Your Guide to Celebrating St. Patrick's Day in Tampa


With St. Patrick's Day just around the corner, there will be festive events across the nation. At Mallory Square, opportunities for celebration surround us!
St. Patrick's Day has a long history - in Ireland, the United States, and beyond. Historically, this day recognizes the patron saint of Ireland for his good deeds. In contrast, modern St. Patrick's Day events typically focus on Irish heritage and pride as a whole.
The United States is always heavily involved in the celebration of this holiday. Historians say the first St. Patty's Day parade actually took place in North America.
Today, celebrating St. Patrick's Day takes a lot of forms. Parades are still a classic choice, but bar crawls, restaurant specials, and block parties are also popular. No matter your style, you can find a way to partake in the festivities.
We love the flexibility and convenience that living in a Florida apartment community gives us. The best that Tampa has to offer surrounds our residents. While Florida may not be the first place you think of when St. Patrick's Day comes around, there are some great community events!
So, wear some green and check out the festivities going on in the Tampa community!

St. Patrick's Day Events in Tampa, and More!


Parades are the classic St. Patty's Day event, and the Tampa Rough Riders Parade is just around the corner. On March 16th, head to Downtown Tampa at 5pm for a family-friendly parade!
Did you know that every year the Hillsborough River is transformed into a bright shade of green? Take part in the festivities on March 16th from 11am – 6pm at the River O’ Green festival. With live music, activities, food trucks, and of course, green beer, this event is sure to be a great time for the whole family, and this event is free to attend!
Irish Food and Drinks are must haves on St. Patrick's Day. You can't miss some annual classics like corned beef, cabbage, and beer. The options are endless each year; therefore, we'll just highlight a few tasty options.
Looking for great drinks and great company? Head over to Tampa’s 7th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Brunch and Bar Crawl on March 17th for delicious Irish food, and bottomless mimosas, be sure to get your tickets, this event is sure to sell out!
To keep things more lowkey, there are numerous restaurants that will be running specials or featuring cultural food. Check out some of our community’s local favorites such as James Joyce Irish Pub & Eatery, Maloney’s Local Irish Pub Downtown, and The Wexford Irish Pub & Grille.

Celebrate From Home

Since March 17th is a Sunday, a lot of the festivities are on Friday and Saturday. Hosting a get together on the actual day may prove entertaining.
In our community, St. Patrick's Day celebrations are welcome. For specific guidelines or available spaces, reach out to our team! We would love to see how creative our residents can get.
Here's just a couple ideas that could work in your apartment home this St. Patty's Day:
For something more family friendly, potluck-styled Irish food could be a hit. Corned beef and cabbage are classics; however, there are other great Irish dishes. When in doubt, green colored sweet treats are always popular.
Party games are also a way to stay more tame - or go crazy. For more of a challenge, try bringing an Irish twist to existing party games!
Cocktails are a fun way to play into the green theme too. While beer is the typical choice, hosting a house party leaves room for creativity. "Lucky" cocktails or green mocktails sound delicious!

Celebrating March 17, 2024
Ultimately, there is a plethora of ways to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. We highlighted a handful but look into some more options if nothing sounds like the perfect fit!
No matter your interests, you can find or create a celebration that fits your preferences.