Where to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Downtown Wilmington DE

St Patricks Day Parade Wilmington DE

Break out your green and head downtown on Saturday, March 14th, to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Downtown Wilmington, DE! Whether you’re of Irish descent or simply Irish for the day, there are plenty of events to get in the spirit.

St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Hooley | ‼️Please note: Parade and Hooley have been cancelled for Saturday‼️

Beginning at noon, the Irish Culture Club of Delaware’s 45th St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Hooley will kick off in Downtown Wilmington. The parade, which lasts about one hour, begins at Fourth and King streets and proceeds up King to 15th Street. Immediately following the parade, the ICCD’s traditional Hooley after party will take place at the corner of King & 12th streets, which features refillable mugs for $20.

Cavanaugh’s Irish Specials | 11:00AM, 703 N Market St

Head to Cavanaugh’s to indulge in tradition Irish fare on Saturday during their special holiday hours from 11:00AM to 8:00PM. Dishes include corn beef cabbage, Guinness beef stew and fish & chips to be paired nicely with Irish drink specials!

St. Paddy’s Loop | 4:00PM, Various Locations

The unofficial start to spring returns with Delaware's biggest St. Paddy's celebration! One $10 cover gains you admittance into all 11 venues and entitles you to a discount on Lyft rideshare services. Downtown venues include Chelsea Tavern, Cavanaugh’s, and Makers Alley! Look for Guinness beer and Tullamore Dew whiskey specials at all Loop venues.

Chelsea Tavern’s 10th Birthday | 8:00PM, 821 N Market St

Celebrate Chelsea Tavern's 10th anniversary on Market Street! Enjoy live entertainment, $10 food specials, $5 drink specials, and so much more. Past employees are even invited to take advantage of their employee discount for a final time!

Spokey Speaky At Stitch House Brewery | 9:00PM, 829 N Market St

If you’re not in the mood for classic Celtic tunes, head to Stitch House! Spokey Speaky will play top notch Reggae for all to enjoy.