St. Patrick's Day 2025

Throw on your shamrocks, grab your friends, and paint the town green!

Get ready for a festive adventure in Elizabeth, where St. Patrick's Day is an opportunity to create your own vibrant celebration. This guide is your passport to all things St. Paddy’s Day – from indulging in mouthwatering Irish bites to hopping between local bars, joining a lighthearted Leprechaun run, and catching the lively scenes of a nearby parade.

Ways to Celebrate

Enjoy the Flavors of Irish Fare

At Nugent's Tavern, Elizabeth's Irish pub, savor the flavors of Ireland with classics like Bangers and Mash and Shepherd's Pie. Or, dive into the restaurant's specialty, the Irish Pancake, a mouthwatering potato pancake topped with Guinness beef stew and sour cream. Complement your meal with a choice from their extensive collection of over 150 whiskeys and a selection of craft beers.

Hop Around Town for a St. Paddy’s Day Bar Crawl

Gather your friends and craft your own St. Paddy's adventure in Elizabeth's bustling nightlife scene. As you hop from one bar to another, soak in the lively atmosphere, explore cozy lounges and energetic hotspots, and make this St. Patrick's Day uniquely yours.

Attend a Parade

With its central location, Elizabeth, NJ is the perfect place to stay to attend multiple St. Patrick’s Day parades. Just a short drive from Elizabeth is the Union County St. Patrick’s Day Parade where you can enjoy bagpipers and impressive floats.

Elizabeth, NJ, is also just a short ride from New York City, making it an ideal spot to enjoy the 264th New York City St. Patrick’s Day Parade before continuing the festivities close to home. The iconic parade, one of the oldest and largest in the world, will take over Fifth Avenue in Manhattan on Monday, March 17, 2025, drawing thousands of spectators and celebrating Irish heritage in grand style.

Local St. Patrick's Day Events

THE BIG SHOW: LUCKY CHARMS EDITION AT BARCODE

Get ready to turn up the luck at The Big Show: Lucky Charms Edition at BarCode! On Saturday, March 15, celebrate St. Patrick’s Day weekend with DJ Cazper spinning the best beats, an electric atmosphere, and a crowd that knows how to keep the party going. Enjoy top-tier drinks, high-energy performances, and non-stop vibes at Elizabeth’s go-to nightlife destination. Don’t forget to wear your green and bring your best party crew—this is one St. Paddy’s bash you won’t want to miss! Ages 21+.

ST. PATRICK’S DAY CELEBRATION AT THE LOBBY

Go big or go green! The Lobby is throwing an all-day St. Patrick’s Day party on Monday, March 17, and you won’t want to miss a second of the action. From 12:00 PM to 2:00 AM, the beats will be non-stop with DJ Lifestyle, DJ Frank Roth, and DJ La Melma keeping the energy high. Come for the luck, stay for the party!

Planning to celebrate overseas? Book your flight out of Newark Liberty International Airport and extend the festivities with a stay in Elizabeth.