March 17 is St. Patrick's Day, the traditional celebration of Irish culture in America (though St. Patrick himself was actually a Roman Briton who was brought to the land by pirates). It is said that Ireland's principal export is Irish people, who migrated worldwide and often found themselves embroiled in various adventures, some legit and some clandestine, leading to a cultural tradition of rowdiness around the holiday.
Seeing as St. Patrick's Day falls on a Monday this year, most of the events are happening this weekend. Here is our guide to some ways to celebrate, from adult parties to family-friendly outings. Entries include Dallas, Fort Worth and other nearby North Texas locations.
Friday, March 14
Dallas St. Patrick's Day Escape: The Golden Shamrock
11 a.m.–1 p.m., Friday, March 14
Bishop Arts STEAM Academy, 201 N. Adams Ave.
$10–$20
Questo Outdoor Exploration Games & Tours puts a St. Patrick's Day spin on its app-based urban exploration game with The Golden Shamrock. Over the course of two hours, players can search locations and solve puzzles to retrieve the Golden Shamrock necessary to restore order to Dallas. Games can be played alone or in groups.
Shake Up Your Skills: Mixology Mastery St. Patrick's Day Edition
7 p.m. and 9 p.m., Friday, March 14
The Exchange Hall Second Floor Private Bar, 211 S. Akard St.
$40
St. Patrick's Day is one of the booziest holidays on the calendar. Learn how to make your own Irish cocktails with Bushmills Irish Whiskey in this mixology class. Add some flair to your next party with new bar skills and an appreciation for Irish appetizers.
The Exchange, across the street from the Adolphus Hotel, is the perfect spot to get Irish this year.
Lauren Drewes Daniels
Saturday, March 15
2025 Dallas St. Patrick's Day Parade and Festival
11 a.m., Saturday, March 15
Greenville Avenue
Free
Now in its 44th year, the Dallas St. Patrick's Day Parade is a beloved annual event full of fun floats and community atmosphere. The parade route starts on Greenville Avenue between Northwest Highway and SMU Boulevard, ending around 2 p.m. The associated festival is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., offering plenty of food and drinks. This year, the grand marshals are Kellie Rasberry, J-Si Chavez, and Big Al Mack of The Kidd Kraddick Morning Show on 106.1 KISSFM. Parking is limited, and the city encourages visitors to take DART or rideshares to avoid congestion.
Lower Greenville St. Patrick's Day Block Party
9 a.m.–6 p.m., Saturday, March 15
2908 Greenville Ave.
$20
The traditional Dallas accompaniment to the parade is the Lower Greenville Block Party. When you've had enough of the floats, head down to the biggest Irish block party in the city. There are beer tents and three music stages offering a variety of bands and brews. Plan to eat, as Dodie's Reef, The Dubliner, Stan's Blue Note, Terilli's, Halcyon, Christies Sports Bar, Sister Restaurant. and Goodwins are all participating. Though the official party ends at 6 p.m., all the bars will serve until 2 a.m. Cash only at the beer tents. ATMs on site. Cowtown Goes Green
10 a.m..–8 p.m., Saturday, March 15
Fort Worth Stockyards, 131 E. Exchange Ave.
Free
Put a little rodeo in your St. Patrick's Day this year. The historic Fort Worth Stockyards hosts Irish dancing alongside armadillo races, Irish music, a Wild West gun show, and pony rides. It's a perfect way to celebrate the many Irish immigrants who worked the cattle ranges in the Old West. St. Paddy's Texas Style
1 p.m.–8 p.m., Saturday, March 15
Wayne Ferguson Plaza, 150 W. Church St.
Free
For one of the most affordable, family-friendly, all-day St. Patrick's Day events, head out to Old Town Lewisville. The festival combines the Irish holiday with Texas Independence Day for a unique experience. Activities include face painting, lucha libre matches, a U2 cover band, train rides and bounce houses. Most activities are free, including all the concerts.
Deep Ellum St. Patrick's Day Bar Crawl
5 p.m.–midnight, Saturday, March 15
Check-in at Backyard Dallas, 505 N. Good Latimer Expressway
$20–$25
Another legendary pub crawl happens in Deep Ellum. One ticket gets you free alcoholic shots at any five of the participating bars (Bottled Blonde, Electric Shuffle, Trinity Cider, Elm Street Saloon, Will Call, Goodside Pizza Club and Scarlet Lounge & Kitchen), as well as access to other Irish-themed drink specials. Win prizes in the Instagram contest contest! Check-in must be completed before 7 p.m. for participation.
Sunday, March 16
Stretch Your Luck - St. Patrick's Day Pilates Party
10 a.m.–noon, Sunday, March 16
Four Corners Brewing Company, 1311 S. Ervay St.
$30
Just because it's a holiday doesn't mean fitness takes a day off. An Irish-themed Pilates class is the perfect way to work off those corned beef sandwich calories. The class is led by Catherine Parra, followed by a sound bath with Ashley Roberts and one free beer from Four Corners. Participants will also receive a goody bag.
Monday, March 17
Dallas St. Patrick's Day Bar Crawl
5 p.m., Monday, March 17
Trinity Cider, 2721 Main St.
$25
On St. Patrick's Day, it's all about pub crawls. The main one in Dallas starts at Trinity Cider and moves to three other bars over the course of the night. Every wristband includes drink specials, holiday cocktails and plenty of people to say "top of the morning" to. Check-in is from 1 p.m to 4 p.m.
Blackfriar Pub
3 p.m.–midnight, Monday, March 17
2621 McKinney Ave. and 6341 La Vista Drive
Free admission
Both Blackfriar locations will be open all St. Patrick's weekend, but it's one of the best places to be for Monday. Green beer, Jameson's specials, Irish cuisine, pipers, a live DJ and personalized Guinness pints make for an iconic St. Paddy's Day experience. Toast old Erin in style.
