St. Patrick's Day in San Francisco

February 26
Trinity Irish Dance Company
Description: See this award-winning Irish dance troupe perform step dances and other traditional Irish favorites. Food and beverages are served after the show.
Location: Marin Center for the Performing Arts, San Rafael
Time: 3pm
Cost: Varies

March 1
Black Watch and Band of Welsh Guards

Description: Hear the bagpipes, the drums, and the music.
Location: Marin Civic Center, 3501 Civic Center Dr., San Rafael
Time: 730pm
Cost: Varies

March 3
Irish Flag Raising
Description: Join the Mayor and other civic leaders for the ceremonial raising of the Irish flag to kick off the St. Patrick's Day festivities.
Location: Mayor's Office, City Hall
Time: 1030am
Cost: FREE

March 5, 12, 19
Starry Irish Music Session
Description: Hear traditional and modern music.
Location: Starry Plough Pub and Restaurant, 3101 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley
Time: 8pm
Cost: Varies

March 10
Grand Marshall's Dinner Dance
Description: Join the marchers and organizers of the parade for corned beef and cabbage as well as an evening of Irish dance and music.
Location: United Irish Cultural Center, 2700 45th Ave.
Time: 6pm
Cost: Varies

March 11 - 12
St Patrick's Day Fest
Description: Enjoy over 150 arts and crafts vendors, live music, carnival rides, food, and even a 5K run.
Location: Amador Valley Blvd, Dublin
Time: 10am - 6pm
Cost: Varies

March 12
St. Patrick's Day Celebration
Description: Join the marchers, organizers, bands, and more for a before, during, and after-the-parade celebration.
Location: Civic Center Plaza
Time: 10am - 5pm
Cost: FREE

March 12
San Francisco St. Patrick's Day Parade
Description: See all the bands, the pipers, the floats, and the fun in America's oldest St. Patrick's Day parade.
Location: The parade starts at Second and Market Streets and ends at Civic Center Plaza.
Time: 1130am
Cost: FREE

March 17
O'Reilly's Irish Pub Block Party
Description: Join the crew at O'Reilly's for brunch then venture into the street for Irish music, dance, food, and fun.
Location: O'Reilly's Pub and Restaurant, 622 Green St.
Time: 10am
Cost: Varies

March 17
Hornblower Cruises St Patrick's Day Cruise
Description: Enjoy brunch along with traditional Irish music and the beautiful skyline of the city.
Location: Departs Pier 33
Time: 1130am
Cost: Adults $49, Seniors $44, Kids 4-12 $29

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