
St. Patrick's Day is coming up on Friday, March 17, 2023. What better reason to go out with your friends, drink some green beer, and maybe even race around the Sarasota area? If you're in the Sarasota area, there are some fun St. Patrick's Day events you may want to attend. Here are a couple of festivals and celebrations our real estate agents recommend.
- Wellen Park St. Patrick's Day Half Marathon & 5K: 19745 Wellen Pk. Blvd., Venice, FL 34293
If you feel like being active for St. Patrick's Day, consider running the Wellen Park St. Patrick's Day Half Marathon or 5K on March 19. Both races weave through downtown Venice. Proceeds from this race benefit Girls on the Run, an organization that helps guide young girls toward a healthy, active lifestyle. Spend the morning running, then look at some Venice homes for sale.
- St. Paddy Shamrock Crawl: 1888 Main St., Sarasota, FL 34236
If you're in the mood for a bar crawl, the 2nd Annual St. Paddy Shamrock Crawl is a great one to attend. It begins at Raffurty's Bar & Grill on Main Street and winds through downtown Sarasota. Tickets are $17.99 per person.
This event is open to adults ages 21 and up. Show up at Raffurty's between 5:00 and 7:00 pm, buy your ticket, and get ready for a fun night. Stops include The Office, Evie's Tavern, and Pizza & Brew.
- 22nd Annual Clancy's St. Paddy's Day Bash: 6218 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34210
You can always find a great meal at Clancy's Irish Pub & Grill and if you want a memorable meal along with your St. Patrick's Day celebrations, this is the place to go. For their 22nd St. Paddy's Day Bash on 3/17, multiple performers will take the stage throughout the day and you'll have plenty of Irish dishes to pair with your beer. This includes Irish favorites like Shepherd's Pie and Irish Coffee.
- Lucky Leprechaun 5K: 5851 Nathan Benderson Circle, Sarasota, FL 34235
Looking for another festive run to add to your weekend? Wake up bright and early the Saturday after St. Patrick's Day (3/18) and head to Nathan Benderson Circle for an annual 5K event. Registration starts at $35 for the Lucky Leprechaun 5K.
- Irish Mexican Celebration: 1213 13th Ave. W, Bradenton, FL 34209
Birdrock Taco Stand has come up with a fun and unique way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. They call it their Irish Mexican Celebration. It takes place on Friday, March 17, beginning at 6:30 pm. The Crystal Shawanda and Alex Lopez band will be performing live music. The food will be a unique combination of tacos and Irish favorites.
Admission to the Irish Mexican Celebration is 220 in advance or $25 the day of the event. Grab some friends, and get ready to party.
- The Venice Symphony: A Celtic Celebration: 1 Indian Ave., Venice, FL 34285
For a more low-key St. Patrick's Day celebration, attend a performance of A Celtic Celebration by The Venice Symphony. Performers will play Irish folk tunes and music from River Dance.
This show is scheduled for March 17 at 7:30 pm. Tickets range from $33 - $61 per person.
However you choose to celebrate St. Patrick's Day, we hope you have an exciting time. Contact us if you're still looking for Sarasota homes for sale. Our friendly agents will help you find the perfect place where you can relax and unwind.