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The Best St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations in the San Francisco Bay Area – March 2025

Gerald Perino March 7, 2025

The Best St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations in the San Francisco Bay Area – March 2025

Get ready to wear green, raise a pint, and celebrate Irish heritage in style! St. Patrick’s Day in the San Francisco Bay Area is always a vibrant affair, with parades, festivals, pub crawls, and lively block parties taking over the streets. Whether you’re looking for family-friendly parades, traditional Irish music, or an unforgettable night out, there’s something for everyone. Here’s a roundup of the best St. Patrick’s Day events happening across the Bay Area in March 2025.

 

1. San Francisco’s 174th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival

  • Date & Time: Saturday, March 15, 2025 – Parade at 11:30 AM, Festival from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

  • Location: Parade starts at 2nd and Market Streets, ending at Civic Center Plaza; Festival at Civic Center Plaza, San Francisco

  • Details: One of the largest St. Patrick’s Day celebrations on the West Coast, this lively event features an impressive parade with over 100 floats, marching bands, Irish dancers, and community groups. The festival at Civic Center Plaza boasts live entertainment, delicious Irish food, arts and crafts, and family-friendly activities.

  • More Information: United Irish Societies of San Francisco

2. Dublin’s St. Patrick’s Day Festival & Parade

  • Date & Time: Saturday, March 15, 2025, & Sunday, March 16, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

  • Location: Dublin Civic Center, 100 Civic Plaza, Dublin, CA

  • Details: No city in the Bay Area does St. Patrick’s Day quite like Dublin, CA! The weekend-long festival includes a spectacular parade, authentic Irish entertainment, carnival rides, a petting zoo, over 250 vendors, an Irish Marketplace, and, of course, plenty of Guinness. Don’t miss the annual pancake breakfast before the parade on Saturday morning.

  • More Information: City of Dublin's St. Patrick's Day Celebration

 

3. Lepracon 2025: St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl

  • Date & Time: Saturday, March 15, 2025, starting at 2:00 PM

  • Location: Begins at Mayes Oyster House, 1233 Polk Street, San Francisco, CA

  • Details: San Francisco’s biggest St. Patrick’s Day bar crawl! Thousands of festive party-goers will roam from bar to bar, enjoying drink specials, live DJs, and a fun, energetic atmosphere. Dressing in green is a must, and there’s even a costume contest for the most creative leprechaun outfit.

  • Tickets & Information: Lepracon 2025 Pub Crawl Details

 

4. San Francisco St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl Party

  • Date & Time: Saturday, March 15, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM

  • Location: Comet Club SF, 3111 Fillmore Street, San Francisco, CA

  • Details: One of the most popular pub crawls in the city, this event takes participants through a series of bars, each featuring exclusive drink specials, Irish-themed cocktails, and DJs spinning festive tunes. It’s the perfect way to spend the evening celebrating with friends.

  • Tickets & Information: Eventbrite - St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl

 

5. Schroeder’s St. Patrick’s Day Block Party

  • Date & Time: Friday, March 14, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM

  • Location: Schroeder’s, 240 Front Street, San Francisco, CA

  • Details: Located in the heart of San Francisco’s Financial District, this annual event is a must for those who love beer, bratwurst, and bagpipes. With live music, green beer flowing, and a lively outdoor setting, Schroeder’s knows how to throw a legendary St. Paddy’s Day party.

  • More Information: Schroeder’s St. Patrick’s Day Event

 

6. The Irish Bank St. Patrick’s Day Block Party

  • Date & Time: Saturday, March 15, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 11:30 PM

  • Location: The Irish Bank, 10 Mark Lane, San Francisco, CA

  • Details: Known for throwing one of the best St. Patrick’s Day parties in the city, The Irish Bank hosts an all-day event filled with live music, traditional Irish food, and a fantastic selection of Irish whiskeys and beers. Get there early—it fills up fast!

  • More Information: The Irish Bank Events

 

7. San Jose St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival

  • Date & Time: Saturday, March 15, 2025, Parade at 11:00 AM; Festival following the parade

  • Location: Parade starts at San Pedro Square and proceeds through downtown San Jose; Festival at Plaza de César Chávez

  • Details: Celebrate Irish heritage with a lively parade followed by a family-friendly festival featuring live music, dance performances, and plenty of delicious Irish fare.

  • More Information: San Jose St. Patrick’s Day Events

 

8. Oakland’s St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl

  • Date & Time: Saturday, March 15, 2025, starting at 1:00 PM

  • Location: Various participating bars in Oakland, CA

  • Details: Oakland’s biggest St. Patrick’s Day pub crawl includes multiple stops, drink specials, and a fun, festive crowd. It’s a great alternative to the San Francisco bar crawls if you’re looking for something more local.

  • Tickets & Information: Oakland St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl

 

9. Santa Cruz St. Patrick’s Day Parade

  • Date & Time: Saturday, March 15, 2025, at 10:00 AM

  • Location: Starts at the Santa Cruz County Building and proceeds through downtown Santa Cruz, CA

  • Details: Enjoy a small-town parade with big heart! Local organizations, bagpipers, Irish dancers, and festive floats bring the spirit of Ireland to Santa Cruz.

  • More Information: Santa Cruz St. Patrick’s Day Parade

No matter where you choose to celebrate, the Bay Area has something for everyone this St. Patrick’s Day! Whether you’re looking for a lively parade, a traditional festival, or an epic bar crawl, you won’t be short on options. Sláinte! 🍀

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