Wake
Wye Hill Kitchen & Brewing
March 13-17
Stop by Wye Hill Kitchen & Brewing in Raleigh for can’t-miss St. Patrick’s Day specials, including its recently released “Reverent Hands,” a house-brewed Irish dry stout, an Irish whiskey cocktail, themed desserts – like the green velvet cake or matcha cheesecake with Oreo crust – and a delicious shepherd’s pie.
St Patrick’s Day Celebration at Smash
March 14
The luck of the Irish comes to downtown Raleigh with Smash’s loaded St. Patrick’s day specials you won’t want to miss, featuring shareable bites fit for large friend groups and festive fun. Irish car bombs, Guinness draught cans and Jameson orange Jell-O shots round out the drink specials to guarantee a sham-rockin’ good time.
Asali Desserts Cafe
You don’t just have to wear green, you can fill your plate with it too! Asali Desserts Cafe is supplying a star-studded trio of St. Patrick’s Day-themed treats to choose from – hazelnut cheesecake mousse, matcha mango mousse and shamrock shortbread cookies.
St. Patrick’s Day: K-5th Adventures at East Regional Library
March 17, 4:30-5:15 p.m.
You’re in luck! East Regional Library in Knightdale makes seasonal magic simple with festive crafts, shamrock art and lively games. This free event is perfect for families with school-aged children who want to join in on the Irish fun.
Leprechaun Village at A.L. Wilkerson Nature Preserve
March 17, 10 a.m.-noon
If your little ones have been on the hunt for leprechauns, look no further – they’ve been spotted at A.L. Wilkerson Nature Preserve. While they’re here, they need your help building a place to stay out of stones, leaves, sticks and other natural materials in Wilkerson’s Woodland Village. Drop in to help Raleigh’s magical visitors!
A Very Festive St. Patrick’s Day Cocktail – 10th & Terrace
Through March 17
Swing by the 10th & Terrace rooftop for a limited-edition St. Patrick’s Day cocktail “The Drunken Leprechaun,” – a delicious festive concoction featuring Svedka vodka, crème de menthe, house-made white chocolate liqueur and whipped Irish cream topped with shaved chocolate and edible gold flakes.
Durham
St. Patrick’s Day Party at Bull McCabe’s
March 14, 15 & 17
Bull McCabe’s hosts a full day of celebratory live entertainment, including performances from High Clouds, Triggle Academy of Irish Dance, An Gorta Mor Memorial Pipes & Drums and more. Festivities start at noon, will be family-friendly until 8 p.m. and will include classic Irish food and drink.
Food and Flights at Ponysaurus Brewing Co.
Through March 17
Ponysaurus Brewing Co. is serving up a specialty menu at its Durham and Raleigh locations that will leave you feeling like you found the gold at the end of the rainbow. Food items include an Irish beef stew and loaded baked potatoes with bacon, sour cream and chives – but the real showstopper is the “Four Leaf Clover” flight, stacked with themed cocktails that feel straight out of Dublin.
St. Paddy’s Weekend Specials at Boxcar Bar & Arcade
March 17
This downtown Durham barcade opens early on St. Patrick’s Day to give you plenty of time to enjoy the deals. Join for $10 Irish car bombs and $5 green beer, or anything else that tickles – and hopefully doesn’t pinch – your fancy.
Orange
Shenanigans with O’Florapist – B-Side Lounge
March 17, 6:30-8 p.m.
Raleigh florist Darcie Garcia celebrates St. Paddy’s Day by sharing her love for all things green with Carrboro. She’ll walk you through designing your own festive arrangement using seasonal florals to leave you feeling inspired and lucky.
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at Southern Village
March 17, 5-7 p.m.
Join Weaver Street Market for a fun-filled night at its Southern Village location in Chapel Hill. Throw on all your stylish green attire to show off at the St. Patrick’s selfie station, all while enjoying shamrock-themed sweet treats.
Irish Cocktails & Spirits Mixology Class at Little Gem
March 17, 6:30-8 p.m.
This rendition of Little Gem Cocktail Bar’s monthly mixology class features a Celtic flair, perfect for if you’re on the hunt for something other than green beer. You’ll learn how to make spectacular cocktails ranging from Irish iced coffee to “Cameron’s Kick,” and you’ll also learn about the history of distilling in Ireland and the recent boom in Irish spirits.
Chatham
Leprechaun Dash at the Chatham Park YMCA
March 14, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Compete for age-group awards during a holiday 5K or 10K, starting at Chatham Park YMCA – or steal the show with your best leprechaun costume.
St. Patrick’s Day at Doherty’s Irish Pub
March 17
Doherty’s Irish Pub brings a line up of two live music performances for you to enjoy alongside your meal of classic Irish food. A full set of traditional pipes and drums opens the night at 5:30 p.m. and transitions to a solo performance by artist Tom Nasser. Don’t forget to try the pub’s limited-time St. Patrick’s Day menu!
Looking for more fun seasonal to-do’s? Explore our spring events blog!
