Barrett Balzer 
Maybe one of the best parts about St. Patrick’s Day is that there’s something for everyone. From live music and parades to bar crawls and cookie decorating classes, there’s a celebration in Northern Virginia to suit your needs. Read on for more about where to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Northern Virginia.
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Carlyle Family Fun Day: St. Patrick’s Day Celebration | 121 N. Fairfax Street
Alexandria
Saturday, March 7th, 12 PM – 3 PM
This St. Patrick’s Day celebration features themed stories, crafts, and activities. The event is family-friendly.
2026 Greater Manassas St. Patrick’s Day Parade | Old Town Manassas
Saturday, March 14th, 11 AM
This outdoors, kid and pet-friendly event is one way to start celebrating St. Patrick’s Day. Watch Irish dancing and bagpipes in this annual parade.
Luck of the Irish Cookie Decorating Class (Beginner) | 2918 Eskridge Road, Fairfax
Sunday, March 15th, 1 PM – 2:30 PM
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Amalea from Sugar Coated Bakery will host a class at Caboose Commons. Participants will use royal icing to create themed cookies.
Lucky St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl | 715 King’s Street, Alexandria
Saturday, March 14th, 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
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This bar crawl will have crawlers at at least six venues throughout the night.
Shamrock In The Park | 1601 Crystal Drive, Arlington
Saturday, March 14th, 12 PM – 2 PM
This outdoor event will have live music, Irish food and beverages, and classic lawn games. This all-day event will have themed cocktails and beer specials.
Shamrock Rooftop Bash @ Clarendon Ballroom | 3185 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington
Saturday, March 14th, 3 PM
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This St. Patrick’s Day Bash at Clarendon Ballroom is one way to celebrate the upcoming holiday. Drink Green beer, Shamrock shooters, and Guinness while enjoying the entertainment.
Shamrock Showdown Marathon League at Axes and Os | 31680 Ridgetop Circle, Sterling
Saturday, March 14th, 11 AM
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Axes and Os is hosting an axe-throwing marathon to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Join others to throw axes, drink, and win prizes.
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St. Patrick’s Day: Guinness Everything at Cookology | 4238 Wilson Boulevard, Third Floor – Suite, Arlington
Tuesday, March 17th, 6 PM – 8 PM
This themed cooking class will have participants cooking 3 dishes with classic Irish Guinness. This event is perfect for stout lovers and Guinness enthusiasts.
St. Patrick’s Day at Jimmy’s Old Town Tavern | 697 Spring Street, Herndon
Saturday March 14; Sunday March 15; Tuesday March 17
Jimmy’s is turning Irish for the festivities. The 29th Annual St. Patrick’s Day at Jimmy’s Old Town Tavern will feature live music, Irish dancers, special edition t-shirts, menu specials, and more.
2026 St. Patrick’s Day Parade | 300 King Street, Alexandria
Saturday, March 7th, 12:15 PM
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Old Town Alexandria is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day early with their 43rd parade. Watch a variety of dancers, musicians, and community groups in this parade.
St. Patrick’s Day Science at Hidden Oaks Nature Center | 7701 Royce Street, Annandale
Sunday, March 15th, 1:00 PM
The Hidden Oaks Nature Center is hosting its kid-friendly celebration for St. Patrick’s Day. This event will feature green-themed crafts and exploration.
2026 St. Patrick’s Port City 5k/10k | 3590 Wheeler Avenue, Alexandria
Tuesday, March 17th, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
This race starts at Holmes Run and ends at Port City Brewing in Alexandria. Join the race yourself or wait for the race to end with a pint.
St. Pitties Day Party and Trivia Night | 925 N Garfield Street, Arlington
Thursday, March 12th, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
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This pitbull rescue is hosting its first-ever trivia night to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Participants can win prizes and support the rescue.
Irish Bars
The Auld Shebeen | 3971 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax
Tuesday March 10th – Tuesday March 17th, 11 AM – 9 PM
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This Irish pub is gearing up for a week full of Irish-themed events. The weeklong celebration will feature all-day events, including Irish dance, Irish music, and Whiskey tasting. If you don’t have a reservation for St. Patrick’s Day, there is limited seating in the cellar entrance. Event times vary.
Daniel O’Connell’s | 112 Kings Street, Alexandria
Tuesday, March 17th, 10 AM – 11 PM
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Daniel O’Connell’s will be opening an hour early at 10 AM to celebrate the holiday. There will be Live music from 3 PM – 6 PM, featuring Mike Rook Richards, grand marshal for Alexandria’s St. Patrick’s Day parade.
Finnegan’s Grill and Irish Pub | 44050 Ashburn Village Boulevard, Ashburn
Tuesday, March 17th, 9 AM – 2 AM
Finnegan’s will have Irish Dancers at 6:30 PM, including a special food and drink menu. This Irish pub is first-come, first-served for St. Patrick’s Day. They have a trivia night at 7 PM on Tuesdays except Tuesday, March 17th. Due to the holiday this year, there will be no happy hour.
Ireland’s Four Courts | 2051 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington
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Saturday, March 14th, 7 AM – 2 AM, Sunday, March 15th, 9 AM – 2 AM, and Tuesday, March 17th, 10 AM – 2 PM
The lineup for this pub’s weekend celebration features live music, Premier League | Six Nations, Irish dance, and music from open to close. The celebration starts at 7 AM on Saturday, March 14th, 2026, and goes through Tuesday. Note, there are no events on Monday, March 16th.
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Ireland’s Four Provinces | 105 West Broad Street, Falls Church
Tuesday, March 17th, 2026
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Four Provinces will be celebrating the holiday with a four-course set menu. Seating is first-come, first-served, community style this St. Patrick’s Day. They are offering catering options until 3 PM on March 16th, 2026.
McNamara’s Pub and Restaurant | 567 23rd Street South, Arlington
Tuesday, March 17th, 11 AM – 2 AM
For St. Patrick’s Day 2026, McNamara’s will have Irish dancing at 1:30, followed by live music from 4 PM – 6 PM. Alongside these events this year, there will be a bagpiper at 3 PM.
Murphy’s Grand Irish Pub | 713 King Street, Alexandria
Tuesday, March 17th, 10 AM – 2 AM
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This pub will have both upstairs and downstairs seating. Downstairs will be a standing bar, and there are tables open upstairs until 1 PM, when tables are moved for standing areas. It is first-come, first-served this year.
Ned Devine’s | 2445 Centreville Road, Suite 32, Herndon
Tuesday, March 17th, 9 AM – 12 AM
Ned’s will have ‘Kegs and Eggs’ this St. Patrick’s day, including dancers from Boyle School of Irish Dance throughout the month. There will be a pre-St. Patrick’s Day party, with Irish steak, drinks, and the “19th Street Band” at 6 PM.
O’Sullivan’s Irish Pub and Restaurant | 3207 Washington Boulevard, Arlington
Tuesday, March 17th, 10 AM – 2 AM
This St. Patrick’s Day, O’Sullivan’s will have dancers from Boyle School of Irish Dance at 12:30 PM and live music. They are not doing reservations but first-come, first-served this upcoming St. Patrick’s Day.
PJ Skidoos | 9908 Fairfax Boulevard, Fairfax
Tuesday, March 17th, 11 AM – 9 PM
PJ Skidoos will have live Irish music, green beer, and will be serving traditional Irish dishes like fish and chips, corned beef and cabbage, and Guinness beef stew. They are celebrating the holiday from 11 am to 9 pm.
The Old Brogue | 760 Walker Road, Great Falls
Friday, March 13th – Tuesday March 17th, event times vary
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The Old Brogue is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day by hosting a ‘weekend festival’, featuring live music, Irish dancing, and Irish food specials. Reservations are recommended due to limited seating. There is a $15 cover charge, which includes an official 2026 button.
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