St. Patrick’s Day in NEPA | Annual Events

Whether you’re dancing a jig, indulging in Irish fare, or raising a glass of Guinness to good fortune, it’s the perfect time to embrace the luck of the Irish. Enjoy the festive atmosphere celebrating St. Patrick’s Day in Northeastern Pennsylvania.

Erin Go Bragh!

A young girl smiles and holds a green, glittery shamrock while participating in Wilkes-Barre's St. Patrick's Day parade with other children. — A group of dancers perform during the Wilkes-Barre St. Patrick’s Day Parade.

Parades, Pints & Plenty of Irish Pride

St. Patrick’s Day in NEPA is a proper grand time, full of craic, a fair bit of Guinness and plenty of NEPA events to keep the celebration going! From Scranton’s legendary parade—second largest in the country—to lively celebrations in Wilkes-Barre and Stroudsburg, there’s no shortage of Irish pride. Feast on corned beef and cabbage at local irish pubs, raise a pint at a rollicking pub crawl and tap your toes to live Celtic tunes. Whether you’re looking for things to do in NEPA this weekend or just along for the shenanigans, NEPA is the place to be for the luck o’ the Irish!

Celtic Cheers & Irish Fun

A group of bagpipers in traditional Scottish attire, including kilts and feathered bonnets, are playing during Scranton's St. Patrick's Day Parade.

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in NEPA

A woman dips into cottage pie while holding a guinness at Molly O'Sheas in Wilkes-Barre, PA.

8 Spots for Savory Irish Specialties

Woman smiles while sitting at a table with a Guinness Stout in her hand at Andy Gavin's Eatery & Pub in Scranton, PA.

Sláinte! Classic Irish Pubs in NEPA

A group of musicians in traditional Scottish attire, including kilts and Glengarry bonnets, are performing in Wilkes-Barre's Annual St. Patrick's Day parade.

NEPA’s St. Patrick’s Day Parades

The Scranton St. Patrick's Parade coming down the street in Scranton, PA.

A Local’s Guide to Scranton’s St. Patrick’s Parade

Three patrons clinking pints in celebration at a table at Marley's Brewery and Grille in Bloomsburg, PA.

Cheers to St. Paddy’s Day: NEPA’s Best Local Pints

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in NEPA

NEPA offers a variety of events to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. From parades and festivals to pub gatherings and cultural performances, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. If you’re looking for NEPA events this weekend, check out the latest happenings and plan your celebration.

Popular Reads

Get ready to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in NEPA. Read our latest posts for festive events, lively parades, where to get classic Irish dishes and everything you need to make this holiday a shamrockin’ good time.

Popular Reads

Get ready to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in NEPA. Read our latest posts for festive events, lively parades, where to get classic Irish dishes and everything you need to make this holiday a shamrockin’ good time.

Fairs & Festivals

Picture This: NEPA’s Smallest St. Patrick’s Day Parade

A group shot of all the participants in the second annual St. Patrick's Day Parade in Nanticoke, PA.

Fairs & Festivals

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in NEPA

Bars & Pubs

Sláinte! Classic Irish Pubs in NEPA

Dining

8 Spots for Savory Irish Specialties

Fairs & Festivals

A Local’s Guide to Scranton’s St. Patrick’s Parade

Studios & Classes

Step into Irish Dance Lessons with NEPA Studios

A group of girls practice Irish Step Dancing at Johnston School of Irish Dance in Scranton, PA.

Fairs & Festivals

Picture This: Pittston’s 12th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade

A street vendor walks down the street at the Pittston St. Patrick's Day Parade in Pittston, PA.

Breweries, Wineries & Distilleries

Cheers to St. Paddy’s Day: NEPA’s Best Local Pints

Fairs & Festivals

NEPA’s St. Patrick’s Day Parades

Events

Celebrate Winter with Explore Schuylkill: Ice Festivals, Crafting, St. Paddy’s Parade & More

A bagpipe band in kilts marches down a street in the Pottsville St. Patrick’s Day Parade. The banner they carry reads

Fairs & Festivals

Picture This: Wilkes-Barre’s 44th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Spotlight On

Scranton St. Patrick’s Parade

Take A Look

Catch all the St. Paddy’s Day action right here! From bagpipes and step dancers to floats and themed pop-up bars, watch the best parade highlights and festive fun from across NEPA.

Take A Look

Catch all the St. Paddy’s Day action right here! From bagpipes and step dancers to floats and themed pop-up bars, watch the best parade highlights and festive fun from across NEPA.