St. Patrick’s Day in Indy isn’t just a one day holiday - it’s a citywide party!
Whether you're chasing green beer, parades, Irish jams, or just looking for a decent Reuben and a reason to call off work, we've got you covered. This is your no-lame-plans guide to doing St. Paddy's Day the Indy way.
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Irish Bars & Restaurants
Skip the casual celebrations and go where the drinks flow, the bagpipes play, and the shepherd’s pie hits just right.
SNUG Irish Pub - Live music, food, libations, and all-day energy for their 3rd Annual St. Patrick’s Day Block Party. Expect a packed patio, plenty of pints, and zero chill in the best way possible.
Murphy's PubHouse - Green beer? Check. Bagpipes? Check. Authentic Irish fare? Absolutely. They’ve even got a real-time countdown ticking on their website, so if you needed a sign to commit - this is it.
McGinleys’ Golden Ace Inn - Looking for something classic? McGinleys’ is hosting its 93rd annual St. Patrick’s Celebration. Heated tents, live music all day, and the kind of historic Indy vibes you can’t fake.
The Rathskeller - Food, drinks, live music, and one of the best biergartens in town! If you're looking for something lively, The Rathskeller never misses.
Get Lucked Bar Crawl - Want someone else to plan the St. Paddy's route for you? Get Lucked Bar Crawl stops at 5 bars, including local favorites like Tom's Watch Bar and more.
Official St. Paddy’s plans are still to be announced, but you can usually count on live music, drink specials, and a good crowd at The Brockway Pub, Red Lion Grog House, Muldoon's, and O'Reilly's Irish Bar. When in doubt, follow the sound of bagpipes.
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Greening of the Canal
Nothing says “St. Paddy’s season has officially begun” like watching the Canal turn bright green. The annual Greening of the Canal takes place Thursday, March 12th, starting at 5PM and sets the tone for the weekend ahead with food trucks, live music from The Indianapolis 500 Gordon Pipers and Sheep in the Boat Band, and maybe even local celeb-sighting or two.
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St. Patrick's Day Parade, Tent Parties, & More
With St. Patrick's Day falling on a Tuesday this year, the celebration will span nearly 5 days, with the downtown parade on Friday, March 13th at 11AM, followed by the tent party.
Check out more St. Patrick's Day happenings here.
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St. Patrick's Day also falls on 317 Day. Come out to the HI-FI and celebrate with Do317, White Claw, local vendors, live music, and more! The Do317 team will also be there with giveaways.
RSVP for a free entry + free White Claw or hot dog when you show up! (Limited to 50)
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Do317's St. Paddy's Pro Tips
- Start Early, Pace Yourself – This is a marathon, not a sprint. Hydrate. Alternate. Make it to the afterparty.
- Don’t Forget to Eat – Corned beef, Reubens, shepherd’s pie — this is strategic fuel, not just vibes.
- Have a White Claw – Light, refreshing, and easy to keep the party going.
- Wear Green, Duh – It’s not optional. It’s the law. (Socially speaking.)
