Every major holiday in Atlanta is accompanied by an onset of grand celebrations in the midtown, downtown and metropolitan area. Whether you prefer to commemorate St. Patrick’s Day with a large crowd in the city or with a close group of friends in a small neighborhood, there is no shortage of events from which to choose.
Here are some of fun things to do in Atlanta to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day:
LEPRE*CON
March 6: A Social Mess, an event marketing company, presents the sixth annual LEPRE*CON festival in Park Tavern featuring the highly anticipated Spring Break Stage, Bent Tent Stage, mascot appearances, eight different DJs and surprise guests along with the anticipated crowd of more than 4,000 people.
Shamrock ‘N Roll Road Race
March 6: Get your running shoes ready for this road race in Atlantic Station hosted by the Junior League of Atlanta, a group of women dedicating to improving the Atlanta community. Proceeds from this race will be used to aid community services programs and projects for this organization.
Sixth Annual Green Mile Block Party
March 11: Celebrate at the Ri Ra Irish Pub with more than 1,000 attendees for an early start to your St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. This Midtown entertainment pub is guaranteed to provide you with a night to remember.
Virginia Highlands Kegs and Eggs
March 12: Join more than 500 early risers at this event beginning at 10 a.m. Tickets to this event includes a complimentary themed drink from each of the six participating Highland bars: Neighbor’s Pub, Hand in Hand, J & J Bourbon Bar & Grill, Atkins Park, Dark Horse Tavern and Diesel.
St. Patrick’s Parade 5K Run/Walk
March 12: Keep the momentum up for your New Year’s Resolutions by running or walking in this 5K throughout the roads of Midtown, Piedmont Park and historic Peachtree Street. All competitors over the age of 21 who finish the race will receive a complimentary draft Guinness Nitro IPS or Blonde after the race and specials on the delicious meals at Fado Irish Pub in Midtown.
St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 12: Right after going on the 5K run, cool down with the 134th installation of this parade filled with activities perfect for a family day out. Music, dancing and other festivities attest to the effervescence of this city and its appeal to a wide range of people.
St. Patrick’s Day at Fado Irish Pub Buckhead
March 12: This event is an outdoor bash to remember with 10 hours of live music, DJs, entertainment, Irish dancing and much more!
Luckyfest at Park Tavern
March 12: Wear your best green attire at this 21 and older celebration in Midtown, featuring live performances by Zale, Lefty Williams Band, Radio Birds and Ian Schumacher.
Shamrockin’ for a Cure
March 12: Get ready to have the time of your life at Encore Park with food, drinks and music all while benefiting research towards the cure for the life-limiting genetic disorder, cystic fibrosis.
Sixth Annual Suwannee Beer Fest
March 19: Winner of the Best Festival in Gwinnett County, this celebration features thousands of attendees, diverse food options that suit every appetite, more than 250 featured craft beers and live music throughout the entire event.
2016 Atlanta Streetcar St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl
March 19: Downtown Atlanta never disappoints when it comes to themed celebrations. End your week of celebrations on the right note by taking a weekend ride through Atlanta on a streetcar. You’ll be able to enjoy the scenery of historic sites such as Edgewood Avenue, Fairlie Poplar, Peachtree Corridor and Centennial Park, with close friends for an afternoon to remember.
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