Get out your green because the luck o' the Irish is coming to Providence. While a lot of the annual St. Patrick's Day festivities have been canceled or postponed this year, there's still plenty of ways to celebrate. And after all, St. Patrick’s Day falls on a Tuesday this year, so get ready to celebrate the weekend before and after!

If you're heading out, there are plenty of bars and pubs to visit like Blake's Tavern, Dublin Rose, Murphy's, Trinity Brewhouse and countless other restaurants.

Planning for a night in? Check out some of these recipes to get into the festive spirit.

Small Bites: Classic Reuben

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Small Bites: Irish Salmon Tartare

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Small Bites: Grown-Up Coffee Milk

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Small Bites: Wisco Old Fashioned

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St. Patrick's Day at Dublin Rose
St. Patrick's Day at Dublin Rose

The party starts at 9 a.m. and lasts all day long! Enjoy live entertainment from the Providence PD Pipes & Drums and MLC Irish Band, plus all-day giveaways, including signed Dropkick Murphys memorabilia.

St. Patrick's Day Parade
CANCELED — St. Patrick's Day Parade

Providence's St. Patrick’s Day Parade will be held Saturday, March 21, in the Smith Hill area beginning at noon. The parade is considered the largest in the state to celebrate this popular Irish holiday.

Tour de Patrick
CANCELED — St. Patrick's Day 5K

The St. Pat's 5K will start and finish at the Rhode Island State House on Smith Street in Providence on Saturday, March 21, at 11 a.m. Walkers are welcome. The first 500 participants to register for all three Tour de Patrick races online will receive a FREE Tour de Patrick backpack. Be sure to register early!

st patricks gpub
CANCELED — St. Patrick's Day at the GPub

On March 17th celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with us starting at 11 a.m.; enjoy corned beef and draft beer specials, DJ Justin Dupont from 5–8 p.m., and catch four of the first basketball tournament games too. Snag prizes, promos and giveaways all day!

A line of Irish step dancers outside a bowling alley at Patriot Place
CANCELED — Patriot Place Irish Festival

Discover the joys of the Irish culture at the 11th Annual Patriot Place Irish Festival. The popular St. Patrick’s Day event features live performances by Irish musicians and step dancers, and free Irish-themed activities for children of all ages.

Dining Takeout & Delivery

Many of Providence's area restaurants are offering takeout and delivery. Please note that some restaurants use a delivery service that may add a fee. Check with the restaurant for more details. continue reading ›