St. Patrick's Day

Dive into Irish culture with an annual parade, bar crawls, races, and more.

Celebrate this luck-filled holiday with an array of exciting events and activities. Whether you're planning a family-friendly itinerary or exploring our local brewery scene, Little Rock features St. Patrick's Day fun with various festivities.

St. Patrick's Day Parade

Make your way to downtown Little Rock and cheer on the marching parade with shamrock-themed excitement. Delve into a lively atmosphere, where visitors can watch local community members celebrating St. Patrick's Day festivities.

Date & Time - March 14, 2026 | 1:00 p.m.
Location - The event starts at Sixth and Main Streets in downtown North Little Rock before it travels through the Argenta Arts District, crosses the Arkansas River via the Main Street Bridge, travels east on President Clinton Avenue through the River Market District, and turns south on River Market Ave. The parade ends at Third & Cumberland Streets in Little Rock. Two of the best viewing areas for the parade are the River Market District and Third Street near Dugan’s Pub.

A blue vintage car driving down the street decorated for the St. Patrick's Parade with a huge crowd.

Extra St. Patrick's Day Fun: Don't miss the "Dancing at the Crossroads" show after the parade, including performances by marching pipe and bands, as well as traditional Irish dancing by the McCafferty Academy of Irish Dance and the O'Donovan School of Irish Dance.

The Parade is presented by the Irish Cultural Society of Arkansas (ICSA) as a fun, free family-oriented community service event for the residents of central Arkansas and is intended to celebrate cultural diversity in Arkansas. Founded in 1996, the Society, which is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, provides programs demonstrating aspects of the culture of Ireland for the education of Arkansans, many of whom have ancestors from one of the seven Celtic nations.

Bonus St. Patrick's Day Events

Little Rock St. Patrick's Day Bar Crawl

Kick off St. Patrick’s Day weekend in style by hitting the city’s top bars, enjoying exclusive drink specials, and soaking up the festive energy with your crew.

Whether you're Irish at heart or just love an epic party, this bar crawl is your ticket to an unforgettable celebration. Explore the best nightlife spots, enjoy St. Paddy’s vibes, and join hundreds of partygoers rocking their greenest outfits!