St. Patrick’s Day in Chicago 2025: Where to celebrate Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Chicago with the annual dyeing of the river, parades, events and trips to the pub. Thursday February 20 2025 Chicago St. Patrick’s Day parade Saturday, March 15, 2025 The 70th annual Chicago St. Patrick’s Day Parade is one of the largest in the country and the centerpiece of the city’s unforgettable St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. Catch the festive procession on Columbus Drive between Balbo Drive and Monroe Drive. When does the downtown St. Patrick’s Day Parade take place? Bagpipers play during the Downtown St. Patrick’s Day Parade on March 11, 2023 in Chicago. (Shanna Madison/Chicago Tribune) Enjoy a spacious and high-energy event (steps from the river) with a morning drink and buffet kickoff package at Highline. Saturday, March 15th * Doors Open at 8am Ticket Includes: General Admission to one of Chicago’s Wildest St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations, 4 Drink & Irish Breakfast Buffet Package, Party Antics, Music, and More. All Guests The best St. Patrick’s Day 2025 events in Chicago Channel the spirit of the Irish with parades, parties and more of the best St. Patrick's Day festivities. Wednesday March 5 2025 The Chicago Riverwalk will be closed from 11 p.m. on Friday, March 15, through the day on Saturday, March 16 until 6 a.m. on Sunday, March 17. The river dyeing can be viewed along the river from Upper Wacker Drive. Chicago’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade will step off at 12:15 p.m. at Balbo and Columbus Drive proceeding north to Monroe Street. Find tickets & information for St. Patricks Day Chicago at J. Parker. happening at The J. Parker, Chicago, IL on Sat, 15 Mar, 2025 at 09:00 am. Register or Buy Tickets, Price information. About The Event: One of Chicago’s finest party destinations will “top off” this St. Patrick’s Day at Paradise Park. The perfect mix of fun, food & drink package awaits all party-goers for an Irish scene you won’t want to miss. Leading a Large Group? You should contact us. We can help: [email protected] // 312.579.3637 CHICAGO –The city’s iconic St. Patrick’s Day celebrations return in 2025 with a packed schedule of parades, events, and, of course, the famous green river dyeing. With multiple festivities spanning the weekend of March 15-16, thousands of locals and tourists are expected to flock to Chicago to take part in one of the largest St. Patrick Get ready for the most legendary St. Patrick’s Day celebration in Chicago—Lizzie McNeill’s is taking the party to the next level in 2025! As always, we’ll take over the street with our iconic tent along the Chicago River for a non-ticketed celebration, but this year, we’re adding an exciting new twist to kick off the day in style. LiqrBox will be taking their Irish celebration to a whole new level this Chicago St. Patrick’s Day. With an unparalleled light show, wide range of table selection, and multiple floors of pure madness giving all in attendance an “out-of-the-box” experience for the #1 party day in Chicago. Saturday, March 15th * Doors Open at 9am Irish step dancers participate in the St. Patrick's Day parade on March 17, 2012 in Chicago, Illinois. Tens of thousands took advantage of record high temperatures and sunny weather to attend the Credit: Colin Boyle/Block Club Chicago St. Patrick’s Day At The Irish American Heritage Center. 4-11 p.m. Monday, March 17. Irish American Heritage Center, 4626 N. Knox Ave. While most St. Patrick’s Day events are happening the weekend prior, you can celebrate on the actual holiday with the Irish American Heritage Center. Eventbrite - Bandit presents Bandit Presents :: St. Patrick's Day 2025 - Saturday, March 15, 2025 at Bandit, Chicago, IL. Find event and ticket information. Take your tribe of hooligans on a St Patrick’s Day adventure at the 2025 St Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl taking place Saturday, March 15, 2025 at several locations presented by Social Scene. From Irish jigs, DJs, live bands & the must-have green drink cheers the St Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl is the perfect place to celebrate this green-filled West Loop and Fulton Market. Bandit; Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Bandit on Two, the second floor of Bandit, on Saturday, March 15, 2025. From 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., ticket holders can enjoy a private event featuring a standard open bar with mimosas and well cocktails, passed bar bites, and festive green décor and swag. St. Patrick’s Day River Dyeing Party at LH on 21&22 – Great location! Charm’d Bar – Kids allowed during the day. It runs all month long. Mrs. Murphy & Sons Irish Bistro St Paddy’s Weekend – they have events going on all weekend. RPM Seafood St. Patrick’s Day River Dyeing Party; Lizzie McNeill’s Irish Pub Indoor Morning Party Chicago typically goes all out for St. Patrick’s Day, and 2025 will likely be no exception. From the iconic river dyeing to a handful of parades scattered across the city, there’s no shortage Source/LondonHouse Chicago. LondonHouse Chicago is hosting one of the city’s most exclusive St. Patrick’s Day celebrations on Saturday, March 15, 2025. The festivities will include an open bar from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., featuring bottomless green beer, mimosas, festive cocktails, and a selection of breakfast bites to keep everyone energized for the celebration—and attendees will also St. Patrick’s Day Chicago . Experience Chicago’s ultimate St. Patrick’s Day parties across the city’s most spirited venues. From dawn-breaking breakfast bashes to afternoon Celtic celebrations, we’ve curated the ideal lineup of lively pubs and premier party spots.
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