Get ready to go green, Tampa Bay. St. Patrick\u2019s 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\u2019s Day on Tuesday.<\/p>\n
Paddy Fest St. Pete<\/a><\/p>\n March 13 \u2013 15, 2026 | Williams Park<\/p>\n 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\u2019s Day celebration a must-visit for all ages.<\/p>\n Paddy\u2019s Palooza on Clearwater Beach<\/a><\/p>\n March 13-15, 2026 | Hurricane Eddies Clearwater Beach<\/p>\n Celebrate St. Patrick\u2019s Day all weekend at Hurricane Eddie\u2019s during Paddy\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n Shamrocks & Shenanigans\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n March 13-17, 2026 | Top Shelf Sports Lounge<\/p>\n Celebrate St. Patrick\u2019s 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\u2019s brunch buffet featuring unlimited mimosas and green beer.<\/p>\n St. Paddy\u2019s Street Party<\/a><\/p>\n March 14, 2026 | The Shops at Wiregrass<\/p>\n 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.<\/p>\n River O\u2019Green Fest<\/a><\/p>\n March 14, 2026 | Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park<\/p>\n The Hillsborough River will turn bright green during this festive St. Patrick\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n Rough Riders St. Patrick\u2019s Day Parade\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n March 14, 2026 | Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park<\/p>\n After the Hillsborough River turns a vibrant shade of green, stick around for the annual Rough Riders parade beginning at 2 p.m.<\/p>\n Paddle the River Green<\/a><\/p>\n March 14, 2026 | Urban Kai (Armature)<\/p>\n Celebrate St. Patrick\u2019s Day on the water with a festive paddle along the Hillsborough River during Tampa\u2019s River O\u2019 Green Fest. The beginner-friendly outing launches from Urban Kai and follows the downtown paddling trail past Tampa Riverwalk and Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park.<\/p>\n St Patrick\u2019s Day Pickle Fest<\/a><\/p>\n March 14, 2026 | Armature Works at the Heights<\/p>\n This tangy celebration features vendors serving everything from classic dill favorites to creative pickle-inspired bites and snacks.<\/p>\n