Where to celebrate St.Patrick’s Day in Portland
Shamrock Run
It’s time for the Shamrock Run once again. Whether you’re running, walking, or just planning your travel day around the race, here’s what you need to know.
The 2023 Portland Shamrock Run is a half marathon, 15K, 8K, 5K and 1K race that takes place in Downtown Portland. This event is family friendly – bring your kids (10 and under) for the one mile Leprechaun Lap and enjoy the Finish Line Festival together.
The event starts on March 10, with the actual Shamrock Run taking place on Sunday, March 12th at 8AM. The day will wrap up at the Finish Line Festival, where all participants can claim their bowl of post-race oatmeal and complimentary beer for those 21 and older.
If you’re traveling the weekend of March 10-12, expect delays and detours throughout the waterfront area as well as downtown. Barbour Blvd and Terwilliger Blvd may also be impacted by the race.
Register for the Shamrock Run here
Kell’s St.Patricks Irish Festival
The iconic Kell’s Irish Pub is going big with their St.Patrick’s Day Festival this year with celebrations on back-to-back weekends. Their annual Ireland vs. USA amateur boxing match kicks off Friday, March 10 near the SW Waterfront. Tickets are available to purchase on their website here.
Once boxing has commenced, enjoy the festivities on the SW waterfront at the Portland Irish Festival, including live music, Irish dancing, bagpipes, Irish food and Drinks! The festival takes place Saturday, March 11 from 12PM to 11PM. Presale tickets are 50% off before March 1st and are available at the door for $20.
The party continues the weekend after, with Irish music, dancing, food and drinks at both the downtown location as well as the Kells Brewpub on NW 21st Ave!
St.Patrick’s Weekend Pub Crawl
If you’re ready to paint the town green, pubcrawls.com is hosting a two day event featuring some of Portland’s best bars and nightlife scenes. Tickets start at $9.99 and will increase closer to the event.
The two day pub crawl features multiple Portland bars and your ticket gains you free access to each. Your wristband will also get you 50% off specialty drinks and 20% off certain food specials!
Live music and DJs will keep the party rolling all weekend long. Learn more and grab your ticket online here!
Paddy’s St.Patrick’s Day Celebration
Portland’s oldest Irish Pub, Paddy’s is holding a St.Patrick’s Day celebration on March 17th, where a portion of the proceeds will go directly to the Children’s Cancer Association.
The event kicks off Saturday March 17th at 11AM and features live Irish music, bagpipes, Irish Dancers, corned beef and cabbage, Guinness and more.
“Skip the line” tickets are available for purchase online here!