
Ocean City St. Patrick’s 2026: Your Ultimate Pot of Gold Guide!
Get ready to paint the town green! From the legendary parade to waterfront feasts and live music, here is your curated guide to 50 ways to celebrate St. Paddy’s 2026 in and around Ocean City.
The Main Event: Parade & Festival (Saturday, March 14)
The Grand Procession: Watch the St. Patrick’s Day Parade kick off at 12:00 PM on 61st Street, marching south along Coastal Highway.
Grand Marshal Greeting: Cheer on Greg Shockley, owner of Shenanigan’s, as he leads the 2026 celebration.
Irish Festival Fun: After the parade, head to the 45th Street Village Shopping Center (11:00 AM – 3:00 PM) for the official festival.
Live Dancers: Experience traditional Irish dancing at the 45th Street festival grounds.
Authentic Tunes: Catch the Pat O’Brennan Trio performing live at the festival.
DIAC Apparel: Grab exclusive 2026 Delmarva Irish-American Club (DIAC) Irish apparel at the shopping center.
Fuel Your Festivities: Food & Drink Specials
Seacrets Irish Brunch: Enjoy an Irish brunch buffet and open bar at Area 51 (3rd Floor Atlantic Beverage Center) for $75.
Ropewalk Irish Egg Rolls: Try these unique fusion snacks available March 11–13 and on the 17th.
Corned Beef & Cabbage: Feast on the holiday classic at Ropewalk OC or Pickles Pub.
Harpoon Hanna’s Feast: Grab a traditional Irish meal for $9.99 in the bar area.
Pickles Car Bombs: Sip on holiday favorites like the "Frosty Irishman" or an Irish Car Bomb at Pickles Pub.
Greene Turtle Deals: Visit between March 15–17 for $11 corned beef and cabbage or $10 fish and chips.
Yacht Club Boxty: Savor shareable boxty appetizers at the Ocean Pines Yacht Club.
Guinness Beef Stew: Warm up with hearty stew at the Yacht Club on March 13–14.
Shepherd’s Pie: Order this traditional staple at Pickles Pub all weekend long.
Green YC Lager: Drink festive green drafts at the Yacht Club.
Black and Tans: Find $5.50 Black and Tans at the Original Greene Turtle.
Longboard Specials: Don't miss dedicated food and drink features (reservations recommended).
Dry 85 Drink Specials: Stop by 48th Street for Irish-themed beverages during the parade.
Craft Bar Deals: Visit 23rd Street for special holiday offers.
Live Music & Nightlife
Irie-ish Music Fest: Dance from noon to 10:00 PM at Seacrets with a lineup of live bands.
Crawl Street Tavern Party: Party with 3 DJs and nonstop music from 1:00 PM to midnight.
OC Pipes & Drums: Catch the pipe band at the Ocean Pines Yacht Club on Friday, March 13 at 6:00 PM.
Stingray Steve: Enjoy live music in the Yacht Club Dining Room on Saturday from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
James Gallagher & Off the Boat: See this high-energy Irish band at Shenanigan’s.
Beach Barrels Live Music: Visit North OC for live bands and happy hour specials all weekend.
The Angler Vibes: Relax with live music and happy hour (3:00 PM – 6:00 PM) at The Angler Restaurant.
Macky’s Weekend Party: Celebrate at Macky’s Bayside Bar & Grill starting Friday at 3:00 PM.
Bar Crawl Friday: Kick off the weekend with the Friday night crawl at 7:30 PM.
Bar Crawl Saturday: Join hundreds of revelers for a "stacked" Saturday night out with no covers.
Goolee's Drag Brunch: Head to Goolee’s Grille on Sunday, March 15 for a festive brunch.
Jimmy Charles Celebration: Catch Jimmy Charles live at Bourbon Street on the Beach on March 17.
Active & Competitive Events
Boardwalk 5K: Start your Saturday at 9:00 AM with the St. Patrick’s Day 5K beginning at 4th Street.
St. Patrick’s Soccer Tournament: Visit Northside Park on March 14–15 to watch over 150 teams compete.
Irish Scramble: Golfers can join the 4-player scramble at Eagle’s Landing on March 12.
Costume Contest: Compete for a special giveaway at the Yacht Club’s Saturday evening costume contest.
Green Beer Races: Check out the annual races at the Eastport Democratic Club for a unique athletic twist.
Family Fun & Community Culture
Library Storytime: Bring the little ones (ages 2–5) to the Ocean Pines Library on March 12 for songs and crafts.
Mario Scavenger Hunt: Help find Mario at the library and solve riddles for treasure box prizes.
Leprechaun Hunt: Join the South Coastal Library in Bethany Beach for a children's scavenger hunt (March 2–17).
Celtic Music Concert: Enjoy free harp and tin whistle tunes at the South Coastal Library on March 13.
OC Scavenger Hunt: Use a digital app to complete "wacky challenges" across the city.
Button Bracelets: Adults can register for a one-of-a-kind craft session at the library on March 12.
Boardwalk Biking: Enjoy a leisurely morning ride along the 3-mile boardwalk.
St. Patrick’s Cooking Class: Learn to cook traditional Irish dishes on March 17.
Beyond the Boards: Regional Gems
Survive the Shenanigans Sunday: Recover at Burley Oak Brewing in Berlin with a Bloody Mary bar and cinnamon rolls.
Live Music by Joe Hickey: Relax in Berlin on Sunday with acoustic vibes from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
Crooked Hammock Beer Release: Head to Lewes for two special holiday beer releases and family activities.
Pooch Costume Contest: Dress up your dog for the "Best Dressed Pooch" contest during the Green Beer Races.
Vintage & Vinyl Preview: Take a break from the green and browse vendors in Berlin for a pre-event spring celebration.
Pro Logistical Tips: Avoid the traffic! Park at the 94th Street lot or the West Ocean City Park and Ride and take the shuttle or bus into town. Dress warmly, as temperatures are expected to range between 33 and 57 degrees throughout the week.Quick honest moment.. This week was a rollercoaster. One day I was in flow, the next I was rewriting our messaging. That’s the reality of building something of your own. One thing became clear though: Instagram Stories are doing more for us than we realized. If yours feel random or rushed, here are 3 simple ways to make them work harder.
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