Looking for St. Patrick's Day fun in Alabama? It's your lucky day!
St. Patrick's Day weekend is just ahead, and you can expect lots of green beer, food and drink specials, music and other fun across Alabama. With any luck, you'll find fun times worth a pot of gold.
While many events are for ages 21 and up, there are some family events scattered around like four-leaf clovers.
St. Patrick’s Day Dance
When: Friday, March 15, at 7:30-10:30 p.m.
Where: Strict Tempo Ballroom, 436 Coliseum Blvd., Montgomery
Info: Come dance. No partner needed. Live music with Beth Blevins Cooper.
Cost: $15 per person
Shamrockin’ with my Gnomies!
When, Friday, March 15, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: Downtown Gadsden
Info: Wear your green and shop, dine and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in downtown Gadsden. Check out the specials in participating stores, and maybe you’ll be lucky and win a prize.
Online: greatergadsden.com/events/shamrockin-with-my-gnomies
Irish-themed murder mystery dinner in Birmingham
When: Friday, March 15, 6:30 p.m.
Where: Arlington Historic House & Gardens, 331 Cotton Ave., Birmingham
Info: A fun St. Patrick's Irish-themed Murder Mystery Dinner Event at The Historic Arlington House, with an optional Ghosts & Spirits of the Past and Haunts Walk of the mansion after dinner and once the mystery is solved. Try and solve the crime before the murderer gets away. You also get to explore the beautiful mansion and its collection of historic antiques and artifacts before the dinner begins. Brought to you by the tour professionals and TV personalities Lesley Ann Hyde and The Southern Ghost Girls.
Cost: $62.99
Get tickets: eventbrite.com/e/st-patricks-irish-murder-mystery-dinner-birminghams-arlington-house-tickets-851259609407
Shamrock Shenanigans
When: Saturday, March 16, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: Harley-Davidson of Montgomery, 655 N. Eastern Blvd.
Info: $2 beer, Irish stew, and a clover hunt at the home of the Harley in Montgomery. Wear your green and come celebrate.
Lucky Ducky St. Patrick’s Spring Kickoff
When: Saturday, March 16, 11:30 a.m.
Where: Montgomery Whitewater, 1100 Maxwell Boulevard, Montgomery
Info: Ducky races, floatie races, free live music, great food and more. Whitewater is on at 11:30 a.m. Races begin at 4 p.m. Ducky X (duckies/inflatable kayaks) and Floatie X (inflatable pool floats – bring your own, because they don’t have them for rent or sale) are both mass start, head-to-head races down the competition channel. The first racer to the finish wins and each participant must be on their craft as they cross finish line. Rather stay dry? Lucky Ducky will be a great spectator event. No paddling experience is necessary. Open to ages 11+. After the race stay for the free live music starting at 5:30 p.m. to celebrate the start of the Get Down spring concert series.
Cost: Floatie X $15, Duckie X $15
Online: montgomerywhitewater.com
St. Patrick's Days Street Party in Mobile
When: Saturday and Sunday, March 16 and 17, starting at 11 a.m. both days
Where: Callaghan's Irish Social Club, 215 Marine St., Mobile.
Info: It's two full days of live music, leprechaun sightings, green beer and dancing like you've got an Irish jig in your bones. Saturday starts with traditional Irish music at 11 a.m., The Jollies at 1 p.m., The Johnny Hayes Band at 3 p.m., and Lady Couch at 5:30 p.m. Sunday has more traditional Irish music at 11 a.m., Peek at 1 p.m., and Disco Lemonade at 4 p.m.
World's Smallest St. Patrick's Day Parade
When: Saturday, March 16, noon
Where: E. College St., Enterprise.
Info: It's the 31st annual World's Smallest St. Patrick's Day Parade in downtown Enterprise. The grand marshal is the parade's only participant, and will march, dance and sing while waving the Irish flag in honor of St. Patrick's Day. It begins at the Coffee County Courthouse, travels down East College Street and around the famous Boll Weevil Monument, and then back to the courthouse. Several downtown businesses are hosting celebrations that morning before the parade. After the parade they will begin the Half Pint 0.5K, a "RACE" for the rest of us. This micro-run for fun is a 546-yard dash to the finish line includes a convenient donut station at the half-way mark to keep participants energized as they travel one more block to the finish line, and celebratory post-race victory party.
Learn more: Details will be found on the Enterprise Chamber of Commerce website at EnterpriseAlabama.com. For questions call 334-347-0581.
Pub Pioneers Leaping Leprechaun Pub Crawl
When: Saturday, March 16, 1-8 p.m.
Where: A trek through the bars of Montgomery,.
Info: This is a spirited journey through the heart of St. Patrick's Day revelry for ages 21 and up! Kick off the festivities at the designated check-in location between 1-3 p.m. There, you'll receive your digital map of the crawl and a wristband to unlock the magic of the day. Embark on a pioneering pub expedition as you explore participating venues showcasing the best of Irish cheer. The crawl is yours to conquer from 1 to 8 p.m., allowing you to curate your own experience. Discover exclusive specials at each bar, ensuring a taste of Irish delight at every stop. There’s no need to adhere to a strict schedule! If a particular pub captures your heart, feel free to linger or return at your leisure — there's no set time at each venue.
Cost: $5 to $9.99
Online: pubpioneers.com
Montgomery St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl
When: Saturday, March 16, 1-8 p.m.
Where: A tour of Montgomery bars
Info: Get ready to celebrate St Patrick's Day in style with an in-person pub crawl. Grab your friends, put on your green attire, and paint the town green. They’ll be visiting the best pubs in Montgomery, where you can enjoy a variety of drinks, delicious food and lively Irish music.
Cost: Free to register
Reserve a spot: eventbrite.com/e/montgomery-st-patricks-day-pub-crawl-tickets-838427849267
Gadsden St. Patrick’s Pub Crawl
When: Saturday, March 16, 3-9 p.m.
Where: Downtown Gadsden
Info: Participating bars include: Atomic Johnny’s, Blackstone Pub & Eatery, Jefferson’s, Rail Public House, Rock & Roll Sushi, S.A. Cantina, Tipsy’s, Tut Hookah Lounge, Coffee Bar, Old Havana Cigar Bar, Chestnut Station, Harp and Clover, Jake’s Music Room, Downtown Chief, Mater’s Pizza, NOLA on 2nd, The Gridiron, Back Forty Beer Company and Elks Lodge No. 1314. Several of the locations are offering live music and food/drink specials.
Cost: Free to participate in the crawl, though you’ve got to pay for what you order.
St. Patrick's Day Sham-Rockin Bash for ages 55 and up
When: Saturday, March 16, 6-9 p.m.
Where: Tallassee Recreation Center, 450 Gilmer Ave., Tallassee, Ala.
Info: This is a green our dance for ages 55 and up. There will be live music, refreshmnents, and a photo area. Registration and valid photo ID required.
Cost: $15 singles, $25 couples
Reserve spot: Deadline to make reservation is March 12. Visit tallasseerecreation.com or call 334-283-4726.
St. Patrick's Bonfire & Games
When: Saturday, March 16, 6-9 p.m.
Where: Greensport RV Park and Campground, 130 Greensport, Ashville (south of Gadsden).
Info: Warmth, music and community spirit outdoors, with drinks and concessions for sale.
Learn more: facebook.com/events/903224041207469
St. Patrick’s Day Murder Mystery in Tuscaloosa
When, Saturday, March 16, 7 p.m.
Where: The historic Drish House, 2300 17th St., Tuscaloosa
Info: First time ever St. Patrick's Day themed Murder Mystery Dinner Event at the Majestic Drish House Mansion in Tuscaloosa. It’s an interactive murder mystery suitable for all! You will be transported to another place where the Luck of The Irish always comes with love/ hate relationships, funny characters, mystery and maybe even a murder! You’ll get to actively participate in the clue based mystery, brought to you by your hosts the TV personalities The Southern Ghost Girls Tours. Dining will include delicious food of a variety of meats, vegetables, salad and dessert . A special St. Patrick's Day Spirited Style punch is also included.
Cost: $64.99
Get tickets: eventbrite.com/e/st-patricks-irish-murder-mystery-dining-event-tuscaloosas-drish-house-tickets-851236068997
Montgomery Zoo open for St. Patrick’s Day
When: Sunday, March 17, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Museum, 2301 Coliseum Parkway, Montgomery
Info: Enjoy a day at the Montgomery Zoo with your family.
Tickets: montgomeryzoo.com
Saint Patrick’s Day Party
When: Sunday, March 17, 3 p.m.
Where: The Kove Bar & Grill, 3020 Atlanta Highway, Montgomery
Info: Wear your green and come party.
Montgomery Advertiser reporter Shannon Heupel covers things to do in the River Region. Contact him at sheupel@gannett.com
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