You’re invited to the St. Patrick’s Association’s Wearing of the Green Gala & Fundraiser!

Join us in your best formal green attire for an afternoon filled with great food (catered by Pillbox Tavern), drinks, a silent auction, and other fundraising games.

All proceeds go towards local charities and funding the greatest St. Patrick's Day Parade in the nation.

• 5:00-6:00: Shamrock’s 

• 6:00-7:00: Emmett’s

• 7:00-8:00: Half Time Rec

• 8:00-9:00: O’Shaughnessy

• 9:00-10:00: Dubliner

Look out for us at the locations above—we’ll be out selling our exclusive commemorative buttons for just $5 each! Not only will you score a must-have collector’s item, but you’ll also be showing your support for our Association and the parade. And here’s the best part—every button you buy gives you a shot at winning $1,500! Don’t miss out!

The schedule is subject to change. Follow us on Facebook for live updates.

• 6:00-7:00: Alary’s

• 7:00-8:00: Pillbox Tavern

• 8:00-9:00: Mancini’s

• 9:00-10:00: Bennett’s

Look out for us at the locations above—we’ll be out selling our exclusive commemorative buttons for just $5 each! Not only will you score a must-have collector’s item, but you’ll also be showing your support for our Association and the parade. And here’s the best part—every button you buy gives you a shot at winning $1,500! Don’t miss out!

The schedule is subject to change. Follow us on Facebook for live updates.

• 6:00-7:00: Skinner’s

• 7:00-8:00: Bay Street & Burger Dive

• 8:00-9:00: Pauly’s

• 9:00-10:00: Tiff’s

Look out for us at the locations above—we’ll be out selling our exclusive commemorative buttons for just $5 each! Not only will you score a must-have collector’s item, but you’ll also be showing your support for our Association and the parade. And here’s the best part—every button you buy gives you a shot at winning $1,500! Don’t miss out!

The schedule is subject to change. Follow us on Facebook for live updates.

• 6:00-7:00: Kieran’s

• 7:00-8:30: O’Donovan’s
  (Don’t miss St. Paul’s Miss Shamrock vs Minneapolis’ Ms. Blarney compete to pour a perfect pint of Guinness)

• 9:00-10:00: Dubliner

Look out for us at the locations above—we’ll be out selling our exclusive commemorative buttons for just $5 each! Not only will you score a must-have collector’s item, but you’ll also be showing your support for our Association and the parade. And here’s the best part—every button you buy gives you a shot at winning $1,500! Don’t miss out!

The schedule is subject to change. Follow us on Facebook for live updates.

• 5:15-6:00: O’Malley’s Irish Pub (Woodbury)

• 6:15-7:30: Wild Boar & Sergeant Peppers (Oakdale)

• 8:00-9:00: Lumberjack Lodge (Stillwater)

• 9:00-10:00: Brian’s B ar & Grill (Stillwater)

Look out for us at the locations above—we’ll be out selling our exclusive commemorative buttons for just $5 each! Not only will you score a must-have collector’s item, but you’ll also be showing your support for our Association and the parade. And here’s the best part—every button you buy gives you a shot at winning $1,500! Don’t miss out!

The schedule is subject to change. Follow us on Facebook for live updates.

• 6:00-7:00: Alary’s

• 7:00-8:00: Pillbox Tavern

• 8:00-9:00: Shamrock’s

• 9:00-10:00: Joe & Stan’s

Look out for us at the locations above—we’ll be out selling our exclusive commemorative buttons for just $5 each! Not only will you score a must-have collector’s item, but you’ll also be showing your support for our Association and the parade. And here’s the best part—every button you buy gives you a shot at winning $1,500! Don’t miss out!

The schedule is subject to change. Follow us on Facebook for live updates.

• 5:00-6:00: Bennett’s

• 6:00-7:00: Shamrocks

• 7:00-8:00: Grand 7

• 8:00-9:00: Wild Bills

• 9:00-10:00: Tom Reids

Look out for us at the locations above—we’ll be out selling our exclusive commemorative buttons for just $5 each! Not only will you score a must-have collector’s item, but you’ll also be showing your support for our Association and the parade. And here’s the best part—every button you buy gives you a shot at winning $1,500! Don’t miss out!

The schedule is subject to change. Follow us on Facebook for live updates.

• 6:00-7:00: Bennett’s

• 7:00-8:00: Pauly’s

• 8:00-9:00: Emmett’s

• 9:00-10:00: JR Mac’s

Look out for us at the locations above—we’ll be out selling our exclusive commemorative buttons for just $5 each! Not only will you score a must-have collector’s item, but you’ll also be showing your support for our Association and the parade. And here’s the best part—every button you buy gives you a shot at winning $1,500! Don’t miss out!

The schedule is subject to change. Follow us on Facebook for live updates.

Kick off the St. Patrick’s Day season with us at our annual Big Button Reveal and Auction, hosted at the Pillbox Tavern. Don’t miss your chance to be the first to see this year’s Commemorative St. Patrick’s Day Parade Button and bid on tons of great items, including the BIG button!

All proceeds go to funding the St Patrick's Day Parade and local charities.

Private event to welcome the 2025 Shamrock Princesses

Last day to apply to be Miss Shamrock 2025!

The St. Patrick’s Association’s Ballpark Hooley (Sponsored by Guinness) is back again this year! Join us after the parade for live music, dancing, and CHS Field Concourse Beer Specials & Food.

General Admission: $5 in advance | $10 at the door | Free for children under 5 years old
VIP Luncheon: $50 (Lunch & General Admission included. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Learn more below.)

Looking for a more deluxe experience? Then grab a ticket for the Hooley’s VIP Luncheon in the heated Securian Financial Club overlooking CHS Field. Enjoy a delicious Irish buffet lunch and cash bar with St. Paul's Irish royalty. General Admission to the Hooley included.

All proceeds from ticket sales go towards funding future St. Patrick’s Day parades and local charities.

Looking for some family fun before the parade? Check out Irish Arts MN’s St. Patrick’s Day Irish Celebration at the Landmark Center!

This great event is fun for the whole family and features Celtic music, dancing, and authentic vendors. The fun starts at 9 am.Click here to learn more.

Join us downtown St. Paul on Saturday, March 16th, 2024, starting at noon for the greatest St. Patrick’s Day Parade in the nation! The parade will begin at Rice Park, travel down 5th St. E, and end at Mears Park.

Learn more about the parade, like where to park and why it is on the 16th this year, on our FAQ page.

Join us afterwards at the Ballpark Hooley - Presented by Guinness. Tickets on sale now!

Looking for some family fun before the parade? Check out Irish Arts MN’s St. Patrick’s Day Irish Celebration at the Landmark Center!

This great event is fun for the whole family and features Celtic music, dancing, and authentic vendors. The fun starts at 9 am.Click here to learn more.

In this competition, the worst is the best! Get your Ire up, sing your lungs out and win trophies, prizes and big-time bragging rights!

Join us as we crown Miss Shamrock 2024, the Queen of the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in St. Paul. We’ll be celebrating with bagpipers, Irish dancers, St. Paul’s Irish dignitaries, and so much more!

Doors open at 5pm
Program begins at 6:30pm

Special thanks to Lake Floral Gifts and Garden for providing the beautiful flowers.

6:00-7:00: Pauly’s Bar and Grill
Featuring the 2024 Guinness Perfect Pour Competitions between St. Paul’s Miss Shamrock 2023 & Minneapolis’ Co-Miss Blarneys 2023

7:00-8:00: Emmett’s Public House

8:00-9:00: Shamrock’s

9:00-10:00: Joe & Stan’s

You’ll catch us out selling our commemorative buttons for $5 each at the locations above. Besides getting a really cool and highly sought-after collector’s item, purchasing our button shows your support for our Association and the parade. Each button you buy also comes with a chance to enter a drawing to win $1,500!

Schedule is subject to change. Follow up on Facebook for live updates.

6:00-7:00: St. Paul Brewery

7:00-8:00: Bad Weather Brewing Company

8:00-9:00: BlackStack Brewing

9:00-10:00: The Dubliner Pub

You’ll catch us out selling our commemorative buttons for $5 each at the locations above. Besides getting a really cool and highly sought-after collector’s item, purchasing our button shows your support for our Association and the parade. Each button you buy also comes with a chance to enter a drawing to win $1,500!

Schedule is subject to change. Follow up on Facebook for live updates.

You are invited to the St. Patrick's Association of St. Paul's annual Wearing of the Green: Formal Dinner and Fundraiser, Presented by Blaze Credit Union. Come enjoy a night of great Irish cheer featuring O'Shea Irish dancers, music by Gus the Bard, a silent auction, a raffle, and more!

Advanced Ticket Sales are now closed. Very limited tickets will be available at the door.

Social Hour begins at 4:30 pm
We can't wait to see you there in your best semi-formal Irish attire!

All proceeds go towards local charities and funding the greatest St. Patrick's Day Parade in the nation, taking place on March 16th at noon in downtown Saint Paul.

6:00-7:00: Village Inn Bar and Grill

7:00-8:00: Lucky Guys Distillery

8:00-9:00: Smilin Moose Lodge Bar & Grill

9:00-10:00: Bennett's Chop & Railhouse - Hudson

You’ll catch us out selling our commemorative buttons for $5 each at the locations above. Besides getting a really cool and highly sought-after collector’s item, purchasing our button shows your support for our Association and the parade. Each button you buy also comes with a chance to enter a drawing to win $1,500!

Schedule is subject to change. Follow up on Facebook for live updates.

6:00-7:00: Bennett’s Chop and Railhouse in St Paul

7:00-8:00: Mancini’s Char House

8:00-9:00: JR Macs Bar & Grill

9:00-10:00: Joe and Stans

You’ll catch us out selling our commemorative buttons for $5 each at the locations above. Besides getting a really cool and highly sought-after collector’s item, purchasing our button shows your support for our Association and the parade. Each button you buy also comes with a chance to enter a drawing to win $1,500!

Schedule is subject to change. Follow up onFacebookfor live updates.

5:00-6:00: Shamrocks

6:00-7:00: Pauly’s Pub and Grill

7:00-8:00: Half Time Rec

8:00-9:00: O’Shaughnessy Distilling Co.

9:00-10:00: The Dubliner Pub

You’ll catch us out selling our commemorative buttons for $5 each at the locations above. Besides getting a really cool and highly sought-after collector’s item, purchasing our button shows your support for our Association and the parade. Each button you buy also comes with a chance to enter a drawing to win $1,500!

Schedule is subject to change. Follow up onFacebookfor live updates.

6:00-7:00: Quinny’s Sports Pub and Grill

7:00-8:00: Manitou Bar and Kitchen

8:00-9:00: Little Village Pub

9:00-10:00: Jimmy’s Food and Drink- Vadnais Heights

You’ll catch us out selling our commemorative buttons for $5 each at the locations above. Besides getting a really cool and highly sought-after collector’s item, purchasing our button shows your support for our Association and the parade. Each button you buy also comes with a chance to enter a drawing to win $1,500.

Schedule is subject to change. Follow up onFacebookfor live updates.

5:00-6:00: Bennett’s Chop and Railhouse in St Paul

6:00-7:00: Shamrocks

7:00-7:30: Grand 7 Saloon

7:30-8:30: 7th Street Truck Park and New Bohemia- St Paul

8:30-9:30: Wild Bill’s Sports Saloon- St Paul

9:30-10:30: Tom Reid's Hockey City Pub

You’ll catch us out selling our commemorative buttons for $5 each at the locations above. Besides getting a really cool and highly sought-after collector’s item, purchasing our button shows your support for our Association and the parade. Each button you buy also comes with a chance to enter a drawing to win $1,500!

Schedule is subject to change. Follow up onFacebookfor live updates.

6:00-7:00: Pauly’s Pub and Grill

7:00-8:00: Emmett’s Public House

8:00-9:00: Saint Paul Curling Club

9:00-10:00: Handsome Hog

You’ll catch us out selling our commemorative buttons for $5 each at the locations above. Besides getting a really cool and highly sought-after collector’s item, purchasing our button shows your support for our Association and the parade. Each button you buy also comes with a chance to enter a drawing to win $1,500!

Schedule is subject to change. Follow up on Facebook for live updates.

Kick off the St. Patrick’s Day season with us at our annual Big Button Reveal and Auction, where we will unveil St. Paul’s 2024 Commemorative St. Patrick’s Day Parade Button!

There will be tons of Irish cheer, a $20 wine pull, and plenty of great items to bid on, including the coveted Big Button!

Social Hour starts at 6 pm, and the auction begins at 7 pm.

All proceeds go to funding the St Patrick's Day Parade and local charities.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Are you outgoing? A wee bit Irish? 21+ years old? And looking to give back to your community? Yes, then apply to be Miss Shamrock!

Each year the St. Patrick’s Association invites Irish women 21 and over to join the sisterhood of Shamrock Princesses and run to be Miss Shamrock, our Queen of Green and our annual Association representative. Miss Shamrock is an ambassador and representative of St. Paul’s Irish community and culture. She is someone who is excited to experience all that it means to be Irish and shares it with those around her.