Looking for the best St. Patrick's Day festivities in town? It's your lucky day! We've got you covered with our guide for enjoying the holiday in Albany County. So whether you are Irish, or not, break out your brightest green attire and get ready to celebrate St. Patrick's Day!
St. Patrick’s Day Family Fest
Kick off the Irish fun in downtown Albany’s Academy Park with the St. Patrick’s Day Family Fest, starting at 11:00 AM. This free festival is hosted by the Irish American Heritage Museum and includes food, crafts, music and dance performances!
Irish Sweat-er Albany St. Patrick's Day 5k
This year is the inaugural Irish Sweat-er Albany St. Patrick’s Day 5K! Cheer on the runners from the side lines as they race throughout downtown Albany, or register to join in on the fun yourself! Who knows? There might even be a pot of gold at the end of the race!
Saint Patrick’s Day Parade
The 68th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade steps off at 2:00 PM, moving east along Washington Ave towards City Hall and Pearl Street. Irish pipers, step dancers, bands, and more, will march through the streets with festive fanfare. Enjoy the spectacle in your best green get-up with family and friends! It is an Albany tradition you will not want to miss.
Dine on Irish Fare!
Complete your Saint Patrick’s Day celebrations with a festive meal! There are many cozy pubs and delicious restaurants in Albany where you can grab a bite of Irish fare, such as Public House 42 or McGeary’s Irish Pub. The Century House in Latham is hosting a special St. Patrick’s Day Dinner serving up traditional Irish dishes with a modern twist, such as soda bread bruschetta and twisted corned beef with grilled cabbage.
BONUS! Looking for a Ride?
Planning on drinking a few pints of Guinness this St. Patrick's Day? Be safe and book a ride! Our partner, Premiere Transportation, is offering 20% off all party buses and vans when you book a brew tour for St. Patrick’s Day. For details on the special offer, click here. Don't forget that Lyft is available in Albany now, too!
