Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with live music, festive food, Irish-inspired drinks, and family-friendly activities in Chapel Hill and Pittsboro. Whether you're looking for a lively pub atmosphere, a brewery celebration, or a festive farm experience, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the holiday.
March 12-23: St. Patrick’s Day at Spring Haven Farm
Location: Spring Haven Farm
Dates & Hours: March 12-23, Wednesday through Sunday, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on the farm with festive decorations, green-themed activities, and plenty of Irish cheer.
Activities
Enjoy a cold beer as you explore the farm, decorated for the occasion.
Roast marshmallows by the fire for St. Patrick’s Day s’mores.
Meet, feed, and pet the friendly farm animals.
It’s the perfect way to enjoy the holiday while experiencing the charm of the farm.
Location: Pluck Farm & Steel String Brewery
Date: Saturday & Sunday, March 15-16
Get into the St. Patrick’s Day spirit with a weekend full of live music, food trucks, green beer, and activities for all ages.
Live Music Schedule
Saturday, 4-6 PM: Tireland – A mix of Irish and Texan folk music, blending lively tunes with deep-rooted Celtic traditions.
Sunday, 4-6 PM: Gaelic Áils – High-energy traditional Irish pub songs inspired by The Dubliners, The Pogues, and The Clancy Brothers.
Activities
Kid’s Treasure Hunt: Follow the rainbow trail to discover a pot of gold.
Bouncy Castle: Available from noon until sundown on both days.
Face Painting & Crafts: Fun activities for kids hosted by Painted Grape.
Craft Beers: Steel String Brewery will feature a variety of craft beers on tap, including the St. Patrick’s special, Irish Hello, a dry Irish stout served on nitro. Wine, cider, and non-alcoholic options will also be available.
Bring your lawn chairs and picnic blankets for a weekend of festive fun.
March 15: YMCA Chatham Park Leprechaun Dash
Location: YMCA Chatham Park
Date & Time: Friday, March 15, 8:30 AM
Kick off your St. Patrick’s Day celebrations with the Leprechaun Dash, a 5K or 10K run supporting youth-serving opportunities in Chatham County. The course offers a fun and challenging way to get active while embracing the St. Patrick’s Day spirit. Don’t forget to wear green—whether you're racing for fun or trying to win!
Location: The Plant, Lorax Lane, Pittsboro
Date & Time: Saturday, March 15, 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Celebrate with Fair Game’s whiskey release, live music, Irish dancing, Irish food, and a selection of Irish beer and cider.
Performance Schedule
The O’Carolinians Irish Group at 1 PM
Kilpatrick Irish Dance Performance at 3 PM
Eclectico String Band at 5 PM
Lilly Den will be serving cornbread and cabbage, along with Irish stout stew.
March 15: St. Paddy’s Fest at Dingo Dog Brewing
Location: Dingo Dog Brewing, 410 North Greensboro Street, Carrboro, NC
Date & Time: Saturday, March 15, 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Join Dingo Dog Brewing for their Annual St. Patrick’s Day Party, featuring a full day of games, music, art, and food!
Food Truck: Flavor Junction (Serving from 4-9 PM)
Art by: Ryan McKellar
Live Music Lineup:
Warren Sharp
Lisa Pigeon
C. Albert Blomquist
Carson Amy
The Rat-L Traps
Location: SoCo Patio
Date: Saturday, March 15
Enjoy an exciting lineup of live music and performances at SoCo Patio, featuring a mix of Irish music, dance, and traditional sounds.
Event Lineup
12:00 PM: Live Music with Bucket Jam Band
3:00 PM: Irish Dance Performance by Triggle Academy
3:30 PM: Live Irish Music with Irish Exits
6:15 PM: Bagpipe & Snare Drum Performance
7:00 PM: Live Music with Alibi
Location: Homestead Aquatic Center, 300 Aquatic Drive, Chapel Hil
Date & Time: Saturday, March 15, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation is hosting a special St. Patrick’s Day swim event where kids can dive for gold and search for hidden treasures.
Ages: 3 to 10
Admission: $10 for Chapel Hill residents, $15 for non-residents
Advance registration is required.
Location: Southern Village Green, Chapel Hill
Date: Sunday, March 16
Enjoy live music, Irish dancing, and festive food and drinks at this community celebration hosted by Town Hall Grill.
March 17: St. Patrick’s Day at Doherty’s Irish Pub
Location: Doherty’s Irish Pub, Pittsboro
Date: Monday, March 17
For a classic Irish pub experience, visit Doherty’s for an all-day celebration with live music and performances.
Live Music & Performance Schedule
12:00 PM: Live Irish music with Two Times Around
2:15 PM: Bagpipe performance
3:00 PM: Live Irish music with Pamlico
5:15 PM: Irish dance performance by Triggle Academy
6:00 PM: Live music with Nine Times Around
Stop by on March 17 to enjoy drinks, festive treats, and shop for the perfect green outfit.
No matter where you decide to celebrate, we hope you have a fantastic St. Patrick’s Day filled with good cheer, great food, and lots of luck! 🍀
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