Seasonal & Holidays

St. Patrick’s Day 2026: Your Guide To Fun In NoVA

There are several St. Patrick's Day-related events in Northern Virginia; here's a few to consider to celebrate all things Irish.

Virginians who plan to join in the global celebration of Irish culture can choose from big and small events, including parades in Alexandria and Manassas.

The March 17 holiday falls on a Tuesday this year, and many big events will be held the weekend of March 14-15. Originally a modest, religious feast day honoring the patron saint of Ireland, St. Patrick’s Day today is a vibrant, boisterous holiday observed by millions of people regardless of their heritage.

Events you won’t want to miss include a St. Patrick's Day bar crawl in Arlington and the St. Patrick's Day Parade 2026 in Manassas, both on March 14.

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We’ve rounded up seven events to help you celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. But first, are you planning an event this spring? Feature it, so nearby readers see it all across Patch — including in roundups like this!

Here’s your guide to St. Patrick’s Day fun in Northern Virginia and D.C.:

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  • March 14: St. Patrick's Day Parade 2026, Manassas
  • March 14: Arlington VA's Best St. Patrick's Day Weekend Bar Crawl, Arlington
  • March 14: Greater Manassas St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Manassas
  • March 14: Navy Yard St. Patrick's Day Mad City Bar Fest, Washington, D.C.
  • March 14: Four Courts Four Miler, Arlington
  • March 15: Lucky Leprechaun 5K, Reston
  • March 17: Learn Watercolor Painting this Early Spring at the Arts Club of Washington,Washington, D.C.
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