St. Patrick’s Day is on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, but some spots will have events on Saturday and Sunday (March 14 or 15). St. Paddy’s Day falls during most people’s spring break, so these are some fun ways to enjoy Nashville while soaking up the luck of the Irish. Consider this your go-to resource for all things St. Patrick’s Day in Nashville 2026.
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Celebrations on St. Patrick’s Day
(March 17, 2026)
Barcrawlerz: Kiss Me, I’m Irish: Nashville St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl
The Kiss Me, I’m Irish: Nashville St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl is on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, from 6:00pm to 2:00am. Registration will take place at Nashville Live! Participating bars include The Green Light Bar, Redneck Riviera, and more. Tickets start at $15. Admission is 21 and over only.
Where to Get Green Beer
2026 options are TBD. See some 2025 options below for reference!Â
- M.L.Rose (Melrose, Sylvan Park, Capitol View)
What to Expect: Green Owl Lager will be served Friday to Monday, March 14-17, 2025
Cost: Free admission
- Bar Jackalope (Wedgewood-Houston)
What to Expect: Serving green beer all weekend long and on St. Patrick’s Day, Saturday through Monday, March 15-17, 2025
Cost: Free admission
- The Pub Nashville (Gulch)
What to Expect: Serving green beer from Saturday through Monday, March 15-17, 2025, during their St. Patrick’s Day celebrations
Cost: Free admission
St. Patrick’s Day Food & Drink Specials
2026 options are TBD. See some 2025 options below for reference!Â
- M.L.Rose (Melrose, Sylvan Park, Capitol View)
Dates: Friday to Monday, March 14-17, 2025
Drinks: $6 Green Owl Lager, $6 Guinness Nitro, and $5 Shamrock Shot
- Marble Fox Brewing Company (Gulch)
Dates: Monday, March 17, 2025
Drinks: Craic in the Glass, Irish Red Ale, and Irish Cream Coffee Stout
Food: Beer Cheese (half off special)
- Playdate (12 South)
Dates: Monday, March 17, 2025
Drinks: A variety of themed cocktails and green drinks
Food: Lucky Lucky Rolls
St. Patrick’s Day Featured Events
Von Patrick’s Day
Von Patrick’s Day, the popular Saint Patrick’s Day celebration in Germantown, is Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 11:00am to 8:00pm at Von Elrod’s Beer Hall & Kitchen. This all-day, indoor/outdoor party will feature steins of green beer, multiple bars, drink specials, live music, and a best-dressed contest. Rubiks Grooze will perform on the main stage, and DJ Guy Fell will be spinning all day. Early bird general admission tickets are $35+, and regular general admission tickets are $40+. This event is 21 and over only. This is a cash-free event, so don’t forget your ID and card for payment.
St. Patrick’s Day Parties & Celebrations (21+)
St. Patrick’s Day Party at Federales
The St. Patrick’s Day Party at Federales will take place on Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 10:00am to 1:00pm. This early-day party will be full of festive fun, drinks, and food. Tickets are $40 and include four drink tickets, access to a breakfast buffet, green ice shots, and giveaways. Admission is 21 and over only.
Tipsy Scoop’s St. Paddy’s Ice Cream Cocktail Class
Sign up for Tipsy Scoop’s St. Paddy’s Ice Cream Cocktail Class taking place on Saturday, March 14, 2026, beginning at noon. Attendees will learn how to make boozy ice cream cocktails featuring limited-edition holiday flavors. The cost is $55.20 per person. Admission is 21 and over only.
St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawls (21+)
Barcrawlerz: Kiss Me, I’m Irish: Nashville St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl (2 Days)
The Kiss Me, I’m Irish: Nashville St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl is Saturday, March 14, 2026, and Tuesday, March 17, 2026. Registration will take place at Nashville Live! Participating bars include The Green Light Bar, Redneck Riviera, and more. Tickets start at $15. Admission is 21 and over only.
Dates
- Saturday, March 14, 2026: 2:00pm to 2:00am (Registration is 2:00pm to 8:00pm)
- Tuesday, March 17, 2026: 6:00pm to 2:00am (Registration is 6:00pm to 11:00pm)
PubCrawls.com: St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl
The St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl is on Saturday, March 14, 2026, beginning at 1:00pm at various Nashville bars. This bar crawl will start at Live Oak and feature drink specials, festive vibes, a free after-party, and more. Tickets start at $15. Admission is 21 and over only.
Crawl With Us: Lucky’s St. Patrick’s Day Crawl
The Lucky’s St. Patrick’s Day Crawl is on Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 4:00pm to midnight. Registration will take place at The Green Light Bar. Participants can expect drink specials, no cover at all bars, festive beads, professional photographers, and more. Tickets start at $15. Admission is 21 and over only.
St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations + Events (All Ages)
St. Patrick’s Day Parade in East Nashville
The Irish Network Nashville (INN) is hosting a special St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Saturday, March 14, 2026, in the Five Points area of East Nashville. INN’s goal is to bring a city-wide Irish celebration back to Nashville. Guests can expect traditional Celtic music and merriment along Woodland Street and the Five Points area.
St. Patrick’s Day Weekend at Fat Bottom
St. Patrick’s Day Weekend at Fat Bottom will take place Saturday through Tuesday, March 14-17, 2026. This family-friendly event will feature a ton of Irish cheer, drink specials, tasty food options, and fun crafts for kids. Admission is free.
St. Patrick’s Day Runs & Walks
Nashville St. Paddy’s 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon
The Nashville St. Paddy’s 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon is on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at 2320 Two Rivers Parkway, Nashville, TN 37214. The race will begin at 8:15am for the half-marathon, and at 8:30am for the 5K and 10K. Registration pricing starts at $40.
St. Patrick’s Music City Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K
The St. Patrick’s Music City Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K is on Saturday, March 14, 2026. This running event will begin at 7:45am. The address is 2 Victory Avenue, Nashville, TN 37213 (race staging is adjacent to the South side of Nissan Stadium, with the start/finish by Lot R). Registration pricing starts at $47.
Also See:
Just FYI, the Sheriff’s Office will be running their Sober Ride St. Patrick’s Day program at Midtown and the Gulch this year – https://www.nashville.gov/News-Media/News-Article/ID/3818/NEWS-RELEASE-Sheriffs-Office-Sponsors-Sober-Ride-St-Patricks-Day.aspx
This one slipped under your radar. On March 17th at The Nashville Palace, Spider Stacy from the Pogues will be playing with The Lost Bayou Ramblers and Dylan Walshe. The most Irish thing going on on St. Patrick’s day.
It’s St. Paddy, NOT St. Patty. Paddy is derived from the Irish, Pádraig. Patty is the diminutive of Patricia, or a burger, and not something you call a dude. No one in Ireland that would refer to a Patrick as “Patty.
Hey Lori, thanks for the comment! We are aware St. Paddy is correct versus St. Patty, but the majority of people search for “St. Patty’s Day” versus “St. Paddy’s Day”, so we still maintain a reference to it so people can find what they are looking for. We appreciate you reaching out and for the insight for future readers!