Though Denver resides over 4,000 miles away from Ireland, there’s plenty of Irish pride circulating around the Mile High City this St. Patrick’s Day. In fact, the Rocky Mountains saw plenty of Irish settlers during the silver boom in the late 1800s, and by the early 1900s many relocated to Denver.
Irish influences remain today, and immigrants can be touted for opening the first school in Colorado at 12th and Market Streets, as well as keeping alive the Irish pubs around town. But whether or not you’re Irish or have Irish heritage, St. Patrick’s Day has become a holiday celebrated by everyone. Check out these festive events in Denver, and get ready for lots of good food, green beer, and lucky parties around town.
St. Patrick’s Day Themed Celebrations
March 13: St. Patrick’s Burlesque Show at Cruise Room
From 7 to 9 p.m., The Cruise Room at The Oxford Hotel hosts a holiday burlesque show featuring Denver’s Hard Candy Dance Entertainment. Expect green, and have fun. This event does not require reservations and is free and open to anyone 21 and up. 1600 17th St., Denver, theoxfordhotel.com
March 13: Keggs & Eggs by Channel 93.3 iHeart Radio
Get ready for the 20th annual Keggs & Eggs by Channel 93.3 iHeart Radio at Denver Union Station. The Sublime cover band Sublime Family will perform a free concert along with The Paradox and Bike Routes. Doors open at 7 a.m., and the event is free to the public on a first-come, first-served basis.
Union Station’s The Crawford Hotel is offering a package for concertgoers who seek guaranteed entry to the event. Prices start at $827 per night and include accommodations, breakfast at Cooper Lounge, late checkout, and access to an elevated, VIP viewing area overlooking Union Station’s Great Hall. 1701 Wynkoop St., Denver, denverunionstation.com
March 14: Denver’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Denver’s first St. Patrick’s Day parade took place in 1889, ran until 1921, and returned in 1963. It’s been held ever since, save for the year of the pandemic shutdown. Catch the 2026 version, which starts at 9:30 a.m. at 19th and Wynkoop Street in Denver. From there, the parade route will proceed for two blocks along Wynkoop before turning left on 17th Street and then left again on Blake Street, ending at 27th Street near Coors Field.
This year’s theme is “Stars, Stripes, and Shamrocks!” Attendees can expect to see hundreds of entries, and the parade lasts around four hours. Denver’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade is one of the largest of its kind in the United States, and attracts as many as 400,000 spectators.
March 14: St. Patrick’s Day Parade Party at McGregor Square
The food hall at McGregor Square will open early at 9 a.m. for parade-goers and a pre-party. Drink specials include green Coors Light, green tea shots, and Jell-O shots, perfect for pairing with food from the five vendors. Enjoy live entertainment by local bagpipers on the McGregor Square Plaza, then head over to the parade, just a few steps away.
March 14: Irish Dancing and Chocolate at Denver Central Market
Anyone interested in traditional Irish step dancing should stop by Denver Central Market in RiNo at 5 p.m. for a free performance by Celtic Steps, the premier Irish dance school of Colorado. There’s plenty of food to grab while watching the show, including a four-piece box of St. Patrick’s Day-themed chocolates from Temper Chocolates & Confections (available starting March 1). 2669 Larimer St., Denver, denvercentralmarket.com
March 14: New Terrain Brewing Company
Starting at 11 a.m. in Golden, New Terrain Brewing Company will host its annual St. Paddy’s Day party. Multiple bars will be open inside for quick service, and J Street Food Truck will be serving Irish food all day. Patrons can also enjoy live entertainment including Irish dancers at 2 and 3 p.m., and Denver funk band SuperMagick from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. The event is family-friendly and dog-friendly, so bring the whole crew. 16401 Table Mountain Pkwy., Golden, newterrainbrewing.com
March 14: Boulder Social Puppy Parade
Boulder Social will be hosting its 3rd Annual St. Patrick’s Day Puppy Parade, starting in the restaurant’s rear parking lot at 1 p.m. The parade goes down Arapahoe Avenue and continues around 38th Street. If you want to be in the parade, check-in at 11 a.m. and it costs $10, which goes to Boulder’s POSO Dog Rescue, and participating owners receive a free beer.
There will also be a dog costume contest after the parade with prizes from local partners, as well as over a dozen vendor booths, dog party photos by Reagan Elizabeth Photography, a dog-friendly menu, a special holiday menu featuring Irish favorites, and drink specials for the humans. Expect a dog adoption meet-and-greet as well. 1600 8th St., Boulder, besocialcolorado.com
March 14, 15, and 17: St. Patrick’s Day Cooking at Uncorked Kitchen
Uncorked Kitchen in Centennial is offering three St. Patrick’s Day-themed cooking events to celebrate the holiday. On Saturday, March 14, enjoy the St. Patrick’s Day Cookie Decorating Class ($75 per person) with Vicki McHenry of The Classy Cookie from 2 to 4 p.m. Cookies come prebaked and all students will learn techniques including outlining, flooding, wet-on-wet, and layering to decorate six cookies to take home.
On Sunday, March 15th, Uncorked Kitchen presents Family Day Out: St. Patty’s Day Celebration ($89 per person) from 3 to 5 p.m. Guests ages 6 and up can celebrate Irish culture by working together with their family members to make a Classic Irish Beef Stew, Irish Soda Bread, and Chocolate Stout Cookies with raspberries to take home.
Finally, on St. Patrick’s Day from 6 to 9 p.m., couples can attend Date Night Cooking Class: Modern and Tasty Irish Food ($305 per two people). The price includes a bottle of wine and three hours of creating a feast of caraway-cured salmon with pan-fried potato cakes, scalloped cabbage, sweet and sour carrots, Shepherd’s pot pie, and Irish whiskey chocolate cake with whipped Irish cream liqueur. 8171 S. Chester St., Suite A, Centennial, uncorkedkitchen.com
Events at Irish Pubs Around Denver
March 14 and 17: The Abbey Tavern
The Abbey Tavern on Colfax has been serving Denver since 2013. Owner Glen Eastwood dreamed of opening a bar that embraced the concept of Irish hospitality and comfort, and over the past 13 years, it has. This year, on Saturday, March 14, The Abbey Tavern will open at 10 a.m. On St. Patrick’s Day, Tuesday, March 17th, it will open at 11 a.m. Fans of Irish dance and music can enjoy performances by dancers from the McTeggert School of Dance and the Colorado Youth Pipe Band on both days at 5 p.m. on Saturday, and at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
The bar offers a menu with Irish and British favorites such as Bangers and Mash, Irish Breakfast, Scotch Eggs, Irish Bread Pudding, and more. Don’t miss the Abbey Rolls, an egg roll packed with corned beef and horseradish cream, served with zesty mustard dipping sauce. 5151 E. Colfax Ave., Denver, theabbeytaverndenver.com
March 14 and 17: Scruffy Murphy’s Irish Pub
Located in the Ballpark neighborhood, Scruffy Murphy’s Irish Pub is just two blocks from the parade route. On that day and St. Patrick’s Day the pup will open from 9 a.m. to 2 a.m., offering revelers continuous music and entertainment including Irish bands, bagpipers, and Irish step dancers, with no cover charge. Imbibe in the heated beer tent with Irish beers such as Guinness, Harp, and Smithwick’s, plus a broad selection of Irish whiskeys. Also enjoy Irish food favorites such as corned beef and a variety of sausages. 2030 Larimer St., Denver, scruffymurphysirishpub.com
March 14 and 17: The Irish Rover
You’ll find The Irish Rover Pub between Ellsworth and Bayaud Avenues on Broadway in the Baker neighborhood. The venue has three bars inside including the main bar, the Limerick Room, and the rooftop patio, and all three will be open and operating for the festivities on Saturday, March 14 and Tuesday, March 17.
On both days, The Irish Rover will open at 10 a.m., and entry is free. Patrons can enjoy a variety of Irish favorites from the kitchen, including corned beef and cabbage, with plenty of Irish brews to wash it down. Also expect live bagpipers and traditional Irish dancers on both days. 54 S. Broadway, Denver, theirishroverpub.com
March 14 and 17: Nallen’s Irish Pub
Nallen’s Irish Pub first opened in 1992, making it the oldest Irish pub currently operating in Denver. This family-owned establishment is just north of 14th and Blake Streets on Market Street, not far from Union Station. Once there, you’ll feel like you’ve stepped inside a true Irish pub. This year, Nallen’s opens at 9 a.m. on both days, and visitors can enjoy great service, tasty beverages, and performances by Celtic Steps. 1429 Market St., Denver, nallenspubdenver.com
Irish Food and Drink Specials
Now through 17: Chef Zorba’s St. Patrick’s Day Menu
While Chef Zorba’s is known primarily for American and Greek cuisine, the Congress Park restaurant celebrates the season with its annual Mint Chocolate Chip St. Patty’s Pancakes. Also on the special menu you’ll find Corned Beef and Cabbage dish for just $16.95, which is only available while supplies last. Because the dish sells out quickly, interested parties should call ahead at (303) 321-0091 to preorder and secure the meal in advance. 2626 E. 12th Ave., Denver, chefzorbas.com
March 6 through March 31: Elemental Bakery & Coffeehouse
In honor of St. Patrick’s Day the bakery will offer special treats such as a Corned Beef and Cabbage Croix with caraway, a cheesy leek croissant with za’atar, Guinness brownies, the Key Lime Cruffin, and a carrot cake with cream cheese icing. These treats are only available for a limited time, so don’t miss it. 3875 Steele St., Suite 1143, Denver, elementalbakeryandcoffee.com
March 13 through 17: Dine at Great Divide Brewing and Roadhouse RiNo
From Friday, March 13 through 17 head to RiNo for this new restaurant’s Hot Irish Coffee made with Shanky’s Whip, Bailey’s, and coffee, and topped with Bailey’s Shaky’s cream. Or, stay for an Irish Espresso Martini featuring Shanky’s Whip, Bailey’s, Borghetti espresso liqueur, and cold brew.
Hungry patrons will love Great Divide’s special Reuben Patty Melt, smothered in Swiss cheese, caramelized onions, pastrami, and sauerkraut on marble rye, followed by Irish Car Bomb Bread Pudding. Reservations are recommended. 3040 Blake St., Denver, greatdivide.com
March 14 and 15: St. Patrick’s Day Views at 54thirty
Head to the Le Méridien Denver Downtown for a festive cocktail and killer view. All weekend guest can order three festive cocktails including The Citrus Clover, made with Jameson, Tullamore Dew, and lemon; The Smoked Shamrock with Glenfiddich, vermouth, Montenegro, and Tullamore Dew; and the Black Clover, a mix of Bailey’s and Mr. Black coffee. 1475 California St., Denver, 54thirty.com
March 17: The Common Good’s Cocktails
The Common Good in the Benson Hotel and Faculty Club in Aurora celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with a new lineup of festive beverages to help patrons get into the spirit of the holiday. Try the Clover Club Old Fashioned made with Jameson, stout simple syrup, orange juice, and cocoa bitters; or the Kiss Me, I’m Kiwi, made with Platinum rum, kiwi, and lime, to name two of the offerings. 13025 E. Montview Blvd, Aurora, eatatthecommongood.com
March 14 and 17: Whiskey at The Burns Pub & Restaurant
Those wishing to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day outside of the city will love the opportunity to do so at The Burns Pub & Restaurant in Broomfield. John and Maureen Odde opened the Irish pub and restaurant in 2002, and has since been designated the country’s fifth-best whisky bar. Expects Celtic music and corned beef and cabbage, plus other delights. Visitors who prefer not to drive after imbibing on either night can book a room at the adjacent Hilltop Inn, also owned and operated by the Oddes. 9009 Metro Airport Ave., Broomfield, theburnspub.com
March 14 through March 17: Thirsty Lion Celebrates
Thirsty Lion, next to Union Station, is going big for St. Patrick’s Day this year. In addition to its regular line up, expect an Irish-inspired menu for four days straight. Think Guinness beef stew, bacon-cheddar potato cakes, Scotch eggs, and more. While you dine, enjoy live Irish dancers and bagpipers.
It’s not just fun and games, the Thirsty Lion is also partnering with Jameson Irish Whiskey to raise funds for the St. Baldrick’s Foundation. Proceeds from featured craft cocktails, such as Jameson Irish Whiskey mules, martinis, Irish coffee, and Old Fashioneds, up to $10,000, will be donated to the organization to help fight childhood cancer. 1605 Wynkoop St., Denver, thirstylionrestaurant.com
March 17: Corned Beef at Former Saint Craft Kitchen & Taps
Guests can enjoy a classic corned beef and braised cabbage plate on St. Patrick’s Day for just $17. Located inside the Hyatt Regency Denver at the Colorado Convention Center, it’s a great place to relax and celebrate with friends while raising a pint or dram of Irish whiskey. Don’t worry if you don’t want Guinness, Former Saint Craft Kitchen & Taps has 16 brews on tap and also offers a wide selection of contemporary Colorado cuisine if corned beef and cabbage isn’t your thing. 650 15th St., Denver, no website
St. Patrick’s Day Deals
Now through March 31: Drink Green at Improper City
RiNo’s Improper City features a large-scale taproom and coffee bar with 36 beers on tap, a full bar, large patio, and daily food trucks. Throughout the month of March, it goes green in spirit with St. Patrick’s Day-themed beverages, including a $10 Irish Mule, a $6 Tully Shot, and an $11 Tully Honey Toddy. Additionally, over St. Patrick’s Day weekend on March 13 and 14, you can grab a $5 Shilleghlah Shot, $6 Irish Goodbyes, and $10 Irish Slammers. 3201 Walnut St., Denver, impropercity.com
March 14: Specials at Denver Milk Market
Head to the Dairy Block in LoDo, right on the 2026 parade route, and enjoy some food specials and a scavenger hunt. First, visit Fuso Pizza & Pasta for a $13 plate of Corned Beef Hash. Then, stop by Green Huntsman for Shepard’s Pie in a potato skin ($8), Bangers and Mash with onion gravy ($12), or Boxty, otherwise known as potato pancakes ($6).
Additionally, Denver Milk Market management will hide a gift card somewhere inside the food hall, in an area accessible to the public, on St. Patrick’s Day at 11 a.m. Only one card will be hidden, so whoever finds it first wins. 1800 Wazee St., Suite 100, Denver, denvermilkmarket.com
March 16: Blue Island Oyster Bar & Seafood
Many might not immediately think of oysters when thinking of Irish cuisine, but the Irish have been enjoying oysters served with a beer for a very long time. In fact, 19th-century UK Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli once called Guinness and oysters “the perfect celebratory meal.”
Find out why with 99-cent Shamrock Shells on Monday, March 16th, when dining in at both the Cherry Creek and Lone Tree locations. 2625 E. 2nd Ave., Denver; 10008 Commons St., Lone Tree, blueislandoysterbar.com
March 17: Free Ice Cream at Good Times Burgers and Custard
Good Times Burgers has been serving the Denver metro and beyond since it opened its first burger spot in Boulder in 1987. Since then, it has grown to over two dozen locations in Colorado and Wyoming. Now, for St. Patrick’s Day, the chain will offer a free scoop of Irish Cream ice cream for all customers wearing green. Multiple locations, goodtimesburgers.com
Irish-Themed Bar Crawls
March 14: Lucky’s St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl
From 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. revelers can participate in Lucky’s St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl, organized by Crawl with Us. This self-guided bar hop has no specific route to follow, but tickets mean you won’t have any cover charges at specific downtown venues including One Shot Back, American Bonded, Belles & Boots, Jaguar Room, The Factory, Larimer Beer Hall, and others. Participants will receive party beads, a party cup, a keychain bottle opener lanyard, access to drink and food specials, drink vouchers, a mid-party, an after-party with a DJ, and more.
March 14 and 17: Kiss Me I’m Irish Two Day Crawl
Barcrawlerz’ Kiss Me I’m Irish Two Day Crawl takes place over two days on Saturday, March 14, from 2 to 8 p.m. and Tuesday, March 17, from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. This self-guided crawl includes entry and drink specials at nine locations, mostly along Larimer Street in Five Points, including Larimer Beer Hall, The Retro Room, The Mill, Zanzibar Billiards Club, Sidecar Lounge, Whiskey Bar, One Shot Back, Swanky’s Vittles and Libations, and Cervantes Masterpiece Ballroom & Cervantes’ Other Side.
Guests must register and pick up their wristbands at One Shot Back on Saturday from 2 to 8 p.m. or between 6 and 11 p.m. on Tuesday. Bonus, on Saturday Cervantes’ Masterpiece Ballroom is hosting a free concert for participants.
March 14: 2026 Denver St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl
Social Scene’s 2026 Denver St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl stretches across LoDo and Larimer Square from noon to 6 p.m. The self-guided crawl includes entry and food and drink specials at One Shot Back, Swanky’s, Tapville Social, Zanzibar Billiards Club, Cantina, and Nola Jane, plus a scavenger hunt, drink tickets, and more. Participants must check in and get their wristbands at Cantina (1416 Market St.) from noon to 2 p.m. on Saturday to get started.
March 14: St Patrick’s Day Weekend Bar Crawl 2026
The Passport presents the Denver St. Patrick’s Day Weekend Bar Crawl 2026 from 1 to 8 p.m. Twelve Denver bars will participate in this crawl, including The Passport Denver, Society Sports and Spirits, Cantina, Viewhouse Ballpark, Wonderyard Garden & Table, Mario’s Speakeasy Pizza, Nallen’s Irish Pub, Disco Pig, and others. Expect drink specials, St. Patrick’s Day beads (while supplies last), drink tickets, and access to an after-party at one of the venues.
March 21: St. Patrick’s Day Guided Pub Crawl
Anyone looking for a post-St. Patrick’s Day adventure with the same mean green energy should book this St. Patrick’s Day Guided Pub Crawl. The event runs from 7 to 11:30 p.m. and includes visits to four or more bars, drink specials, drinking games, and dancing. This pub crawl is professionally guided, so the entire group moves together from bar to bar around Downtown Denver. The best-dressed participant wins a bottle of liquor, so keep things festive.
