St. Patrick's Day-Related Events
Denver St. Patrick's Day Parade
WHEN: March 15, 2025
WHERE: Downtown Denver
The Denver St. Patrick’s Day Parade has been a hallmark of The Mile High City since 1962, celebrating a deep love for Irish culture. The parade will start on Wynkoop Street at 19th Avenue, then turn southeast down 17th Avenue before turning northeast on Blake Street (renamed Tooley Street for the parade), then continue on Blake Street until 27th Avenue.
Time to Paddy
WHEN: March 1, 2025
WHERE: Bear Creek Lake Park, Morrison
It's time for the annual Time to Paddy 5k/10k and Lucky 13.1 Half Marathon! This St. Patrick's-themed run is perfect for the whole family and includes great swag (designer shirt, custom medal), chip-timing, live results and awards, free photos, a "biggest team" contest, a kids' dash, great post-race food, and plenty of fun! Can't make the race? No problem! There's also a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!
Celtic Festival XI
WHEN: March 7 & 8, 2025
WHERE: Bethany Lutheran Church, Cherry Hills Village
Embrace the enchanting melodies and rich traditions of Celtic music at our concert Celtic Festival XI! This will be an unforgettable evening filled with soul-stirring performances by Nerea the Fiddler and the Michael Collins Pipes and Drums. The musicians will captivate you with works like "Loch Lomond," "Thistle and Rose," "The Parting Glass," and "Grace." Immerse yourself in the magic of Celtic music.
Runnin' of the Green
WHEN: March 9, 2025
WHERE: Washington Park
Feeling the luck o' the Irish? Lace up and chase the rainbow in Denver’s favorite Irish-themed run! The Runnin' of the Green is a family-friendly 7K and 2-mile race/walk celebrating Irish traditions, Saint Patrick’s Day and spring! The event will be a day filled with Irish fun, live Irish music and dancers, bagpipes and cold beer. Stay after to explore the post-race Festival/Expo.
A St. Patrick's Day Celebration with Altan
WHEN: March 9, 2025
WHERE: Lone Tree Arts Center, Lone Tree
No Irish traditional band in the last 30 years has had a wider impact on audiences and music lovers throughout the world than Altan. With a career in Irish music spanning more than 35 years, the band has achieved legendary status in a genre that has been equally shaped by the band’s influence and genius. This St. Patrick’s Day celebration promises a boisterous concert with vision, artistry and an undeniable sense of fun.
The Young Dubliners
WHEN: March 9, 2025
WHERE: Aggie Theatre, Fort Collins
After 30 years as one of the world’s leading Celtic Rock bands, The Young Dubliners have returned to the road stronger than ever and determined to bring their fusion of Celtic and rock music to as many people as they can. Catch them just in time for St. Patrick's Day at the Aggie Theatre.
Goatstatic Dance (Legendary Goats)
WHEN: March 14, 2025
WHERE: The Shops at Northfield
Get ready for a magical evening of movement, music and mischief at Goatstatic Dance: Legendary Goats! Move freely to vibrant beats in a high-energy, heart-centered space while Nigerian dwarf goats roam the dance floor, bringing playful energy, cuddles and maybe even a little luck your way. Wear your best green and gold, bring your radiant energy and prepare for an unforgettable experience.
Friday Afternoon Concert: Beth Gadbaw Celtic Trio
WHEN: March 14, 2025
WHERE: Longmont Museum, Longmont
Enjoy an afternoon of live music in the Stewart Auditorium featuring folksinger Beth Gadbaw, who was drawn to Irish music at the age of seven upon discovering what it meant to be Irish-American. A Fulbright scholar and award-winning singer, composer and teacher, she grew up singing harmonies with her triplet sisters in a musical household in Western Colorado and came of age singing in Irish pubs and English folk clubs. Performers Sandra Wong and Steve Mullins will join Beth for this afternoon of Celtic music in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day. Come early to explore the new Picasso exhibit, which is free for members.
St. Patrick's Celebration
WHEN: March 14–17, 2025
WHERE: FIRE at the ART Hotel
Head to FIRE at the ART Hotel for a festive, four-day celebration featuring green beer and Irish nachos (corned beef, house chips, thousand island dressing, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese and green onions) from March 14 to 17 and a special performance by the Colorado Emerald Society—Colorado’s only bagpipe band made up exclusively of firefighters and police officers—on March 16 at 2 p.m.
Gobs O'Phun
WHEN: March 15, 2025
WHERE: Swallow Hill Music
Enjoy a family living room experience of traditional Irish and Scottish folk songs via seasoned harmonies.
Annual Olde Town Arvada St. Patrick’s Day Festival
WHEN: March 15, 2025
WHERE: Olde Town Arvada
Everyone’s Irish at this all-ages St. Patrick’s Day Festival! The free street festival features live music, 70+ unique vendors, food trucks, a kids zone and adult libations.
The Verdant Virtuoso
WHEN: March 15, 2025
WHERE: LUKI Brewery, Arvada
March is an interesting month. It hosts St. Patrick's Day—a holiday we've adopted from its home country of Ireland—during which we celebrate the Emerald Isle by drinking good (or green) beer. It's also the month of the spring equinox, when we see the first green shoots of our gardens coming out of the ground, new growth that heralds the brightening sun after long days of darkness. Join Opera on Tap Colorado and LUKI Brewery to celebrate all things green and drink some good beer of which the Irish would be proud!
St. Paddy's Party
WHEN: March 15, 2025
WHERE: New Terrain Brewing Co., Golden
New Terrain's annual St. Paddy's Day celebration is back, and, per usual, it's free entry! J Street will be serving Irish food all day long, multiple bars will be open for quick and easy service, and there will be performances from Irish dancers and high-energy funky brass with Guerrilla Fanfare and Funk in the Name!
Charly’s Lucky Magic Spectacular
WHEN: March 15, 2025
WHERE: 40 West Arts District, Lakewood
Step into the world of Charly’s Lucky Magic Spectacular and prepare for a night of magic, laughs and the luck of the Irish! Hosted by the one and only Charly Wonder, this live variety show features some of Denver’s most talented magicians, bringing you an evening that’s as thrilling as it is nostalgic. With a vibe straight out of your favorite 1980s sitcom—where "Cheers" meets "Night Court" with a dash of young David Copperfield—this show will have you celebrating in green and embracing the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day in style.
Celtic Awakening
WHEN: March 15 & 16, 2025
WHERE: Newman Center for the Performing Arts
The ancient runes, hewn into the mossy boulders that dot Streedagh Beach in Ireland’s County Sligo have puzzled scientists and anthropologists for decades. Legends of their meaning have been passed down by word of mouth by the local villagers for generations. Some say the runes describe a story of a great sea beast that terrorized the village, some say they hold the recipe for a hearty and medicinal stew; but the mysteries of the runes have never been fully uncovered… until now. Denver Brass has decoded the forgotten language and unlocked the secrets of the ancient Celtic ritual they describe. To pull this off and divine the disembodied spirits of the elder druids, we will need some help from our friends at Celtics Steps Irish Dance, Rocky Mountain Highland Dancers, Celtic Colorado Pipes and Drums and Irish Tenor Todd Teske. Join Denver Brass as they perform the sacred rites of Celtic Awakening!
Kevin Fitzgerald and His Lucky Charms
WHEN: March 16, 2025
WHERE: Comedy Works Downtown in Larimer Square
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of laughter, music and Irish spirit as Dr. Kevin Fitzgerald returns for one night only! Best known for his sharp wit, larger-than-life personality and legendary career in comedy and veterinary medicine, Dr. Fitzgerald brings his signature humor to the stage for a show that’s sure to delight. But that’s not all—immerse yourself in the lively sounds of traditional bagpipers and the high-energy footwork of authentic Irish dancers, setting the perfect tone for a night filled with Celtic charm and nonstop entertainment.
WHEN: Permanent exhibit
WHERE: Healy House & Dexter Cabin, Leadville
During the late 1800s, what was once a small gold camp in the high mountains of Colorado became one of the most important Irish immigrant communities in the United States. Three thousand Irish-born residents came from other mining communities across North America and the British Isles, seeking work. They occupied the lowest rung on the social ladder, with nearly two-thirds of the men working underground. Facing stark poverty and with few opportunities to improve their livelihoods, the Leadville Irish formed some of the strongest and most important labor unions in Colorado. Although this is not an uplifting story, we hold it up to the light as a way to demonstrate how first and second-generation immigrant laborers fought for a dignified existence—a story that continues to this day.
Bar Crawls
Denver St. Patrick's Day Bar Crawl Party (Friday)
WHEN: March 14, 2025
WHERE: Multiple venues in Downtown Denver
Voted Denver’s BEST St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl for three years in a row, this promises to be the ultimate Irish celebration, with exclusive access to venues like The Mill, Swanky's Vittles and Libations, Mario's Speakeasy Pizza, Disco Pig, Honor Farm and Larimer Beer Hall. Dress in your best green attire and get ready to celebrate like never before as you dance to music from live DJs spinning all the hottest tracks, all night long!
Denver St. Patrick's Day Bar Crawl Party (Saturday)
WHEN: March 14, 2025
WHERE: Multiple venues in Downtown Denver
This isn’t just any night out—it’s the ultimate St. Paddy's celebration where you and your friends can create unforgettable memories. Voted Denver’s BEST St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl for three years in a row, with exclusive access to venues like Honor Farm, Swanky's Vittles and Libations, Disco Pig and Mario's Speakeasy Pizza. Dress in your best green attire and get ready to celebrate like never before as you dance to music from live DJs spinning all the hottest tracks, all night long!
2025 Denver St Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl (Saturday) All Access
WHEN: March 15, 2025
WHERE: Multiple venues in Downtown Denver
The annual St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl in Denver offers access and drink discounts at some of Denver's most shamrockin' venues! Your St. Patrick's Day pub crawl kit includes six hours of bar hopping, $10 to spend at the event, food and drink specials, a mystery gift, a scavenger hunt for prizes and more. From Irish jigs, DJs, live bands and green-drink cheers, the St Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl is the perfect place to celebrate this Irish holiday with those you care for the most.
Denver St Patrick's Day Bar Crawl and Block Party
WHEN: March 15, 2025
WHERE: Multiple venues in Downtown Denver
Join the largest St. Patrick's Day pub crawl in Denver! Explore LoDo or RiNo with access and drink discounts at 20+ different venues. Your St. Patrick's Day pub crawl kit includes drink coupons, free welcome shot vouchers and a map of all participating bars. Dress in green, rally up your friends, then come celebrate St. Patrick's Day with hundreds of other revelers.
Denver St. Patrick's Day Bar Crawl
WHEN: March 15, 2025
WHERE: Multiple venues in Downtown Denver
Whether you're Irish or simply love a good party, Denver's St. Patrick's Day Bar Crawl is the perfect way to kick off the holiday. Experience the best venues, festive vibes and incredible drink deals alongside hundreds of other party-goers dressed in their greenest gear! Your ticket includes free entry to all venues, a mid- and post-crawl party, two to three drinks or shots, green shot glass necklaces, food and drink specials and more Irish-themed fun!
Kiss Me, I'm Irish! Denver St. Patrick's Day Bar Crawl
WHEN: March 15 & 17, 2025
WHERE: Multiple venues in Downtown Denver
Experience the best bars Denver has to offer and celebrate St. Patrick's Day with an epic three-day bar crawl! Your wristband offers you bar entry with no covers, drinks specials and music. Venue sneak peek: Rock Bottom Brewery, Viewhouse, Giggling Grizzly, The Retro Room, Sidecar Lounge, The Refinery and more.
