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Many of Chicago’s first settlers were Irish and their influence can be seen throughout the city. That can also be seen in Chicago’s large and well attended St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. We discuss a lot of these celebrations here.
One way Chicagoans like to celebrate holidays is with Bar/Pub Crawls. And now I want to go over the 5 best St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawls.
1. Kiss Me, I’m Irish Chicago St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl
This is an epic 3-day bar crawl. The wristband you’ll get offers you entry with no cover charges and drink specials.
Crawl Hours
- Friday, March 15: 6 pm to 2 am
- Saturday, March 16: 4 pm to 2 am
- Sunday, March 17: 2 pm to 2 am
Participating Venues
- Hubbard Inn for registration
- El Hefe
- Hard Rock Cafe
- Billy Goat Tavern
- Point & Feather
- ROCBAR
- Headquarters Beercade
- Joy District
- Original Hooter
- RiNo Bar
- Mother Hubbards
- Shamrock Club
This is a 21+ event.
You can purchase your ticket for the bar crawl here.
2. St. Patrick’s Day Lucky Charms Bar Crawl – River North
Hit the best bars in downtown’s most happening neighborhood, River North. You’ll receive a complimentary Lucky Charms T-shirt. This will be happening on March 17, 2024, from 12 pm to 10 pm. You will begin the crawl by registering at River North Bar. The age requirement is 21+ with a valid photo ID.
Your ticket will include
- Gift cards, giveaways and more
- Pay no cover entry to 6+ venues
- Free access to after party
- WAMI Live videographers and photographers
- Live DJs at all venues
- Map of participating venues
- Up to 10% off drink specials and complimentary shots
You can book your ticket here.
3. St. Patrick’s Day Lucky Charms Bar Crawl – Wrigleyville
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with this great bar crawl. You can enjoy drink specials all night. There will be live DJs and dancing at every venue.
This will be happening on March 16, 2024, from 10 am to 7 pm. This is a 21+ event.
Participating Venues
- Wrigleyvillet
- The Butcher’s Tap
- The Reveler
- Trace
- Rebel & Rye
More venues will be announced.
You can purchase your ticket here.
4. St. Patrick’s Day Lucky Charms Bar Crawl – Lincoln Park
You and your friends can have a shamrockin’ time at this great bar crawl! Celebrate and make a toast to St. Patrick in the hottest bars across Lincoln Park! Dance to the rhythms of the DJs at each bar. And round out the night at the crazy after party.
The bar crawl will take place on March 16, 2024, from 12 pm to 10 pm. The age requirement is 21+ with a valid photo ID.
Your ticket includes
- Free Lucky Charms T-shirt while supplies last
- St. Patrick’s Day beads and swag
- No cover charge in entry to 5+ bars
- Drink specials and complimentary drinks
- Free access to after party
You can get your bar crawl ticket here.
5. St. Patrick’s Day Lucky Charms Bar Crawl – West Loop
Follow the rainbow in search of treasure in this fun bar crawl. Paint the town green as you go from one rockin’ bar to another! And top it off with the after party.
This will be happening on March 16 and 17, 2024, from 12 pm to 10 pm. You’ll begin the crawl with registration at Bar Takito. This is a 21+ event.
Your ticket will include
- No cover entry at 5+ venues
- Complimentary Lucky Charms T-shirt while supplies last
- St. Patrick’s Day beads and swag
- Free access to after party
- Drink specials and complimentary drinks
5. St. Patrick’s Day Lucky Charms Bar Crawl – Wicker Park
Experience a bar crawl across Chicago’s iconic Wicker Park. There will be DJs and music at all venues – participating venues tba. It will be happening on Saturday and Sunday, March 16 and 17, 2024, from 12 pm to 8 pm.
Your ticket will include
- Free Lucky Charm T-shirt while supplies last
- St. Patrick’s beads, sunglasses and swag
- Up to 40% off drink prices
- No cover entry into 5+ bars
- Prizes and giveaways
- Map of all venues
This is a 21+ event.
You can get your ticket here.
What to Wear
If you’d like to dress up for St. Patrick’s Day, you’ll find some great clothes here.