Things To Do in NEPA This March
March in NEPA means St. Patrick’s Day events, the last few snowy adventures, and a packed calendar of local happenings. It’s the perfect time to enjoy cozy gatherings and community celebrations as winter makes her last few appearances.
From Scranton and Wilkes-Barre to Jim Thorpe, Honesdale, and the Poconos, the month is filled with opportunities to get outside, give back, and enjoy the region’s creative spirit. Spend the day at a local food fair, take a scenic day trip, or lace up for a winter hike. With live music, brewery events, and food tours popping up across NEPA, there’s always something new to experience.
This curated roundup highlights 20 can’t-miss March events across Northeastern Pennsylvania, from small-town celebrations to major seasonal festivals. Whether you’re planning a weekend road trip or searching for something fun nearby, these featured picks capture everything that makes March in NEPA unforgettable.
Looking for even more? Browse our full NEPA Events Calendar, updated daily with concerts, festivals, races, workshops, and outdoor adventures happening across all ten counties.
St. Patrick’s Day in NEPA
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!
March Inspiration & Seasonal Highlights
Embrace the end of winter with seasonal spotlights, local features and cold weather photo stories from the DiscoverNEPA team. Our winter highlights and insider tips help you plan cozy March weekends, support local businesses and make the most of everything NEPA has to offer as the spring season approaches.
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