Looking for the perfect way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in South Bend? There's something for everyone, from a lively parade to whiskey tastings and festive parties! Here are some of the top events happening around town.
March 15, 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Join DTSB's celebration of the Irish culture in our community by attending the 25th annual St. Patrick's Parade presented by Teeling Irish Whiskey. The parade kicks off at 11:00 am and begins on Jefferson Blvd. and Notre Dame Ave, heading west on Jefferson. It turns north on Niles Ave. towards Washington St. The Greening of the East Race - sponsored by Fiddler's Hearth - takes place immediately following the parade.
March 14 5:00 p.m. - midnight
The Official Shamrock Shuttle Pub Crawl is bringing the best of St. Patrick’s Day to downtown South Bend! Enjoy exclusive drink specials, live music, and themed stops at 11 of the city’s top bars. Your ticket includes access to all pubs with no cover fees, plus a ride on the Shamrock Shuttle to keep the party going. Dress in green or grab some festive swag at the Gridiron check-in point. Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 day-of—don’t miss out on the luck of the Irish!
March 14 12:00 p.m. - March 15 Midnight
Teeling Irish Whiskey Weekend is here! Enjoy Teeling cocktails at participating downtown pubs and enter to win 2 Notre Dame football tickets, a stay at Aloft Hotel, and a LaSalle Kitchen & Tavern gift card. To enter, order a featured drink, post on social media tagging the location with # TeelingDTSB, and get an entry for each post.
Featured drinks: Corby’s (Irish Mule), The Exchange (Cillian’s Murphy and Ya Falla), Fiddler’s Hearth (Teeling Pours), Hammer & Quill (Irish Coffee), Sidebar (Shamrock Smash), and WXYZ Bar at Aloft (Everybody’s Irish). Teeling Coffee Cart at Hammer & Quill during the parade counts too. Post by March 17—winner announced March 18!
March 14-16, 2:00 p.m.
Come to Ironhand for a memorable St. Patrick's Day Weekend celebration with live music from the Irish band Soltre, creating the perfect festive atmosphere! Enjoy Irish-inspired chef features paired with a pint of Guinness. Reservations are recommended to secure a spot for this lively evening.
Irish Whiskey and Gin Tastings
March 14-17, 4:00 p.m. - midnight
St. Paddy’s Day Weekend is almost here and the Hideaway is celebrating in a big way.
 Enjoy an Irish Whiskey Tasting on the 14th, Irish Gin Tasting on the 15th, and more Irish Whiskey on the 16th. On the 17th, catch live Irish music and get $2 off everything Irish at the bar.
March 14-17, 5:00 p.m. - Midnight
St. Patrick’s Weekend at Madison Oyster Bar is packed with festive food, drinks, and a downtown pub crawl. The DTSB Pub Crawl on Friday, March 14th offers shuttle rides to the best downtown bars. Food specials include Corned Beef Dinners for $17 and Sandwiches for $12—available for dine-in or takeout. Drink specials feature 32oz Green Beer for $5, Pitchers for $9, Guinness for $5, Green Tea Shots for $5, Irish Whiskey (Jameson, Bushmills, Teeling, Keeper’s Heart) for $5, and Irish Mules for $8. They’ll also have festive shirts, beads, and Irish swag. Whether stopping by for the pub crawl or just a pint, Madison Oyster Bar is the place to be this St. Paddy’s Weekend!
St. Patrick's Day Celebrations
March 15, 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day at Hedwig Memorial Center with live music, Irish dancers, and raffles. Enjoy a Corned Beef & Cabbage Dinner or Chicken Dinner for $18 (includes a dessert ticket), a Hot Dog & Chip Basket for $6, or Potato Soup with Soda Bread for $8. Adult beverages, pop, and water will be available for purchase. For more information, contact Karen Horvath at 574-339-2375.
March 15, 6:30 p.m.
Paint a pair of pints at Brew Werks just in time for St. Paddy’s! For $25, get two pint glasses to design, all supplies, and guidance from Jen Sweazy of ArtDabbler Designs—all in a laid-back atmosphere. Sign up at artdabblerdesigns.com/events-classes by March 13th. Spots are limited!
March 17, 11:00 a.m.
The MOMS Club of South Bend is hosting a St. Patrick’s Day Party with festive crafts, sensory play, themed snacks, and lively music for moms and their little ones! The event is on Monday, March 17, 2025, at 11:00 AM at the St. Joseph County Public Library Community Learning Center, Classroom B. Free for members and $2 for non-members. Dress in green and join the fun!
March 17, 11:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Full day of celebrating the patron saint of Ireland with Irish music, bagpipes, and your favorite Irish food & drink.