Get ready to raise a green beer — St. Patrick’s Day is next Friday, March 17. Break out your shamrock swag for these five upcoming events that are sure to bring you good luck.
- Raleigh St. Patrick’s Day Parade | Saturday, March 11 | 10 a.m. | Downtown Raleigh | Free | The parade will begin on North Wilmington Street near Freedom Park and end on South Salisbury Street near the Raleigh Convention Center; view the map.
- St. Patrick’s Day Block Party | Saturday, March 11 | 11 a.m.-2 a.m. | Hibernian Irish Pub & Restaurant, 311 Glenwood Ave., Raleigh | Free | Listen to bagpipes and live music, watch Irish dances, and enjoy cold beer.
- St. Paddy’s Party | Saturday, March 11 | 2-11 p.m. | Raleigh Beer Garden, 614 Glenwood Ave., Raleigh | Free | Head to this spot after the parade to listen to three bands, hear bagpipers play, and sip on drink specials.
- St. Patrick’s Day Weekend | Friday, March 17 + Saturday, March 18 | Times vary | Boxcar Bar + Arcade, 330 W. Davie St., Raleigh | Free | Celebrate the Irish with a special cocktail menu, live music, and games.
- St. Patrick’s Day | Friday, March 17 | 3-11 p.m. | Lonerider Brewery, 8816 Gulf Ct., Ste. 100, Raleigh | Free | Sip on green beer, listen to live music, and enjoy bites from food trucks.