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Make sure to wear green — unless you’re cool with getting pinched. St. Patrick’s Day is around the corner, and Orlando is rolling out a full slate of pub crawls, street parties, parades and live music to celebrate. From family-friendly festivals to late-night bar bashes, here’s where to go green around town.
The Byrne Brothers at Judson’s Live
When: Wednesday, March 11, 7 p.m. & 9 p.m.
Where: Judson’s Live at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando
The Byrne Brothers bring a celebration of Irish culture to Judson’s Live with a high-energy blend of traditional Irish folk and dance music, complete with banjo, mandolin, bagpipes and fiddle. Hailing from Donegal and now based in Orlando, the group — joined by world-class Irish dancers — has amassed more than 250,000 followers and 50 million video views, becoming festival favorites on both sides of the Atlantic. Ticketed event; doors open at 6 p.m. for the 7 p.m. show and 8:30 p.m. for the 9 p.m. show.
St. Paw-trick’s Week at BarkHaven
When: March 12-17, 2026
Where: 724 Brookhaven Drive, Orlando
BarkHaven is bringing the luck (and leashes) with a weeklong St. Paw-trick’s Pawty from March 12 to 17. The canine social hub — complete with full-service restaurant and bar, supervised off-leash dog park and grooming facilities — will host themed nights including Jameson Spotlight specials, an Irish After Dark party and an all-day St. Paw-trick’s Day Pawty on March 14 featuring a live DJ, green foam party and festive drink specials. The celebration wraps March 17 with a laid-back St. Paw-trick’s Finale and Irish cocktail features. Free to attend. Costumes (for pups and people) encouraged.
Mighty Festival at Raglan Road Irish Pub
When: March 13-17, 2026 (Friday hours: 11 a.m. to midnight)
Where: 1640 Buena Vista Drive, Orlando
Raglan Road Irish Pub’s 2026 Mighty St. Patrick’s Festival runs March 13 to 17, bringing award-winning imported Irish bands and the Raglan Road Irish Dancers to the stage in the lead-up to the mother of all Irish holidays. Expect nonstop live music, high-energy step dancing and plenty of hearty pub fare and Guinness flowing all weekend. Free to attend.
St. Paddy’s Milky Way Crawl
When: Friday, March 13, 6-10 p.m. (and later)
Where: Milk District
Shake your shamrocks — the St. Paddy’s Milky Way Crawl is back and ready to turn the Milk District green. More than 15 neighborhood spots will offer exclusive drink specials, free samples and themed bites for wristband holders, plus perks like a free Guinness sampler, Jell-O shots, festive cocktails, food specials and merch.
St. Patrick’s Day Festival in Oviedo
When: Saturday, March 14, 4-9 p.m.
Where: Center Lake Park, 299 Center Lake Lane, Oviedo
Oviedo’s annual St. Patrick’s Day Festival returns with family-friendly Irish-themed performances, food vendors and beer (beer punch cards required). Free admission; food and drinks sold separately.
Irish-ish Fest: A St. Patrick’s Day Bash!
When: Saturday, March 14, 1-8 p.m.
Where: 111 W. Fifth Ave., Windermere
Windermere Brewing Company is going “Irish-ish” for its St. Patrick’s Day celebration, with a special holiday beer release crafted just for the occasion. Guests can sip $5 Lake Walking brews and specials all day while live music comes courtesy of Francesca Tarantino (2:30-5:30 p.m.).
Shamrocks & Shenanigans at Live! at the Pointe
When: March 14, 2026, 8 p.m.
Where: 9101 International Drive, Orlando
Live! at the Pointe Orlando will host Shamrocks & Shenanigans, a St. Patrick’s Day takeover across five bars and nightclubs under one roof. Expect DJs spinning all night, a Live! band, dueling pianos, festive décor and themed photo ops for the ultimate green-out. Ticketed entry.
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at Boxi Park
When: Saturday, March 15, 1-8 p.m.
Where: 6877 Tavistock Lakes Blvd., Orlando
Boxi Park in Lake Nona celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with live Irish music and dance performances throughout the afternoon and evening. Free to attend.
Shamrock Shakedown: St. Paddy’s Day Block Party
When: Saturday, March 15
Where: Downtown Sanford
Sanford’s St. Patrick’s Day party goes down this weekend with live entertainment, traditional bagpipers, live wrestling, food trucks and more.
Wall Street Plaza Downtown Party
When: Sunday, March 17, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.
Where: 25 Wall St., Orlando
Wall Street Plaza hosts a St. Patrick’s Day block party on March 17, taking over downtown with live music, great food and an anything-goes green atmosphere from late morning until 2 a.m. Expect multiple bars, outdoor stages and a packed street full of shamrock-clad revelers. Ticketed entry.
Promenade at Sunset Walk (Kissimmee)
When: Tuesday, March 17, 2026, 2-11 p.m.
Where: 3251 Margaritaville Blvd., Kissimmee
Promenade at Sunset Walk goes green for its St. Patrick’s Day Street Party & Celebration, inviting guests to rock their best emerald attire for an afternoon-to-night bash. Expect live bands on two stages — including Def Lepprechaun & Rhythm Me Up — plus DJ K1X, DJ Scotty B, street performers and an artisan craft market. A special St. Patrick’s Day edition of Dockside Dueling Pianos takes over The Wharf, while participating venues serve up festive food and drink specials. Free admission; RSVP encouraged.
St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl at Icon Park
When: Sunday, March 17, 1-8 p.m.
Where: 8375 International Drive, Orlando
Icon Park invites guests to drink around the 20-acre entertainment destination during its annual St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl. Pick up a complimentary crawl pass at participating venues, purchase the featured drink (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) at each stop and collect stamps along the way. Those who complete the crawl can redeem their pass for a free ride on The Wheel at Icon Park — which will be glowing green for the holiday. Free to participate; drinks purchased separately.
St. Patrick’s Day Party at Howl at the Moon Orlando
When: Sunday, March 17
Where: 8815 International Drive, Orlando
Howl at the Moon Orlando will deliver live music, high-energy sing-alongs and a crowd that keeps the party going all night long. Whether you’re bar-hopping or settling in for the full celebration, expect green beer, a Jameson Orange Spritz, Lucky Charms Shot and Blarney Bomb (prices vary). Ticketed entry or cover at the door.
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