During the week of St. Patrick’s Day, you can easily indulge your inner Irish. Whether you want to bring the kids to a parade, dine on corned beef and cabbage, or party the day away — we have you covered!

Below, we’re highlighting a handful of the largest Saint Patrick’s Day events, and those are followed by a longer, day-by-day list of St. Patrick’s Day events all around metro Atlanta, including the suburbs.

The events range from family-friendly to adult-only parties.
Note that many take place on Saturday, March 12th, while others are on Thursday, March 17th.
And don’t forget about the Atlanta Fair, open all March long in downtown Atlanta.

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St. Patrick’s Day 2022 celebrations in Atlanta

The St. Patrick’s Day parade takes place in midtown this weekend — check out our calendar for more St. Paddy’s events.

Annual Atlanta St Patrick’s Parade

Saturday, March 12, 2022
starting at noon
Midtown Atlanta
FREE

The Atlanta St. Patrick’s Parade was started back in 1858, making it one of Atlanta’s longest running events — over a hundred years! It’s a family-friendly outing that has been planned to appeal to children. The parade usually includes clowns, decorated floats, marching bands, bagpipers, Irish dancers, baton throwers, and more.
More details here, including the parade route, best places to watch, and more.

Street Festival at Fado Irish Pub

Saturday, March 12, 2022
All day events in Buckhead

Make a day of it at Fado, located at 273 Buckhead Ave in Buckhead.
Doors open at 7:30 a.m. Brunch is served till noon. The big screens will feature rugby and soccer matches from Europe.

The outdoor street festival begins at 1 p.m. and runs till 10:30 p.m., with continuous live music. Note that this is a ticketed event for adults only (21+), with a $20 cover charge (buy in advance via Freshtix).

♣ On Thursday, March 17th, Fado celebrates St Patrick’s Day — doors open at 9 a.m. for Kegs and Eggs. There will be live music and Irish dancers all day. Starting at 4 p.m. there is a $10 cover charge.
More info here

♣ The midtown location of Fado is also hosting a series of St Patrick’s events, on the 12th and 17th.

Shamrocks & Shenanigans Live! at The Battery

Saturday, March 12, 2022
3 to 8 p.m.
21 and over
The Battery Atlanta

 Celebrate with green beer and Irish-themed cocktails. There’s also live music, a deejay, Irish dancers, a photo booth and more.  General admission is $25 and include 2 drink tickets.
Buy tickets online here
Live! at the Battery Atlanta is a dining and entertainment district, located in The Battery Atlanta plaza, next to Truist Park.

Lucky Leprechaun Block Party

Thursday, March 17, 2022
4 p.m. to midnight
21+ event
Buckhead

Ten Buckhead establishments are participating this year. A ticket to this adults-only event includes Irish-themed comp shots, drink & food specials, live music, DJ’s, party beads, and no cover charges. You’ll get a map of the participating bars and restaurants when you register.

BUY in advance for the best price!
Thru March 13th, tickets are $15 for one person and $25 for two people. After that, the price is $30 per person.
Buy tickets and get more info

Conyers St Patrick’s Parade & Celebration

Saturday, March 12, 2022
5 p.m.
Olde Town Conyers

The city of Conyers has a quirky celebration planned. The events are FREE to attend and are family-friendly — so show up and be Irish for a day! You’re encouraged to wear green, dress like a leprechaun, or show up in other festive attire. Anyone can walk in the 2-block parade.
Details here

7 family-friendly celebrations

Looking for an event you can attend with the kiddos? 
Here are our suggestions for 2022. Click through for dates and details.

• Shamrock the Station (Atlantic Station)
• Luck of Avalon
• Atlanta St Patrick’s Parade
• Conyers St Patrick’s Parade & Celebration
• St Paddy’s on Perry (Lawrenceville)
• St Patrick’s Day at the Children’s Museum
• Lilburn’s Leprechaun Parade — anyone can join in!

Luck of Avalon 2015.

St Patrick’s food deals for 2022

NOTE: We get a lot of food deals at the last minute, so please check back! We expect to receive information about Irish-themed dinner specials, freebies for anyone wearing green, and more. 

Wild Heaven Beer

Show up at either location wearing green on Thursday, March 17th, 2022, and get $1 OFF all drafts. Locations at Avondale Estates and Atlanta’s West End.

Photo courtesy of Wild Heaven

Hampton + Hudson

Available on Saturday, March 12; Sunday, March 13; and Thursday March 17

H+H will be dishing up food and drink specials on St Patrick’s Day and the weekend before — including Bangers and Mash, a Corned Beef Cabbage Plate, and just $5 for Jameson, Guinness, and Black & Tans.
Located at 299 North Highland Avenue Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30307
 

Georgetown Cupcake

Available through March 31st
Georgetown Cupcake’s offers the St. Patrick’s Dozen thru the end of March!
It features 12 cupcakes in assorted flavors, decorated in an Irish theme, for $38.
Order online here for pickup or delivery. Located in Buckhead.

Krispy Kreme

In past years, Krispy Kreme has given a FREE green donut to anyone who came in wearing green.
Will they repeat this fun promotion in 2022? We don’t know yet — so STAY TUNED!

Day-by-day list of St. Patrick’s Day events