By Emily Whalen • Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau
No blarney here: the Pocono Mountains has St. Patrick’s Day festivities for everyone! If you can’t get away to the Emerald Isle, celebrate this March with a trip to the Poconos. Get decked out in green and shamrocks to cheer on a St. Paddy’s Day Parade, enjoy corned beef and cabbage for dinner with a side of live music, or party the night away with drink specials and entertainment.
Irish immigrants have played an important part in the rich history of our region. Why not spend some time exploring the new Pocono History & Art Trail and take a trip to the past at local museums, followed by a stop at an authentic Irish pub. Browse the ideas below to plan a St. Patrick’s Day in the Poconos that’ll be just grand.
Pocono St. Patrick’s Day Parades
Milford St. Patrick’s Day Parade: March 21
Two shamrock-filled parades will be happening in the Poconos this year! The 3rd Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Milford will take place on Saturday, March 21, 2026, kicking off at 3 p.m. at Ann Street Park. Watch the floats, marching bands, and bagpipe bands go by then enjoy exploring the shops and dining in Milford’s charming downtown.
Stroudsburg St. Patrick’s Day Parade: March 22
The Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade in downtown Stroudsburg will step off at 1:15 p.m. on Sunday, March 22, 2026 in front of Stroudsburg High School on Main Street. Hosted by the Pocono Irish American Club, the popular procession has brought thousands into town to enjoy the marching bands, bagpipers, leprechauns and local businesses as they wind their way to Crystal Street in East Stroudsburg. Can’t make it in person? Watch the parade live on the 22nd on Pocono Television Network!
Things to Do on St. Patrick’s Day
Discover Irish Heritage in the Poconos
A visit to beautiful Jim Thorpe might just be the next best thing to a visit to Dublin. The winding, old world streets are home to modern shops and eateries, and there’s a strong Irish heritage to discover. When the borough was first founded in the early nineteenth century, many Irish immigrants helped build the town and worked in the nearby anthracite coal mines. Some, like James Dolon, rose to prominent positions and built beautiful homes like the The Dolon House, now a bed and breakfast.
Life was a struggle for many early Irish arrivals in Jim Thorpe, then known as Mauch Chunk. A controversial and notorious court trial in the 1870s condemned a group of miners known as the Molly Maguires; their history is memorialized in the Old Jail Museum, open for tours throughout the warmer months. Sign up for the free mobile Pocono History and Art Trail to learn more.
Family-Friendly St. Patrick’s Day Events
Kid’s Leprechaun Hunt at Country Junction
Bring your little ones out to Country Junction – World’s Largest General Store in Lehighton to see if you can catch one of the little people during the Kid’s Leprechaun Hunt! Build a leprechaun trap and explore the Arcade, Bowling Alley, Bounce House, and more.
St. Patrick’s Day Concerts & Live Entertainment
Get Out for an Evening of Great Music
Gear up for St. Patrick’s day with exciting concerts in March! Get tickets to see The Bloody Saint Patrick’s Tour at the Sherman Showcase, adjacent to the Sherman Theater, on Sunday, March 8 or head to The Milford Theater & Performing Arts Center for a St. Patrick’s Day Party with The Harrisons on Saturday, March 14.
In Jim Thorpe check out The Mauch Chunk Opera House where The Kilmaine Saints are playing on Friday, March 13 and The Tartan Terrors on Saturday, March 14.
St. Patrick’s Day Overnight Getaway for Two
There will be live entertainment as well as drink specials and plenty of shenanigans afoot during the St Patrick’s Celebration at Cove Haven Resort and the St Patrick’s Celebration at Paradise Stream Resort. Book your room now at one of these two romantic, adults-only sister resorts to take advantage of their special offer!
St. Patrick’s Day Bar Specials & Dining
Feast on Irish Favorites
Pair a pint of Guinness and delicious Irish foods with great live music performances at farm-to-table restaurants in Hawley! Enjoy Gaelic dishes during the St. Patrick’s Day celebration on March 17 at The Settlers Inn as you listen to tunes from the Blarney Boys. Head to The Dock on Wallenpaupack on March 13 or 14 for St. Patrick’s Day at the Dock with specials like corned beef Reuben egg rolls and McLean Ave corned beef and cabbage, served with a view of Lake Wallenpaupack on the side.
Irish Pub in the Poconos
When it’s time to eat after a day exploring Jim Thorpe and the surrounding Lehigh Gorge, look no further than Molly Maguires Pub and Steakhouse, located on the first floor of Hotel Switzerland. The Behan family from Dublin, Ireland has run this neighborhood pub for over two decades. Enjoy a meal or drink specials like Murphy’s Irish Stout, Smithwicks Irish Ale or a Baileys Irish Martini.
For a truly Irish Red from their beer taps, pop into the Marion Hose Bar in Jim Thorpe or try the great selection of seasonal food and drink at Broadway Grille at The Inn at Jim Thorpe. Next door in town of Weissport you can also catch some great local food and drink at the Gorge Eatery.
Emerald Isle Drink Specials
St. Patrick’s Day is the perfect time to explore the Pocono Beverage Trail! Download the free mobile pass to check in as you raise a glass at wineries, breweries, and distilleries throughout the area.
St. Patrick’s Day in the Poconos
Plan an early spring escape this St. Paddy’s Day to enjoy the Irish festivities and the fresh air in the Poconos. Check out more things to do throughout the region, browse our restaurants and dining, and find great places to stay.
Slán go foill and Happy St. Patrick’s Day from the Pocono Mountains!
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