Whether you’re a fan of parades, or just love an excuse to wear green, St. Patrick’s Day can be a great excuse for quite a party. Check out this list of events coming up for March 17 (the actual day) and the weekends surrounding the actual day in Atlanta GA and the surrounding area.
St. Patrick’s Day 2016 Events Atlanta GA
March 12 (Sat) – Atlanta St. Patrick’s Day Parade – noon- 1:30pm
Representing multiple Irish groups in the Atlanta area, this grand event features music, displays and great floats appropriate for all ages. The parade will run come rain or shine. Get details and parking information here.
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March 12 – Shamrockin’ For a Cure – 7pm-midnight
Support the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and experience a great party atmosphere at the same time. Food, drink, and live music are included in the $95 ticket price ($34 of which is tax deductible) and the event also offers shopping and silent and live auctions. Learn more and get tickets here.
March 12 – Fado Irish Pub St. Patrick’s Day Party
Offering ten hours of entertainment, DJ’d music, and live bands, this St. Patrick’s Day extravaganza promises to be just as rocking as in the past! Fado Irish Pub will also be opening early on the actual day (March 17) with live music and Irish festivities.
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March 17, 19 – Smyrna’s St. Patrick’s Day Fest – starts 2pm Thursday, noon on Saturday
Enjoy great food, live music, Irish beverages, and fun at this two-day festival north of Atlanta (and about an hour from us here in Winder GA). Saturday will also offer carnival games and children’s activities. Cost is $5 per day when pre-ordered (more at the gate) and a portion of proceeds supports Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s Team in Training. Get tickets here.
All Month – Ann’s Flower and Gift Shop –St. Patrick’s Day-Zies
And if you’re not really into the parties and parades, but would still like to recognize St. Patrick’s Day for a loved one in your life, you can check out the St. Patrick’s Day-Zie bouquet available at Ann’s Flower shop right here in Winter GA. Learn more here.