10+ Saint Patrick’s Day events in Birmingham, including Hammerfest

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Green, shamrocks and more on St. Patrick’s Day in Birmingham. Photo via Hammerfest

Saint Patrick’s Day is this weekend, and there are tons of events going on in Birmingham. So mark your calendar, wear lots ‘o green and celebrate all weekend long!

Hammerfest

Date: March 16-17
Location: Lakeview District, Birmingham.
Time:Sat. 8:30AM; Sun. 9AM
Price: FREE
Register to Bike

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Professional cyclists race through Birmingham’s Lakeview District. Photo via Hammerfest

Get ready for bikes, racing, puppy parades and a whole lot of green as Birmingham Hammerfest Fueled by Gatorade Zero rolls into the Magic City Saint Patrick’s Day weekend, March 16-17.

This brand-new event brings professional and amateur cyclists together for an exciting weekend of FREE races, run and family-friendly activities.

Learn more.

Tour de Brewers XIV – St. Paddy’s Day Edition 2019

Date: March 16
Location: Tin Roof. 2709 7th Ave S., Birmingham, AL 35233
Time: 8:30AM-3:30PM
Price: $40
Register (Registration ends March 15, 12AM)

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Great fun in Five Points South in Birmingham. Photo via Five Points South website

Celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day, while support a good cause during the Tour de Brewers XIV. Supporting The Dannon Project, the Tour de Brewers XIV is roughly an 11K informal charity run/ride/brewery crawl.

Participants will receive a race bib with five vouchers—each good for a craft beer at designated brewery stops in around Birmingham. Stops/breweries participating in the event, include:

  • Avondale Brewing Co.
  • Back Forty Birmingham
  • Birmingham District Brewing
  • Cahaba Brewing Company
  • Ghost Train Brewing
  • Good People Brewing Company
  • Hop City Bham
  • Trim Tab Brewing Company

Race Schedule:

  • 8:30AM: Day-Of Registration and Packet Pickup
  • 11AM: Event begins
  • 3:30PM: Raffle

Five Points South St. Patrick’s Celebration

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The St. Patrick’s Day parade strolls through 5 Points South in Birmingham. Photo via Five Points South website

Irish Flag Raising & The Great Birmingham Irish Toast

Date: Thursday, March 14
Location: Chick-Fil-A flagpole in Five Points South. 2000 Highland Ave, Birmingham, AL 35205
Time: 5:30-6PM

Birmingham Irish Cultural Society Irish Dinner

Date: March 15
Location: Pine Tree Country Club. 5100 Pine Whispers Dr., Birmingham, Al 35210
Time: 7-10PM

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Enjoy the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Birmingham. Photo via Five Points South website

St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Date: March 16
Location: 5 Points South Birmingham. 1116 20th St. S., Birmingham, AL 35205
Time: 1:30PM
Line-Up Starts: 11AM. 2000 9th Ave S. (Southern Research Parking Lot)
Parking: $4 (day rate). 5 Points Parking Deck. 2012 Magnolia S.

St. Patrick’s Day at The LAB

Date: March 17
Location: The Lab Bar and Kitchen. 8-8 20th St. S., Birmingham, AL 35205
Time: 11AM
Tickets

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Bottoms up at The Lab Bar and Kitchen in Birmingham. Photo via The Lab Bar and Kitchen

If you haven’t been to The Lab Bar & Kitchen yet, Saint Patrick’s Day is a great time to go. They’ll be offering a festive menu of food and beverage specials that includes:

  • Flights of beer and whiskey
  • Lamb burgers
  • And more!

St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Bar Crawl

Date: March 17
Location: Birmingham Pedal Tours. 2201 2nd Ave S., Birmingham, AL 35233
Time: 12:45PM
Price: $25 per seat

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Want to be part of the annual Five Points South St. Patrick’s Day parade in Birmingham? You can! Just book a seat with Birmingham Pedal Tour and you’ll have the unique opportunity to be in the parade!

After the parade, participants will be provided bar crawl transportation to:

  • J. Clyde
  • 5 Points Public House
  • Dave’s Pub
  • Black Market Bar and Grill
  • Brennan’s Irish Pub

We’ll see you in the parade!

Saint Patrick’s Day 2-Day Celebration (Ceiluradh) at Brennan’s Irish Pub

Date: March 16-17
Location: Brennan’s Irish Pub. 1108 20th St. S., Birmingham, AL 35205
Time: 10AM-12PM
Price: Sat.–$10; Sun.–$5
VIP Tickets: $50 (to purchase, email brennansirishpubbham@gmail.com

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Big green fun is happening this Saint Patrick’s Day during Brennan’s Irish Pub’s two-day celebration. Along with being a prime spot to watch the Five Points South Parade, there will also be:

  • Food
  • Drink specials
  • Irish dancers
  • Musical performances
  • And lots of green!

For special treatment, opt for a VIP ticket that includes:

  • Entrance for Saturday and Sunday
  • VIP area with buffet (Sat.), private cash bar, private bathroom
  • One free drink
  • T-shirt and swag bag
  • 10% off Sun. morning brunch buffet

Luck of the Irish St. Patrick’s Day Shamble

Date: March 15
Location: Highland Park Golf. 3300 Highland Ave, Birmingham, AL 35205
Time: 1-7PM
Price: $300
Tickets

Feeling lucky? Then take to the tee during the Luck of the Irish Saint Patrick’s Day Shamble at Highland Park Golf.

Registration includes:

  • Greens/Cart Fee
  • Limited-edition tee gifts from Titleist and Callaway
  • Prizes and giveaways
  • Hole-in=one contests on every par 3
  • Light refreshments
  • Beer from Ghost Train Brewery

Brooks St. Patrick’s Day Demo Run

Where: The Trak Shak (Homewood). 4700 US-280, Birmingham, AL 35242
Date: March 13
Time: 5:30-7:30PM

In the mood for something different this Saint Patrick’s Day? I’ve got just the thing for you—the Brooks St. Patrick’s Day Demo Run.

During this fun night run, you’ll have the chance to test out some brand-new Brooks running shoes. There will also be plenty of festively green beer on tap and some exciting giveaways.

Be sure to wear your finest Saint Paddy’s Day outfit for a chance to win best costume. The winner gets a free pair of shoes!

St. Paddy’s Day Party with Sugar Face Band

Date: March 15
Location: Duckies Get Quacked. 441 Carson Rd. N., Birmingham, AL 35215
Time: 9PM-1AM

Adult beverages and some music therapy? Sounds like the perfect easy-going St. Patrick’s Day. On Friday, March 15, visit Duckies Get Quacked to hear Sugar Face Band—a five-piece classical rock, southern rock and country band.

St. Paddy’s Day at The Red Shamrock Pub

Date: March 16-18
Location: The Red Shamrock Pub. 42 Manning Pl, Birmingham, AL 35254
Time: 11AM-2AM
VIP Tickets: $30 (purchase at The Red Shamrock Pub)

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It wouldn’t be a Saint Patrick’s Day party without some time spent at The Red Shamrock Pub. Enjoy three levels, four bars and bands all day long! Plus, all the car bombs, Irish Whiskey and green beer you could want!

Want some VIP action? Head upstairs for:

  • A private bar
  • A private bathroom
  • Buffet
  • FREE Swag

Hoover Beef O Brady’s 9th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration

Date: March 16-17
Location: Beef’s At The Grove. 5519 Grove Blvd, Hoover, AL 35244
Time: 11AM-11PM
Price: $10

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For a weekend of music and more, join Beef O Brady’s in Hoover for their 9th annual St. Paddy’s Day celebration. Check out music from:

  • Sassy Brown
  • Mother May I
  • Natalie Brady
  • Robert Abernathy
  • Outshine

What other Saint Patrick’s Day events are happening in Birmingham? Let us know where to find the best green!

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