Everyone’s favorite green holiday is just around the corner! March 17th is Sunday this year, and that means the celebrations and fun events are happening all over town throughout the entire weekend. LOTS happening on Saturday, which gives you plenty of time to enjoy some good celebrations and still have Sunday to finally get in some weekend chores, a hike or some yoga – just remember to wear those green yoga pants!
The first (recorded) parade held for St. Patrick’s Day was in New York City, not Ireland. Thus, this global holiday celebrating Irish culture and heritage has become a cultural holiday celebrated by many here in the U.S. and throughout the world. If you enjoy any excuse to hang out with friends and family, take in a parade, eat some food, and maybe put back a few beers then thanks to the Irish, St. Patrick’s Day is a celebration you can enjoy too!
Here in Colorado Springs we don’t have a river to turn green, but there’s still lots of ways to celebrate with the whole family starting with the 35th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade. With over a 100 parade entries, marching bands and more, this is always a fantastic event post one of the largest 5K runs in the state. So, grab your green garb, some friends and family (or framily!) and check out the fun things to do and places to be around the Pikes Peak Region this weekend!
// EVENTS for St. Patrick’s Day 2019//
35th Annual Colorado Springs St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Saturday, March 16th – 12 Noon
Downtown Colorado Springs
35th Annual St. Patrick’s Day 5K
Includes kid fun run option for the whole family to join in!
Saturday, March 16th – 10 AM
Downtown Colorado Springs – Starts at Acacia Park
Peddlin’ for St. Pat’s
Various courses to choose from including a family ride!
Saturday, March 16th – 7:30 AM
Downtown Colorado Springs – Starts Behind Pikes Peak Center
2nd Annual Woodland Park St. Patrick’s Day Parade
After their successful, historic 1st year, they’re doing it again with a Pub Crawl to follow!
Saturday, March 16th – 12 Noon
Woodland Park, CO
Switchbacks FC Fireworks Night & St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
Don’t miss the Switchbacks FC home opener!
Saturday, March 16th – 5 PM
Weidner Field – East Colorado Springs
Kids Night Out at Bear Creek
Calling all parents! Enjoy some time to yourself while your child spends the evening hiking, playing games and having a campfire. Dinner is provided!
Saturday, March 16th – 5 PM
Bear Creek Park – West Colorado Springs
The Verdict – St. Patrick’s Day Party
Wear some green and be ready to dance the night away at this free concert!
Saturday, March 16th – 6 PM
Stargazers Theatre – Colorado Springs, CO
Briarhurst Annual St. Patty’s Day Murder Mystery
Saturday, March 16th – 6 PM
Briarhurst Manor – Manitou Springs, CO
18th Annual Catholic Charities St. Patrick’s Day Gala
Give back this St. Patrick’s Day weekend by attending this fundraising event!
Saturday, March 16th – 5:30 PM
Cheyenne Mountain Resort – Southwest Colorado Springs
Luck Of The Irish Bar Crawl
Drink in green with Local Motive Party Bus this St. Patrick’s day and dance the Irish jig!
Friday, March 15th – 5:30 PM
Oskar Blues – Downtown Colorado Springs
// Where to Go for St. Patrick’s Day 2019//
Irish Pubs and Other Great Places for Food & Libations St. Patrick’s Day Weekend! Many have special music and other activities throughout the weekend, check link for more info.
Jack Quinn’s
Downtown Colorado Springs
Pike Peak Brewing
Monument, CO
O’Malley’s Irish Pub
Palmer Lake, CO
Dublin House
Central Colorado Springs
Alchemy
Old Colorado City, Colorado Springs
Wyatt’s Pub & Grill
Rockrimmon, Colorado Springs
Tilted Kilt
I-25 & Woodmen, Colorado Springs
Erin Inn
Central Colorado Springs
