St. Patrick’s Day Parties to Celebrate Chicago’s Favorite Holiday
☘️ Who’s ready to shamrock and roll?! If there’s one holiday Chicago loves most it is definitely St. Patrick’s Day. From parades and bagpipes, to green rivers and beers, St. Patrick’s Day weekend is always one epic party and we have some fun + festive ways for you to celebrate ☘️
Pizzeria Portofino {317 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL; 312.900.9018}
Is it ever too early for pizza? Pizzeria Portofino thinks not! Their riverfront location is not only great for people watching, but allows guests a front row seat to the Chicago river dyeing in real time! Tickets to their St. Patrick’s Day soiree on Saturday, 3/15 from 8am-12pm include crisp cocktails, delicious appetizers, an array of pizzas, and tunes from a live DJ. VIP tickets secure exclusive riverfront tables/booths, bottle service and personal server. (21+ event, GA and VIP tickets can be purchased here.)
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The Dearborn {145 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, IL; 312.384.1242}
Five days of non-stop St. Patrick’s Day celebrations await at The Dearborn, where owners & sisters Amy and Clodagh Lawless are honoring their roots and bringing some Irish tradition to their restaurant for one weekend only. Beginning Thursday, 3/13 diners can enjoy a special selection of Irish-inspired dishes for brunch, lunch, and dinner, including classics like Shepherd's Pie, Corned Beef & Cabbage, and more. Exclusive Guinness tastings will take place on Thursday 3/13 and Friday 3/14 and then prepare to cap off the weekend with the ultimate finale; live music from Irish folk-band, The Chancers from 11am-5pm on Saturday, 3/15 and again on Monday, 3/17 from 2-6pm. (Reservations can be made on their website here.)
Hubbard Inn {110 West Hubbard Street, Chicago, IL; 773.900.5361}
Enjoy a premier St. Paddy’s Day kickoff at River North’s Hubbard Inn, where their entire 3-floor venue will play host to this annual festive bash on Saturday, 3/15 starting at 8am.
Tickets are mandatory for event access, but it’s important to note that all food + drink purchases are not included with your ticket and have to be purchased at one of their cash bars inside.Table reservations and packages are also available for purchase for groups up to 20 people. Pro tip? Be one of the first 150 people to enter and receive a complimentary welcome drink! (Tickets vary in price and can be purchased here.)
Chicago Boat Company River Cruise {300 North State Street, Chicago, IL; 312.644.6411}
If you’re looking to get as up close and personal to the shamrock-colored Chicago River as possible, spend it ON the river! Chicago Boat Company is rolling out new & heated 12-person Luxury Duffy Boats, fully enclosed with personal space heaters, bluetooth sound speakers and coolers of ice for all your BYOB selections! While these larger groups require their own captain, smaller group reservations of up to 6 people include an expert captain from Chicago Electric Boat Company’s team! (Email rentme@chicagoelectricboats.com to book.)
The Smith {400 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL; 312.312.5100}
Located just blocks away from the Chicago Riverwalk, The Smith is the perfect place to relax and refuel after the morning’s river dyeing, This year, they are offering some delicious, Irish-inspired specials alongside the regular menu, which already features the refreshing Begyle Neighborly and Nitro Irish Stout. On Saturday, 3/15 and Sunday, 3/16 exclusively, The Smith will serve up a hearty Corned Beef Hash to kickstart weekend brunch and a delicious Reuben Sandwich for lunch + dinner from Saturday, 3/15 - Monday, 3/17. (Reservations can be made here.)
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Guinness Open Gate Brewery {901 West Kinzie Street, Chicago, IL; 312.521.0900}
Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day at one of the only Guinness taprooms outside of Ireland seems like a recipe for an epic weekend. Guinness Open Gate Brewery in the West Loop will be hosting both ticketed and non-ticketed St. Patrick’s Day celebrations starting Friday, 3/14 through Monday 3/17. Ticketed sessions include a full tap list and classic Irish fare (available for purchase), live music, limited-edition merchandise, and more!
Miru {401 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL; 312.725.7811}
They say the early bird gets the worm, or in Miru’s case, the early bird gets the perfect bird's eye view of the Chicago river dyeing! From 8am-12pm on Saturday, 3/15, The St. Regis’s famed Japanese restaurant Miru will be hosting an exclusive St. Patrick’s Day brunch on their rooftop. Rain or shine, guests will get unbeatable views of the river dyeing thanks to Miru’s two expansive outdoor terraces and an indoor dining room featuring floor-to-ceiling windows. GA tickets include a four-hour bar with select liquors, beer, wine and specialty cocktails, an array of Japanese food stations, and a live DJ. (Tickets are $175 per person, plus tax and 20% gratuity and can be purchased here.)
Fitzgerald's {6615 Roosevelt Road, Berwyn, IL; 708.788.2118}
If you love a St. Patrick’s Day party, but absolutely dread the idea of dealing with the craziness of downtown Chicago, head to Fitzgerald’s in Chicago’s Western Suburb of Berwyn! They will be hosting their annual St. Paddy’s celebration on Saturday, 3/15 starting at 12pm. Tickets are mandatory for entrance to the venue and give guests access to four different live music shows throughout the afternoon (including a special performance from the legendary Irish Rovers). There is also a full service food + drink menu available for purchase. Tickets are $20 per person (kids are half-priced!) and can be purchased here.
By Robyn Glaza | Market Manager