tuesday.
Paddy Fest St. Pete
March 13 – 15, 2026 | Williams Park
Get ready for three days of Irish cheer at the 4th Annual Paddy Fest St. Pete. Enjoy live Irish music, traditional dance and family-friendly fun, including the Walker Wealth Kids Zone, mini golf, inflatables and raffles. Savor authentic Irish fare, corned beef and cabbage and tastings of Guinness and Tullamore Dew. Explore artisan crafts, Celtic apparel, baked goods and unique gifts at the Irish Market, making this St. Patrick’s Day celebration a must-visit for all ages.
Paddy’s Palooza on Clearwater Beach
March 13-15, 2026 | Hurricane Eddies Clearwater Beach
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day all weekend at Hurricane Eddie’s during Paddy’s Palooza. Festivities kick off Friday with green drink specials, a DJ and a best green outfit contest. On Saturday, enjoy live bands, games, raffles and drink specials. On Sunday, recover with live music and a Bloody Mary bar.
Shamrocks & Shenanigans
March 13-17, 2026 | Top Shelf Sports Lounge
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with five days of festive food and drink specials, Expect green beer, Guinness, Jameson and picklebacks alongside Irish-inspired bites like corned beef and cabbage egg rolls, poutine and wings. On Saturday, enjoy a bottomless St. Paddy’s brunch buffet featuring unlimited mimosas and green beer.
St. Paddy’s Street Party
March 14, 2026 | The Shops at Wiregrass
Piazza Ave will fill with Irish-themed fun, live performances, games and photo-worthy moments. Enjoy 300+ brews from The Brass Tap, stroll the palm-lined streets and sample bites from 30+ eateries. Free and open to all, this festive celebration is perfect for friends, family and pups.
River O’Green Fest
March 14, 2026 | Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park
The Hillsborough River will turn bright green during this festive St. Patrick’s celebration. The family-friendly event features live music, Irish dance performances, a parade, kids activities, food trucks and plenty of beer. Festivities begin at 11 a.m. with the ceremonial coloring of the river and continue throughout the afternoon, including a pet costume contest and multiple live performances.
Rough Riders St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 14, 2026 | Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park
After the Hillsborough River turns a vibrant shade of green, stick around for the annual Rough Riders parade beginning at 2 p.m.
Paddle the River Green
March 14, 2026 | Urban Kai (Armature)
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on the water with a festive paddle along the Hillsborough River during Tampa’s River O’ Green Fest. The beginner-friendly outing launches from Urban Kai and follows the downtown paddling trail past Tampa Riverwalk and Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park.
St Patrick’s Day Pickle Fest
March 14, 2026 | Armature Works at the Heights
This tangy celebration features vendors serving everything from classic dill favorites to creative pickle-inspired bites and snacks.
O’Keefe’s Irish Fest Clearwater
March 17, 2026 | O’Keefe’s Tavern
Head to O’Keefe’s Tavern for a lively St. Patrick’s Day celebration filled with Irish spirit. Enjoy ice-cold green beer, classic corned beef, live Irish bands, traditional dancers and the sounds of bagpipers and drummers throughout the day
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