From kilt runs to Irish festivals and everything in between,
there is something for everyone to do this month, whether you want to embrace
your own Celtic roots or learn more about Celtic culture. If you know of any
upcoming events, either in March or otherwise, please reach out!
Australia
Brisbane Irish Festival
March 14, 2026
Brisbane, QLD
https://brisbaneirishfestival.com.au/
Brisbane Irish Festival seeks to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
in the land down under. The theme of this year’s parade is “Gaeilge – The
language of Ireland (Teanga na hÉireann).” Participants are encouraged to get
creative with the theme.
The Big Melbourne Kilt Run
March 15, 2026
Melbourne, Victoria
https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1460583
This kilt run benefits the Heart Foundation. Participants
can wear anything tartan, even if they do not have a kilt. The event will
feature place getter medals, participation certificates, raffles, small
giveaways.
Melbourne Celtic Festival 2026
March 17, 2026
Melbourne, Victoria
https://www.melbournecelticfestival.com.au/
The is the Melbourne Celtic Festival’s fifth year. The event
takes place on St. Patrick’s Day at the Mission to Seafarers complex in The
Docklands, Melbourne. It features music, dancers, food, activities, and more for
attendees to enjoy.
Canada
Irish Real Life Festival
March 7 - 17, 2026
Waterloo Region, Canada
https://www.irishreallifekw.com/
This festival features a wide range of events, including
lectures, art classes, music, dancing, and more. The focus of the festival is
to learn about Ireland’s history and celebrate its evolving modern culture. Everyone
is welcome, even if they are not Irish!
Ireland
Home of St Patrick’s Festival
March 10-17, 2026
Armagh, Ireland
https://visitarmagh.com/festivals/st-patrick/
The Home of St. Patrick Festival features a memorable lineup
of music, dance, city tours, and more. People will be able to find something
they want to participate in throughout the festival. There are things for the
whole family to enjoy!
St. Patrick's Festival Waterford
March 13 - 17, 2026
Waterford City, Co. Waterford
https://www.discoverireland.ie/waterford/st-patrick-s-festival-waterford-2026
Waterford’s St. Patrick’s festival brings together a wide
range of cultural, social, and family events for attendees to participate in
and enjoy. The highlight of the festival is the parade on St. Patrick’s Day,
which runs along the Quay and finishes on The Mall.
St. Patrick's Festival Dublin
March 14-17, 2026
Dublin, Ireland
https://stpatricksfestival.ie/
Dublin’s St. Patrick’s Festival is the official celebration
of Ireland’s national holiday. Its initial goal was to honor Ireland’s patron saint,
St. Patrick, in a solemn way. Since then, it has evolved to be vibrant, lively,
and fun for participants and attendees.
Ballydehob Traditional Music Festival 2026
March 27 - 29, 2026
Ballydehob, Co. Cork
https://www.facebook.com/BallydehobTradFestival
This festival takes place in Ballydehob, West Cork and
features a variety of musical experiences, from concerts and session trails to
recitals and more. The festival is held at various venues throughout Ballydehob,
so attendees should look at the schedule on the website to plan their activities.
Isle of Mann
Do the fairies sing in Manx? Tunes and stories from the
Mooinjer Veggey
March 2, 2026 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Erin Arts Centre, Victoria Square, Off Upper
Promenade, Port Erin, Isle of Man IM9 6LD
https://rushenheritage.org
Manx poet and musician Annie Kissack RBV will explore Manx
fairy music, particularly what we know about it. She will discuss the music,
and she will even play some fairy music for attendees. The talk will also
feature the Manx language.
Aundyryn Kiaull-Theay Vannin 2026 Manx Folk Awards
March 20, 2026 - March 25, 2026
Douglas and St Johns
https://www.manxmusic.com/schools/manx-folk-awards/
The Manx Folk Awards are a series of competitions for kids
in Manx music, song, dance, and language. This year’s theme is centered around Blein
ny Gaelgey / Year of the Manx Language. The competitions are at a variety of age
groups and levels.
Scotland
Glasgow International Comedy FestivalMarch 11-29, 2026
Glasgow, Scotland
https://www.glasgowcomedyfestival.com/
Glasgow’s Comedy Festival has been happening for the past
two decades. It features more than 600 shows for attendees to choose from
across 40 venues in Glasgow. Tickets for the shows can be purchased through the
festival’s website.
Borders Art Fair
March 13-15, 2026
Borders Events Centre, Kelso TD5 8LS
https://www.bordersartfair.com/
This art fair takes place at the Borders Events Centre in
Kelso and features a variety of exhibitors and workshops. The fair is free to enter,
but donations are welcome. Food is available at the fair’s indoor food village,
or attendees can go to a nearby restaurant.
United States
Kickoff to St. Patrick’s Day HOOLEY
March 6, 2026
Buffalo Irish Center – 245 Abbott Road, Buffalo, NY
https://AGL52.eventbrite.com/?aff=AGL52Facebook
This event features music and dancing to kick off the St. Patrick’s
Day season. Tickets are only available online and will not be sold at the door.
The ticket price includes food, beverages, dancing, and entertainment by The
Jig.
Irish Family Day
Sunday, March 8
CelticMKE Center, 1532 N. Wauwatosa Ave, Wauwatosa
https://celticmke.com/CelticMKE-Events/Family-Day.htm
This year’s Irish Family Day is focused on a Passport to
Ireland. The event space will feature terminals where participants will visit
and fill out their passport of Irish places. Tickets purchased in advance are
less expensive than those purchased at the door.
Choctaw Irish Friendship Festival
March 13–14, 2026
Choctaw Cultural Center, 1919 Hina Hanta Way, Calera, OK
74730
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19ekLeJswF/
This festival celebrates the friendship between the Choctaw
Native Americans and the Irish. This relationship dates back to the 1840s and
the Irish Famine. The event will feature festivities, special programming, and
more.
Milwaukee St. Patrick's Day Parade
March 14, 2026
Milwaukee, WI, USA
https://www.saintpatricksparade.org/
This year’s parade is the 58th Milwaukee St.
Patrick’s Day Parade. The parade is hosted by Shamrock Club of Wisconsin and the
Westown Association and celebrates Milwaukee’s Irish heritage. The parade route
spans a mile and a half.
Atlanta's St. Patrick's Day Parade
March 14, 2026, 12 pm
Midtown Atlanta
https://atlantastpats.com/parade-info/
Atlanta’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade began in 1858 and was
started by the Hibernian Benevolent Society. Today, it continues to be a
family-friendly event and is run by Irish Network Atlanta. The parade attracts people,
whether or not they are Irish.
St. Augustine Celtic Music and Heritage Festival
March 14-15, 2026
St. Augustine, Florida
https://www.celticstaugustine.com/
This festival was voted the #4 best cultural festival in the
United States as well as the best festival in St. Augustine. The event will
take place at Francis Field, St. Augustine and will feature music, Highland Games,
a parade, whiskey tasting, food, lectures, and more.
Celtic Classic Parade of Shamrocks
March 14, 2026
Downtown Bethlehem, PA
https://celticfest.org/parade-of-shamrocks/
The parade steps off at 1 pm, and attendees are encouraged
to arrive early to get the best viewing spot. To be able to see the whole
parade on Broad Street, choose a spot between 4th Avenue and Main Street.
Philadelphia St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 15, 2026
Philadelphia, PA
https://phillyparade.com/
The parade starts at 11 am on 16th & JFK and ends
between 6th & 5th on Market St. The parade will be shown on CBS beginning
at noon and will be rebroadcast on March 17. The parade features music,
dancers, and more.
Shake Your Shamrock Run
March 15, 2026
Peddler's Village, Lahaska, Bucks County, PA 18931
https://runsignup.com/Race/PA/PeddlersVillageLahaskaBucksCounty/ShakeYourShamrock8k5kandkidsrun
This is the 15th annual Shake Your Shamrock Run.
The run benefits Bucks County Opportunity Council and Girl Power USA.
Participants are invited to dress up in their best green attire and stick
around after the run for an after party.
A Taste of Ireland
March 15, 2026
Cock ‘n Bull Restaurant, Route 263 & Street Road,
Lahaska, PA 18931 United States
https://peddlersvillage.com/event/brunch031526/
This brunch features traditional Irish foods, including
boxty, scones, soda bread, coddle stew, and more. It also includes a full Irish
breakfast. Reservations are required for those coming to the brunch. The ticket
price includes food, gratuity, entertainment, and non-alcoholic beverages.
Glenside St. Patrick's Day Parade and Festival
Saturday, March 21, 2026
Glenside, Pennsylvania
https://spd19038.com/
This is the second year of Glenside’s St. Patrick’s Day
Parade and Festival, and it s promising to be bigger and better than last year.
The event kicks off with a traditional Irish music session at 9:30 am, followed
by the parade and festival.
Tartan Day South
March 26-29, 2026
Cayce, SC
https://tartandaysouth.com/
This Highland Games and Celtic Festival features music,
athletics, food, and more. There are exhibitions of Celtic clans and birds of
prey. There are activities for the whole family to enjoy, including children’s
rides and play area.
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