Falling right at the start of Spring Break season, St. Patrick’s Day in Myrtle Beach is a big event. Parades, live music, pub crawls, special menus, and Irish cheer fill the weekend, all with the beautiful Atlantic Ocean as the backdrop. Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly day out or a rowdy evening of green beer and cheer, you’ll find it in Myrtle Beach.
Planning a St. Patrick’s Day getaway? Dayton House Resort is the place to start. In the heart of Myrtle Beach, this resort offers easy access to all the festivities and comfortable, oceanfront accommodations.
Top St. Patrick’s Day Events in Myrtle Beach
North Myrtle Beach St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival
March 15, 2025 | Parade 9 am | Festival 11 am – 4 pm
The 35th annual North Myrtle Beach St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival will feature a lively parade with marching bands, entertainment, and floats. The festival that follows will include street vendors, food trucks, kid-friendly activities, live music, and more, making for a great daytime St. Patrick’s Day event in Myrtle Beach.
Live Music & Irish Pubs on St. Patrick’s Day
- Molly Darcy’s Irish Pub: Authentic Irish food, an impressive beer selection, and live music with oceanfront views from the patio and upstairs
- Flynn’s Irish Tavern: Traditional Irish dishes and live entertainment in a warm, inviting atmosphere
- The Ole Irish Pub: A classic Irish spot in Myrtle Beach great for a pint and lively Irish tunes
St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawls & Nightlife
- Tin Roof Myrtle Beach: This popular rooftop bar offers a high-energy atmosphere, a live band and a DJ, and themed drinks served by the best bartenders on the coast to keep the party going all night
- Ocean Annie’s Beach Bar: Ocean Annie’s is one stop on a 7-location pub crawl presented by Flip Flops Bar and Grill, with food and drink specials, a scavenger hunt, and live entertainment included in your wristband purchase
- Sharkey’s Bar Crawl: The official Sharkey’s St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl takes place on Monday, March 17 this year, with free entry to all participating bars, exclusive drink specials, a free afterparty, and more on the schedule
Tips for Enjoying St. Patrick’s Day in Myrtle Beach
Transportation
Especially if you plan to enjoy the drink specials, it’s best to rely on rideshares like Uber and Lyft to get around Myrtle Beach on St. Patrick’s Day: no worries about parking, event traffic, or road closures, and you’re dropped off right at the door of your destination. Always verify that your ride’s license plate matches the app’s description before you hop in.
Another great way to get around Myrtle Beach on St. Patrick’s Day is on foot! Many of the bars and restaurants along the beach participate in spreading Irish cheer, so you can bop around from place to place before walking back to your hotel if you book at a centrally-located oceanfront hotel like Dayton House Resort.
Age-Restricted Events
While there is plenty of family-friendly St. Patrick’s Day fun to be had in Myrtle Beach, like parades and festivals, many events are age-restricted due to alcohol sales. Bars and pubs are typically 21+ in Myrtle Beach, with some venues allowing 18+ with a cover charge (and of course, a valid ID). Restaurants may also enforce an age restriction after a certain time of the evening as the space transforms into a bar or club.
Green Beer and Irish-Inspired Menus in Myrtle Beach
Classic Irish pubs and bars in Myrtle Beach like Flynn’s Irish Tavern, Molly Darcy’s, and The Ole Irish Pub offer Irish fare and festive green beers (along with other cocktail creations) on St. Patrick’s Day.
Where to Stay for St. Patrick’s Day in Myrtle Beach
When choosing a place to stay for a holiday weekend in Myrtle Beach, treat yourself to accommodations that blend relaxation and excitement for a perfectly balanced trip – like an oceanfront room in Myrtle Beach at Dayton House Resort.
Benefits of Staying at Dayton House Resort
- Close to Events + Nightlife: Dayton House Resort is located at 2400 N. Ocean Boulevard — the same Ocean Boulevard where many of the top Myrtle Beach St. Patrick’s Day events will take place — so you can enjoy the celebrations without sacrificing any fun to travel times
- Oceanfront Views + Beach Access: When you aren’t exploring the city, enjoy stunning ocean views from your private balcony or stroll onto the beach via the resort’s beachfront access
- Resort-Style Amenities: Dayton House Resort offers resort-style amenities like complimentary wifi, a deluxe hot breakfast daily, on-site dining, a two-acre oceanfront lawn, indoor/outdoor pools, hot tubs, and a lazy river
Don’t miss out on St. Patrick’s Day in Myrtle Beach 2025! Book your stay at Dayton House Resort now and secure the first part of your unforgettable holiday weekend.