You don’t need a four-leaf clover to luck out on a fun St. Paddy’s Day. The next two weeks are chock full of shenanigans for all ages, including parties, rugby-watching, live Irish music and much more. Irish eyes will smile at these festive options.
Leprechaun Lap Bar Crawl
Bar hop your way through Clarendon in something of a (not so) dry run for St. Paddy’s Day. Tickets ($10-$20) to the March 8, 3-10 p.m., event include access to several neighborhood bars, patios and rooftops in addition to $4 beers, $5 shamrock shots, $6 mixed drinks, themed swag and live entertainment. Participating locations include Clarendon Ballroom, Hyde Social, Mister Days and The Renegade. // Clarendon Ballroom, 3185 Wilson Blvd., Arlington (Clarendon)
St. Patrick’s Week at Samuel Becketts Irish Gastro Pub
Why celebrate for a day when you can do it for a week? From March 11-17, this Shirlington pub will be party central. Events include Irish-themed trivia and bingo, “Steal the Glass” whiskey deals, rugby-watching, Guinness discounts and lots of Irish music. Get a taste of Ireland, too, with dishes such as fish and chips, lamb stew, and shepherd’s pie. // 2800 S. Randolph St., Arlington (Shirlington)
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Colony Grill
The Corned Beef & Cabbage pizza is back through March 17 at this pizzeria with an Irish bent (it was founded in 1935 in an Irish neighborhood in Connecticut). The Crossing Clarendon location will be serving up this seasonal pie made with julienned cabbage tossed in the restaurant’s signature hot oil and spicy Dijon mustard. // 2800 Clarendon Blvd., Arlington (Clarendon)
St. Patrick’s Day 2025 at Celtic House
From March 13-17, this Columbia Pike pub has daily fun on the menu. On March 13, 5-9 p.m., get at “stoutie” (your face printed in Guinness foam), sip on a special Jameson Black Barrel cocktail and listen to traditional Irish tunes. The next day, Falls Church band SugarCoat performs 9 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Over the weekend, enjoy Irish dancing with District Irish Dance Academy and a special brunch buffet with traditional Irish eats. On March 17, doors open at 9 a.m. to make way for live music and more dancing throughout the day. // 2500 Columbia Pike, Arlington
Water Park St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
Get limited-time, festive drinks at Water Bar and Crush Pizza at National Landing’s Water Park from March 14-17. The former will be serving a Shamrock Sour made with Jameson Whiskey, while Crush will serve a Green Margarita. // 1601 Crystal Drive, Arlington (National Landing)
St. Paddy’s Day Palooza at Punch Bowl Social
You don’t need a rainbow to find a pot o’ gold at this party. Pots of treasure will be hidden throughout the Ballston Quarter watering hole, and guests who find one could win a prize. Other activities include corn hole and board games. Plan on arriving thirsty on March 17. The playground-style pub has partnered with Tullamore D.E.W. Irish whiskey on drink specials. Doors open at 11 a.m. // 4238 Wilson Blvd., Arlington (Ballston)
St. Patrick’s Themed Adult Night at Lego Discovery Center
Bricks aren’t just for kids. On March 14, 6-8:30 p.m., builders 18 and older can take over this Lego haven inside Springfield Town Center to participate in building competitions, navigate the laser maze, snap Insta-worthy pics with a Lego character and watch a 4D movie. Sugar Rim Bar, a full-service bar, will be on hand to serve those 21 and over. Tickets are $24.99. // 6563 Springfield Town Center, Springfield
St. Paddy’s Party
The McLean Community Center is hosting a celebration for fifth and sixth graders March 14, 7-9:30 p.m. Tickets ($10-$35) cover catered food and beverages, a DJ, and open dance floor and a variety of activities. // 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean
O’Sullivan’s Irish Pub & Restaurant
Family-owned and -operated, this 18-year-old Clarendon pub stocks more than 130 whiskeys and serves Irish eats such as sausage and mash, and beef and Guinness stew. Chow down while listening to live music March 14-17. See times and bands here. // 3207 Washington Blvd., Arlington (Clarendon)
Ireland’s Four Courts
The resurrected Courthouse pub is going all out for the holiday, starting with rugby on the telly at 9 a.m. March 15, before six bands and Irish dancers take the stage at 2 p.m. Come back for more of the same in a heated outdoor tent on March 16, when doors open at 8:30 a.m. and the music goes from 6-10 p.m. On the big day—March 17—doors open at 10 with live music. // 2051 Wilson Blvd., Arlington (Courthouse)
St. Patrick’s Day Bingo at Copperwood Tavern
See if you’ve got the luck of the Irish on March 15, 10 a.m.-noon, with 10 chances to win a round of bingo. The games are free to play, and brunch will be served if you get a hankering for a steak omelet or smoked salmon Benedict. Bring the kids: There’s a menu for them, too. // 4021 Campbell Ave., Arlington (Shirlington)
St. Paddy’s Day Festival
Shipgarten in Tysons is always down for a party and St. Patrick’s Day is no different. On March 15, noon-5 p.m., listen to live music, snack on Irish dishes and green eggs, sip green beer, and play corn hole, giant Jenga and cup pong. Kids are welcome: The fun includes crafts, a moon bounce and face painting, too. Admission is free. // 7581 Colshire Drive, McLean
Rally in the Alley at Mister Days
The recently reopened (and slightly relocated) Clarendon bar is bringing back its beloved street festival March 15, noon-7 p.m. The section of 11th Street adjacent to Mister Days will be closed to make way for outdoor DJs, bars and food stations. Can’t wait until noon to get the party started? Arrive as early as 10 a.m. for a tailgate brunch with mimosas, kegs and eggs, and Bloody Marys. // 1101 N. Highland St., Arlington (Clarendon)
Shamrock Bash at Clarendon Ballroom
Advertising “three floors of shenanigans,” this party on March 15, 4-11:30 p.m. promises green beer, shamrock shooters, Guinness specials, snacks, live performances, giveaways and plenty of dancing. Admission is free. // 3185 Wilson Blvd., Arlington (Clarendon)
Caboose Commons
Pre-game your St. Paddy’s party on March 16, when Irish Red Ale will be flowing, live music will be playing and performers from the Morgan Legacy Irish Dance Academy will be dancing at this easygoing brewpub in the Mosaic District. // 2918 Eskridge Road, Fairfax
Ireland’s Four Provinces
Owner of the 4Ps, Colm Dillon is a native of Ireland’s County Cork, guaranteeing an authentic pub experience. On March 17, the restaurant will serve Irish whiskeys from small, family-run distilleries and “k’eggs”—beer and eggs—in the morning, alongside Irish classics like fish and chips, shepherd’s pie, and corned beef and cabbage. Enjoy live Irish music all day. Note that reservations are required. // 105 W. Broad St., Falls Church