Spring is in the air in South Central Wisconsin, and St. Patrick's Day tends to feel like an unofficial beginning to the season in this part of the world. With St. Patrick's Day coming up on March 17, 2026, here are some ways to celebrate in the Madison area.

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day 2026 in Madison, WI

If you're looking for a chance to have a good time on St. Patrick's Day, you'll find no shortage of opportunities to do so in Madison. From parties and pub crawls to parades and 5ks, these are the most exciting St. Patrick's Day events near these Madison homes for sale.

Irish Whiskey Happy Hour - Middleton, WI

Address: 6712 Frank Lloyd Wright Ave., Middleton, WI 53562

Located in the charming Madison suburb of Middleton, the warm and welcoming Craftsman Table & Tap is a venerable bar and grill serving hearty, rustic pub fare and craft beer. On Friday, March 13, they're kicking off their slate of St. Patrick's Day weekend events with an Irish Whiskey Happy Hour, including a memorable bag piper performance. The pub will also be serving a special menu, including corned beef and cabbage, and shepherd's pie.

Madison Shamrock Shuffle - Madison, WI

Address: 600 State St., Madison, WI 53703

Start the morning of Saturday, March 14, with the Madison Shamrock Shuffle, a local tradition. Kicking off on the 600 block of State Street in the heart of Downtown Madison, the Shamrock Shuffle includes a timed 10K, timed 5K, untimed 5K walk, and—new this year—an untimed 10K bike ride. Participants are encouraged to dress in their best St. Patrick's Day finery, and proceeds from the event benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Dane County.

Lucky's St. Patrick's Day Bar Crawl - Madison, WI

Address: 222 W. Gorham St., Madison, WI 53703

The ultimate St. Paddy's bar crawl in Madison, Lucky's St. Patrick's Day Bar Crawl gets rolling at 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 14, with check-in at the Red Rock Saloon on Gorham Street. From there, the bar-hopping fun continues all evening until midnight, with crawlers-only drink specials at eight-plus participating venues, and complimentary drinks at various stops included in your ticket price. 

Cave After Dark St. Paddy's Celebration - Blue Mounds, WI

Address: 2975 Cave of the Mounds Rd., Blue Mounds, WI 53517

Located just outside the village of Mount Horeb, Cave of the Mounds is a stunning underground natural feature. These limestone caves feature rooms up to two stories tall and are home to some of the Midwest's oldest cave formations. On Saturday, March 14, Cave of the Mounds hosts the annual Cave After Dark Presents: St. Paddy's Day Celebration from 7 to 9 p.m. Featuring glowing cave tours, festive drinks, and light snacks, accompanied by traditional Irish fiddle music, this adults-only event offers an opportunity to explore the cave's natural beauty in a lively St. Patty's atmosphere.

26th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade - Madison, WI

Address: 2 E. Main St., Madison, WI 53703

Now in its 26th year, the Annual Madison St. Patrick's Day Parade is a beloved tradition, and this year's event is scheduled for 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 15. The parade will circle Madison's beautiful Capitol Square, offering ample viewing of the always-festive floats, live bands, and costumes. 

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