Pour yourself a Guinness this weekend in Houston for it’s St. Patrick’s Day. The annual Irish-based tradition honoring the Patron Saint of Ireland traces back to 1631. This weekend, the city is keeping the tradition alive with a number of St. Patrick’s Day events in Houston. From the 63rd annual St. Patrick’s Day parade, to themed specials across the city, and Shamrockin’ Irish pubs in Houston, read on to discover the best things to do for St. Patrick’s Day in Houston.
1. 64th Annual Houston St. Patrick’s Parade
The Houston St. Patrick’s Day celebration has been a cherished tradition for many years, honoring Irish culture since the 1880s. Originating as a day of enjoyment with activities like food, music, and games at Houston’s Market Square, the event has evolved over time into one of the nation’s largest St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, while still maintaining its original spirit.
Downtown Houston is turning green this weekend with the return of the city’s grand St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Kicking off at Dallas Street at noon, Saturday March 15, the City will celebrate the Irish-themed holiday with a festive procession of 100 floats, bands, an Irish Stew Cook-Off and activities for the whole family to enjoy.
📍Dallas Street, Houston
📅 March 15, Noon – 2 pm
2. POST Houston St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
Following the Houston St. Patrick’s Parade, post-parade festivities will be held at POST Houston. Here, the market will reprise its rich annual St. Patrick’s Day celebration with a massive Irish-themed market, food, games, bands, folk dances, and more.
The venue will also host a special Pot O’Gold Scavenger Hunt, wherein organizers have squirreled away seven Leprechauns throughout the main spaces. Those who find the treasures will receive special prizes including access to the venue’s concert, Art Club, and more.
📍401 Franklin St
📅 March 15, 11 am – 8 pm
3. 4th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Party at Ducky McShweeney’s
Opened back in March 2022, Ducky McShweeney’s is an Irish bar in Houston that features numerous dart boards, an 8-tap beer roster, cozy furniture and a gatropub menu.
This weekend, the bar is hosting its 4th annual block party on Monday, March 17. The event is set to feature, live music, drink specials, DJs, and more. The free party kicks off at 11 am.
📍2025 Post Oak Blvd.
📅 March 17, 11 am – 2 am
4. Go on the Kiss Me, I’m Irish Bar Crawl St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl
Taking place Saturday, March 15, and Monday March 17, Houstonians can enjoy drink specials, coverless entry, and camaraderie at the annual bar crawl. Participating venues include: Leon’s, The Maple Leaf Pub, Front Porch Pub, Wooster’s Garden, Reset, Pour Behavior, Playground, and The Dogwood. Wristband holders will have special access to the bars’ various drink specials.
Drink specials depend on day and time. Patrons must pre-purchase their Bar Crawl Wristband and check in at Leon’s Lounge to receive map and drink special hours. Be sure to check in during registration hours.
📍Leon’s Lounge, 1006 McGowen Street
📅 March 15, 17
5. Lucky’s St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl
Starting at 4 pm on Saturday, March 15, 2025, the Lucky’s St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl will comprise of eight venues including FAO HTX, Unicorn Disco, Christian’s Tailgate Bar & Grill, Lone Star Saloon, Wonder Bar, and more. Participants will enjoy 2-3 drinks or shots with different voucher options, beads, food specials, and an after-party. Check-in is at FAO HTX.
📍FAO HTX, 2303 Smith St Ste 300
📅 March 15
6. Houston Heights Luck of the Irish Bar Crawl
Enjoy themed drinks, exclusive specials, food, beads, and more at the Heights-area Irish bar crawl this Friday. The bar crawl will feature multiple participating venues beginning with Christian’s Tailgate Bar & Grill.
📍Christian’s Tailgate Bar & Grill, 2820 White Oak Drive
📅 March 14
7. St. Patrick’s Day at Saint Arnold
Houston’s beloved brewery will be hosting a special St. Patrick’s Day celebration at its beer garden and restaurant this coming Monday. The free celebration will feature live entertainment with pub songs from Jared Gibb, energetic Irish tracks from Das Ist Sainte, and Clann Kelly with Irish folk dancing. The event will also feature food, a local market, and its annual Donegal Beard Growing Competition.
📍Multiple locations
📅 March 17, 4 pm – 9 pm
8. Heights Bier Garten Saint Patrick’s Day Shenanigans Party
The sprawling patio bar in The Heights will host its annual Saint Patrick’s Day celebration this Sunday, March 17. Here, the venue will feature live performances from Good Times Muffin as well as green beer, cocktail specials, and a full menu will also be available. Festivities kick off at 11 am.
📍1433 N Shepherd Dr
📅 March 16
9. McGonigel’s Mucky Duck St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
Looking for live music, delicious pub fare, and the perfect pint of Guinness? Look no further than McGonigel’s Mucky Duck. This intimate restaurant also serves as a concert venue, hosting live performances four nights a week.
This Monday, the venue is hosting its 34th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration with live music performances from Clandestine, Piper Jones Band, Martin Burniston’s Irish Singalong, Clann Kelly Irish Dancers, and more. The event will also feature themed eats and drinks. If you can’t make the event, McGonigel’s Mucky Duck will be streaming the celebration online.
📍2425 Norfolk St, Houston
📅 March 17
10. Saint Patrick’s Weekend at Irish Pub Kenneally’s
The Houston Irish pub is set to host a special three-day party kicking off Saturday, March 15. Here, Kenneally’s will feature live music from bands such as Pack of Strays, Krista Gene, and Chris Goodwin, as well as dance performances, green beer, pizza, and (on Sunday) prizes, games, and raffles.
📍2111 S Shepherd Dr
📅 March 15 – March 17
11. Saint Patrick’s Three Day Party at Mo’s Irish Pub
It’s another three-day bash at Mo’s Irish Pub in Vintage Park. Kicking off Friday March 14 with a performance by The Harris Country Band, the venue will be celebrating the holiday with more live music, a balloon artist, drinks, dishes, and more.
📍138 Vintage Park Blvd.
📅 March 14 – March 16