St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner — and the celebrations are on! Whether you’re going green a little early or waiting until March 17th, there’s no shortage of local events packed with festive food and drinks, live music, performances, and family fun. We’ve rounded up a list of events happening near Houston, San Antonio, Austin and Dallas for you to enjoy.

HOUSTON AREA

Bayou Heights Biergarten

3905 Washington Ave / 346.519.0199

Kick off your St. Patrick’s Day festivities at Bayou Heights Beirgarten on Saturday, March 14 from 3:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. There will be a mini market, green beer and cocktails, games, giveaways, plus a live band and DJ. Get all the details HERE.

McCormick and Schmick’s

Multiple Locations

St. Patrick’s Day is coming, and McCormick & Schmick’s is ready! Sip on specialty cocktails and Guinness from the “Leprechaun Line Up” (available March 3–17) and feast on Irish bites like Corned Beef & Cabbage, Fish & Chips, and a Reuben Sandwich. Available during Happy Hour on Friday, March 13 and all day March 14–17. Get more information HERE.

Saint Arnold Brewing Company

2000 Lyons Avenue / 713.686.9494

Mark your calendars! St. Arnold Brewery is celebrating big on March 17 from 4:00 to 9:00 p.m.  The annual event is free to attend, and will feature special brews and food, live entertainment, a Shop Local market, and commemorative glass mugs. Enjoy pub songs and covers, Irish folk dancing, and even a Beard Growing Competition. Get more information HERE.

SAN ANTONIO AREA

Howdy, Sore Loser

302 E.Commerce Street / 210.823.7748

Get your steps in this St. Patrick’s Day! Howdy, Sore Loser is hosting a bar crawl on March 14 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. There’s a “super duper light jog” from Pink Shark involved. Grab your $25 wristband and join the fun. Get the details HERE.

The San Antonio River Walk

Looking for something fun to do with the family leading up to St. Patrick’s Day? Say less. The San Antonio River Walk has a weekend full of river parades and celebrations you can enjoy. Plus, fun runs, entertainment, a Lucky Dog Fashion Show and even River Walk Dyeing. View the full lineup and plan your visit HERE.

San Pedro Bar & Grill

6102 San Pedro Ave / 210.349.5113

Eat, drink, and putt your way through St. Patrick’s Day at San Pedro Bar & Grill! ⛳🍀 For just $15, enjoy Burger Sliders, Jalapeño Poppers, Pickle Fries, a St. Patrick’s Day Yuengling Flight, and unlimited play on the Putting Course. Plus, $3.50 Yuengling flights all day long. Learn more HERE.

 

AUSTIN AREA

Foxy’s Proper Pub

201 Brazos St. / 512.501.6713

Grab your green and get to Foxy’s! On March 17, it’s an all-day Irish party with food specials, green beer, Irish margaritas, DJs keeping the party alive, and even a live harpist. Plan your celebration HERE.

Jack & Ginger’s

11500B Rock Rose Ave / 512.350.3738

St. Patrick’s Day is a whole weekend affair at Jack & Ginger’s. Live music and games on March 14, Irish brunch and a Pup Costume Contest on March 15, and a full street festival with carnival games, bagpipes, green beer, and more starting at 8am on March 17. Get more information HERE.

Mozart’s Coffee Roasters 

3825 Lake Austin Blvd / 512.477.2900

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day lakeside at Mozart’s! Join the Irish Festival on Saturday, March 14 from 1:00 to 7:00 p.m. for an afternoon of live Irish music, dance, and culture right by the water. Admission is FREE! RSVP encouraged. Seating is first come, first served. Learn more HERE.

DALLAS AREA

BlackFriar Pub Dallas

2621 McKinney Ave / 214.953.0599

Blackfriar Pub is pulling out all the stops for St. Patrick’s Day! From March 13–17, enjoy Jameson specials, Irish eats, and a full bar, because one day just isn’t enough to celebrate. March 17 the pub will be open at 11:00 a.m. Get additional details HERE.

Harwood Arms

La Rue Perdue at Harwood No.10, 2823 McKinnon St /  214.273.5151

Harwood Arms’ 6th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Pub Party is almost here! Doors open at 11am on Tuesday, March 17, with a traditional bagpiper performance at 5:30pm and live music kicking off at 6pm. Celebrate with festive food and drink specials (hello, $6 green beers!), and snag a limited-edition St. Patrick’s Day T-shirt — free for the first 100 guests with a food or beverage purchase. Spots fill fast, so RSVP HERE.

Thirsty Lion

Multiple Locations

Go green at Thirsty Lion from March 14–17! Celebrate with specialty drinks, bagpipers, and Irish dancers, plus an Irish-inspired menu featuring dishes like Bacon Cheddar Potato Cakes, Beer Braised Corned Beef & Cabbage, and more — available now through March 17. And sip for a cause: Featured Irish Craft Cocktails sold March 5–17 benefit the St. Baldrick’s Foundation, up to $10,000. Get more information HERE.