When St. Patrick’s Day rolls around, everyone is Irish for the day and there are plenty of places to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in NJ! Whether you’re craving corned beef and cabbage, a perfectly poured pint of Guinness, or a lively pub filled with music and merriment, New Jersey has no shortage of places to celebrate. From cozy Irish taverns to bustling waterfront restaurants, the Garden State is brimming with St. Paddy’s Day spirit.
This is an ongoing list of St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in New Jersey. If you have an event to add, please contact us at info@JerseyBites.com.
New Jersey St. Patrick’s Day Parades 2025
- Atlantic City St. Patrick’s Day Parade
- Date: March 8, 2025
- Location: Atlantic City Boardwalk
- Details: A lively parade along the historic boardwalk featuring floats and entertainment.
- More Info: acstpatricksdayparade.com
- Asbury Park St. Patrick’s Day Parade
- Date: March 9, 2025, at 1:00 PM
- Location: Begins at 5th Avenue and Ocean Avenue
- Details: Features marching bands, floats, and local performers.
- More Info: asburyparkstpatricksparade.com
- Belmar/Lake Como St. Patrick’s Day Parade
- Date: March 2, 2025, at 12:30 PM
- Location: Main Street, Belmar
- Details: Celebrating its 52nd anniversary with a massive procession through Belmar and Lake Como.
- More Info: belmarparade.com
- Bergen County St. Patrick’s Day Parade
- Date: March 16, 2025, at 2:00 PM
- Location: Washington Avenue, Bergenfield
- Details: A parade honoring the culture and spirit of Ireland with pipe bands, Irish dancers, and entertainment.
- More Info: www.bergencountyirish.org/bergen-county-st-patricks-day-parade
- Edison St. Patrick’s Day Block Party
- Date: March 15, 2025
- Location: Old Stewarts Lot, 922 Amoby Avenue
- Details: Live Irish music, dance, food vendors, arts and crafts, beer garden, leprechaun costume contest
- More Info: www.edisonnj.gov
- Gloucester County St. Patrick’s Parade
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- Date: March 2, 2025, at 1:00 PM
- Location: Gloucester City
- Details: Features bands, bagpipers, and Irish dancers along Monmouth Street.
- More Info: www.irishnj.com/annualparade
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- Hackettstown St. Patrick’s Day Parade
- Date: March 9, 2025, at 3:30 PM
- Location: Hackettstown
- Details: Features Irish dancers, bands, bagpipers, and a pet costume contest.
- More Info: hackettstownbid.com/bid-happenings/st-patricks-day/
- Highlands Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade
- Date: March 22, 2025, at 2:00 PM
- Location: Huddy Park, Bay Avenue, Highlands
- Details: Features decorated floats, pipe and drum bands, and Irish dancers.
- More Info: www.highlandsnj.com/Special_Events/St_Patricks_Day_Parade/St_Patricks_Day_Parade-page.shtml
- Hunterdon County Irish Festival
- Date: March 14–16, 2025 (Various Event Times)
- Location: Clinton, Red Mill Museum Village
- Details: A weekend-long celebration hosted by the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick.
- More Info: fssphunterdon.com/events
- Mount Holly St. Patrick’s Parade
- Date: March 1, 2025, at 1:00 PM
- Location: High Street, Mount Holly
- Details: A vibrant parade with performances and festive floats.
- More Info: www.mounthollyparade.com/parade
- Morristown St. Patrick’s Day Parade
- Date: March 15, 2025, at Noon
- Location: 200 South Street, Morristown
- Details: A parade celebrating Irish heritage and community pride.
- More Info: www.paradeday.com
- Mount Holly St. Patrick’s Parade
- Date: March 1, 2025, at 1:00 PM
- Location: High Street, Mount Holly
- Details: A vibrant parade with energetic performances and festive floats.
- More Info: www.mounthollyparade.com
- Newark St. Patrick’s Day Parade
- Date: March 14, 2025, at 1:00 PM
- Location: Newark
- Details: Features bagpipers, dancers, and a procession of cultural and community groups celebrating Irish heritage.
- More Info: newarkstpatricksdayparade.org
- Nutley St. Patrick’s Day Parade
- Date: March 1, 2025, at 1:00 PM
- Location: Nutley
- Details: The 46th annual parade celebrating Irish heritage.
- More Info: www.nutleyirish.com
- Ocean County St. Patrick’s Day Parade
- Date: March 8, 2025, at Noon
- Location: Seaside Heights
- Details: A parade with marching bands, bagpipes, Irish dancing, and more.
- More Info: www.ocstpatricksdayparade.com
- Seaside Heights St. Patrick’s Day Parade
- Date: March 8, 2025
- Location: 101 Boulevard, Seaside Heights
- Details: Features marching bands, bagpipes, Irish dancing, and more.
- More Info: www.ocstpatricksdayparade.com
- Somerville St. Patrick’s Day Parade
- Date: March 16, 2025, at 1:30 PM
- Location: Somerville
- Details: One of the biggest and best St. Patrick’s Day parades in the U.S.
- More Info: www.somervillesaintpatricksparade.com
- Vagabond Kitchen & Tap House St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl
- Date: March 15, 2025, at 11:00 AM
- Location: Atlantic City
- Details: A festive St. Patrick’s Day pub crawl hosted by Vagabond Kitchen & Tap House.
- More Info: www.eventbrite.com
- Wildwood St. Patrick’s Day Celebration & Parade
- Date: March 15, 2025
- Location: North Wildwood
- Details: Starts with Mass at St. Ann Church, followed by a ceremony at North Wildwood City Hall and a parade.
- More Info: wildwoodsnj.com
Restaurants Hosting St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations in NJ
New Jersey offers a variety of special St. Patrick’s Day celebrations at restaurants and pubs across the state. Here are some notable venues hosting events in 2025.
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Anglesea Pub (North Wildwood) – Celebrating St. Patrick’s Weekend from March 14-16 with live entertainment and an authentic Irish pub ambiance.
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Bar 32 (Atlantic City) – Celebrate March 8 (AC Parade) & March 17 with Irish cream shots, spiked hot chocolate, boozy milkshakes, & pistachio cake.
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Byrdcage (Atlantic City) – LGBTQ+ inclusive party on March 17 with corned beef, shepherd’s pie, drink specials, & live entertainment (TBA). Complimentary parking!
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Coastal Blue Oceanside Bar & Grill (Wildwood Crest) – Hosting a St. Paddy’s Irish Weekend on March 15-16, featuring food specials like Corned Beef and Cabbage Spring Rolls, Brats and a Beer, and Irish Potato Soup from noon to 8:00 PM.
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Hailey’s Harp and Pub (Metuchen) – Known for its lively St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, offering traditional Irish fare and drinks.
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Heights 27 (Spring Lake Heights) – The place to be before & after the Belmar Parade on March 3! Enjoy a great tap list, live music by Liam Davis Duo, plus Irish food & drink specials.
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Kelly’s Tavern (Neptune City) – A Jersey Shore staple, offering a festive atmosphere with Irish food and drink specials.
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Landmark Americana (Glassboro) – Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day weekend at Landmark Americana from March 15th-17th! Enjoy Irish-themed food and drink specials, DJs, and a special guest appearance from Patrick the Leprechaun on both Saturday and Sunday!
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Maloney’s Pub & Grill (Matawan) – Features an extensive beer selection and special menus for St. Patrick’s Day festivities.
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Sinner’s Seafood & Steakhouse (Point Pleasant Beach) – Celebrate March 14-16 with live music, Irish dancers, bagpipers, face painting, food & drink specials, and giveaways, including a $350 grand prize.
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Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall (Atlantic City) – On March 8, enjoy a full bar, Irish coffees, boozy hot chocolate, DJ, & specials. First 40 to arrive at 9 AM for the parade get a T-shirt & beanie!
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The Dublin House (Red Bank) – Celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with live music and traditional Irish dishes in a historic setting.
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The Hudson Rose (Nutley) – On March 1, enjoy Irish food specials & bottomless brunch downstairs, then head upstairs for a lively, no-cover St. Patrick’s Day party!
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The Roost (Egg Harbor Township) – Guinness Beef Stew, Sticky Guinness Wings, live music Fridays, Dueling Pianos March 29, trivia, music bingo, Irish cocktails, & tap specials.
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Vagabond Kitchen & Tap House (Atlantic City) – Hosting a St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl on March 15, starting at 11:00 AM.
- The Village Pub (Washington Township) – Join the Shamrocks & Shenanigans celebrations at The Village Pub from March 15th-17th! Enjoy Irish-themed food and drink specials, epic bands, DJs, and non-stop fun all weekend long—plus, a special guest appearance from Patrick the Leprechaun on both Saturday and Sunday!
🍀These establishments offer a range of festivities to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in NJ. Be sure to check their official websites or contact them directly for the most current information and any updates.