Charleston South Carolina 2012 St. Patrick's Day Events

St. Patrick's Day 2012 is just around the corner and so begins the heightened search for four-leafed clovers and a pot of gold! Join us at these exciting St. Patrick's Day events and festivities to celebrate this exciting March holiday. If you are visiting from out of town, take a glance at these special hotel deals from our local hotel partners! We look forward to celebrating with you on March 17, 2012!

Shamrock SUP Race
March 17, 2012 from 8:00AM to Noon
The first annual Folly River Shamrock SUP Race will be held this March 17, 2012 in celebration of St. Patrick's Day. Races will include a 10K Elite race, 5K Rec race, and a kids & dog race! The Shamrock SUP Race will benefit Pet Helpers Emerson Rose Heart Foundation. Wear green for your chance to win prizes!

16th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade
March 17, 2012 
Enjoy one of the South's premier St. Patrick's Day celebrations sponsored by the Ancient Order of Hibernians, the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians, the South Carolina Historical Society, and the Knights of Columbus. Following this spectacular parade, visitors are encouraged to sample the food, dancing, and music of the Irish community at many fine Irish themed pubs throughout the area. Click here for additional information.

St. Paddy's Block Party and Parade
March 17, 2012
This 'wee little party' covers three blocks! Enjoy food, music, kids activities and more as we celebrate the 9th annual celebration in Park Circle! East Montague is home to the St. Paddy's Day parade that kicks off at noon. Afterwards, visitors are invited to enjoy the biggest block party in the lowcountry! With two stages of live music, roving performers for the kids, a jump castle, arts and crafts, food vendors, a dunk tank, and more, there is entertainment for the entire family! The party, parade and parking are free! Click here for additional information!

Charleston Restaurants & Pubs
Many of our favorite Charleston pubs and restaurants will be celebrating St. Patrick's Day this year including Tommy Condon's Irish Pub & Seafood Restaurant, O'Brion's pub & Grille, and Madra Rua Irish Pub!

We are looking forward to an exciting St. Patrick's Day celebration on March 17, 2012. Tell us how you will be spending this March holiday! Let us know if we are missing any special St. Patrick's Day events so that we can share them with the local community and visitors from out of town!

Danielle Snyder
Charleston SC Events