Every March, San Francisco turns green for one of its most anticipated celebrations of the year, the San Francisco St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl. What began more than a decade ago as a small neighborhood crawl has grown into the largest St. Patrick’s Day party in the city, drawing thousands of people from across the Bay Area and beyond.
In 2025, the event welcomed over 15,000 attendees and each year, LepraCon continues to grow. It brings together great bars, DJs, drink specials and a fun crowd ready to celebrate Irish pride and San Francisco nightlife in one unforgettable experience.
LepraCon is a three-day event, taking place on March 13, March 14, and March 17, allowing you to celebrate throughout the holiday weekend and on St. Patrick’s Day itself.
While each day offers its own unique energy, Saturday, March 14 is the main event. It is the biggest day of the weekend, featuring the largest crowds and free Party Bus shuttles.
On Saturday, the crawl runs from 2PM to 10PM, giving guests eight full hours to party.
Event Highlights
- The biggest St. Patrick’s Day party in San Francisco
- More than 10,000 attendees each year, with over 15,000 in 2025
- Free Party Bus shuttles on Saturday, March 14
- An annual tradition for over 10 years
- A three-day format with events on March 13, 14, and 17
Event Details:
Event Dates & Times:
- Friday, March 13, 2026: 6PM to 11PM
- Saturday, March 14, 2026: 2PM to 10PM
- Tuesday, March 17, 2026: 6PM to 11PM
Check in Locations
The experience begins at one of two convenient check-in locations, where guests receive their wristbands and event information.
Mayes Oyster House (1233 Polk Street San Francisco, CA 94109)
Rick & Roxy’s (2131 Lombard Street San Francisco, CA 94123)
From these locations, attendees can begin their crawl and plan their route through nearby neighborhoods.
Participating Bars
One of LepraCon 2026's defining features is its wide range of participating venues. More than 30 bars take part each year, transforming multiple neighborhoods into one connected party.
This year’s participating bars include:
R Bar, Decodance, Lush Lounge, Union Street Ale House, Silver Cloud, The Blue Light, Hanaro, Westwood, Kung Fu Action Theater, Jaxson, Route 101, Mayes Oyster House, Rick & Roxy’s, El Lopo, White Rabbit, Shanghai Kelly’s, Amsterdam Cafe, Comet Club, McTeague’s, The Buccaneer, Wreck Room, and many more.
What’s Included With Your Ticket
- Free admission to participating bars
- Access to exclusive drink specials
- Entry to venues with live DJs
- Free Party Bus transportation on Saturday
- Special surprises and event extras
LepraCon’s popularity is no accident. The event is produced by CrawlSF, a company with over 20 years of experience organizing large-scale nightlife events throughout the Bay Area. From route planning and transportation to bar partnerships and crowd management, every detail is designed to improve the guest experience.