9 ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Birmingham
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Ready to wear your green and have a day of luck? We’ve got your guide to celebrating St. Patrick’s Day in Birmingham—read on for everything from outdoor events to delicious sweet treats.
Outdoor Events
1. ShamROCK at Cahaba Brewing Co., March 13
What better way to celebrate a day of luck than by enjoying beautiful weather and great brews? Head to ShamROCK at Cahaba Brewing Co. on Saturday, March 13 from 12PM-10PM.
You’ll be able to enjoy your favorite food trucks like Milo’s Burger Bus and Tamale Queen, plus live music.
- Where: 4500 5th Ave S Building C, Birmingham, AL 35222
- When: Saturday, March 13 12PM-10PM
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2. St. Patrick’s Chili Cook-Off at Interstellar Ginger Beer and Exploration Co., March 13
Delicious chili? Check. Unique ginger beer? Check. Live music? Check. This chili cook-off will really have it all. Head to Interstellar Ginger Beer and Exploration Co. on Saturday, March 13 to sample and vote for your favorite chili.
- Where: 260A Regency Park Drive, Alabaster, AL 35007
- When: Saturday, March 13 2PM-6PM
- Price: $5 to sample chili
- Website | Facebook
3. St. Patrick’s Day Brunch at Tin Roof, March 13 + 14
If your ideal way to celebrate a holiday involves brunch, head to Tin Roof on Saturday or Sunday. Enjoy drink specials ($3 mimosa, anyone?) along with live music. Plus, you can sit on the patio.
- Where: 2709 7th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233
- When: Saturday, March 13 and Sunday, March 14 11AM
- Website | Facebook
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4. St. Patty’s Day Celebration at Back Forty Beer Co., March 13 + 17
Get ready for a shamrockin’ good time at Back Forty Beer Co. On Saturday, March 13, they’ll serve their popular Dry Irish Stout, Emerald Mile, with Irish bands playing virtually all day.
Head back on St. Patrick’s Day, March 17th for Emerald Mile on tap.
- Where: 3201 1st Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35222
- When: March 13 11AM-10PM; March 17 11AM-9PM
- Website | Facebook
5. St. Patrick’s Day Party at Ghost Train Brewing Co., March 17
Make sure you’re wearing your favorite shade of green, then head to Ghost Train for a fun event on St. Patrick’s Day. They’ll be serving up green beer, green jello shots, delicious food from Porky’s Pride and more.
6. St. Patrick’s Day Specials at Habitat Feed & Social, March 17
Even if you aren’t feeling lucky, you can feel full after a delicious meal from Habitat Feed and Social. Head to their gorgeous rooftop for drink specials to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Birmingham in style.
Food and Drinks
7. Matcha Latte, Birmingham Coffee Shops
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Looking for a green drink that’s perfect for a mid-work break? Try a matcha latte from one of Birmingham’s coffee shops. Bonus—no need to wear green if you keep your drink with you.
8. St. Patrick’s Day Cookies, Crafted by Georgie
Need a good luck charm for St. Patrick’s Day? Look no further than cookies that are just as delicious as they are beautiful. You can order homemade cookies from a local Bham maker, Crafted by Georgie, for a sweet treat that will have your friends green with envy.
The hazelnut espresso cookies have coffee royal icing and are decorated perfectly for St. Patty’s Day. Order a dozen for $30 or a half dozen for $15 and enjoy contactless pickup on Monday, March 15 to Tuesday, March 16.
- When: Cookies will be available for pickup on Monday, March 15 and Tuesday, March 16
- Where: Maker will message address
9. Key Lime Pound Cake, Emily’s Heirloom Pound Cakes
Looking for a green sweet treat that’s as refreshing as this weather? Try out Emily’s Heirloom Pound Cakes flavor of the month, key lime. You have different options for shopping, including online ordering and pickup or their kiosk in the food court at the Grand River Outlet.
How are you celebrating St. Patty’s Day this year? Tag us on @BhamNow on social to let us know.
