Every March, the Outer Banks comes alive with Irish spirit as locals and visitors gather for the annual OBX St. Patrick’s Day Parade and festive celebrations. From live music, Irish food specials, green beer, and whiskey tastings, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate St. Patty’s Day on the beach!
Here is what you can expect to be happening for St. Patrick’s Day on the OBX:
- The Annual OBX St. Patrick’s Day Parade
- Irish-themed restaurant specials & parties
- Live music, giveaways & green drinks
- Fundraisers & charity events supporting great causes
2025 OBX St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Every year, Mike Kelly organizes a parade that falls on the Sunday closest to St. Patrick’s Day. This annual family-friendly parade is one of the largest St. Patty’s Day parades in North Carolina.
Each year locals and visitors line up and down the beach road in excitement for this well-known OBX tradition. This year the parade falls on Sunday, March 16th, 2025.
Mr. Kelly has selected the Dare County Historical Maritime Industry as the Grand Marshall for the parade. Commercial fishing has been a mainstay of the area’s economy as has boat building. More seafood is landed in Dare County than any other county in North Carolina.
ANY amount of donation is welcome and greatly appreciated.
The St. Patrick’s Day Parade starts at 1 pm at MP 11.5, at the intersection of Bladen St. and Virginia Dare Trail (Beach Road) and continues north to Driftwood St. in Nags Head.
Perfect Spots to Hang Out and Watch the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Nags Head
Tortuga’s Lie
Tortugas Lie is located on the beach road along the path that the Parade takes.
Address: 3016 S Virginia Dare Trail Nags Head, NC
Lucky 12 Tavern
Hang out on their outdoor patio and watch the parade pass by.
Address: 3308 S Virginia Dare Trail Nags Head, NC
Red Drum Grille & Taphouse
Red Drum is located on the beach road towards the ending point of the parade route.
Address: 2412 S Virginia Dare Trail Nags Head, NC
Jack Brown’s Beer & Burger Joint
Please join us after the Kelly’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade at Jack Brown’s Beer & Burger Joint KDH Parade!
Bearded Face Productions has booked some great, free live music for this event featuring Trick Fly Band.
OBX Bars & Restaurants Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day
Jack Brown’s Beer & Burger Joint
Join in for a day of fun and delicious food. Bernie’s will have lunch specials and dinner tapas inspired by our friends on the other side of the pond.
Guinness Stout and Irish Whiskey Specials all day. Some awesome giveaways and a ton of Irish cheer. So follow the rainbow to O’Bernies!
March 17th from 11:00am-10:00pm
Black Pelican Oceanfront Restaurant
Join the Black Pelican March 14th for their annual St.Patrick’s Day Party!
Opening at 11AM to give you more time to celebrate!
Green Drink Special’s, Irish Themed Lunch Special’s & FREE fun giveaways!
Shipwrecks Taphouse & Grill
Join Shipwrecks all day on the 14th to celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day!
They will be featuring green beer, signature shots and amazing food specials!
The music starts at 3pm featuring the House Katz!
We’ll see y’all at the Wreck!
The Restaurant Guide to the Outer Banks wishes you a fun and safe St. Patrick’s Day!
If you are looking for other ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on the Outer Banks here are our recommendations:
- Take a post-parade beach walk to soak in the views.
- Tee off at an OBX golf course for a relaxing afternoon.
- Try a locally made alcohol tasting at a local bar.
- Go on an OBX brewery tour and explore local craft beer.
Know of a St. Patrick’s Day event or restaurant special? Email us at info@obxrestaurantguide.com to be featured!
