Spring is just around the corner and with it comes some of our favorite holidays — including St. Patrick’s Day. If you have a little of the blarney in you and enjoy a pint of Guinness from time to time, you might look forward to the St. Patty’s Day fun in the Tampa, Clearwater, and St. Petersburg area. We have got you covered with our list of 2025 St. Patrick’s Day events and activities in Tampa, FL created by Brandon Ford.
Things To Do for St. Patrick’s Day 2025 in the Tampa Area
This year promises plenty of shenanigans for St. Patrick’s Day that include the return of Paddy Fest in St. Petersburg and much much more. No matter how you choose to celebrate St. Patty’s Day, you will find plenty of fun to be had in the Tampa area with festivals, parades, and 5K fun runs.
Here is a better look at our favorite things to do for St. Patrick’s Day in the Tampa area:
2025 St. Patrick’s Parade and River O’ Green
WHEN: Saturday, March 15 at 11 a.m.
WHERE: Downtown Tampa FL
Downtown Tampa will turn into a St. Patty’s Day party this year with the River O’ Green and the annual St. Patrick’s Parade presented by the Rough Riders starting at 3 p.m. Get to the riverfront early to see the river dyed green for St. Patrick’s Day and get a great seat for the parade. The parade will feature colorful parade floats, local marching bands, Irish dancers, and much more. Make the River O’ Green that much more fun and make reservations for a river cruise.
2025 Paddy Fest St. Pete
WHEN: Saturday, March 15
WHERE: Williams Park in St. Petersburg FL
Paddy Fest is back in St. Petersburg and is expected to be more fun than ever! Attractions at this festive Irish-themed event include the Tullamore Dew experience, whiskey tastings, a beer truck, traditional Irish food, live Irish bagpipers, Irish stepdancers, local food trucks, a golf simulator, live music by local artists, a Kids Zone with bounce houses, and Leprechaun Wrestling. Don’t miss out on this St. Patrick’s Day fun!
St. Paddy’s Day Lucky Run
WHEN: Saturday, March 15 at 7:30 a.m.
WHERE: Al Lopez Park in Tampa FL
Are you ready for a St. Paddy’s Day run? The St. Paddy’s Day Lucky Run is fun for all ages. Runners can choose from 5K, 10K, half marathon, and 1-mile Family Fun Run races with optional timing. Finishers will receive an event t-shirt, an event towel, a finisher’s medal, and a digital training pack. Don’t forget to wear your best St. Patrick’s Day costume!
2025 Dunedin St. Patrick’s Party
WHEN: Saturday, March 15 at 11 a.m.
WHERE: Flanagan’s Irish Pub in Dunedin FL
Billed as the Largest St. Patrick’s Festival in Florida the Dunedin St. Patrick’s Party promises plenty of fun this year. Hosted by Flanagan’s Irish Pub, the party is free to attend with live music and entertainment, great food, and cold Guinness. Live entertainment includes St. Pete Irish Dancers, Suncoast United Pipes & Drums, First of the Day, Lucid Druid, and more. Local vendors will be on site for you to visit.
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Make plans for St. Patty’s Day this year with a list of our favorite 2025 St. Patrick’s Day events and activities in Tampa, FL that promise plenty of fun for the whole family. Apply for credit approval today to get behind the wheel of a brand-new 2025 Ford F-150 in the Tampa, Clearwater, and St. Petersburg area at Brandon Ford!