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The luck of the Irish can be found throughout the multitude of parties and events that are planned in Washington in honor of St. Patrick’s Day. From green bubbly sips to booze cruises, there is tons of fun to be had during the holiday.
St. Patrick’s Day Dash
Seattle
Taking place on Sunday, March 13, at the Seattle Center, the St. Patrick’s Day Dash is a five-kilometer run that has become an annual tradition in the city for the past 38 years. Though the event focuses on the marathon itself, there is lots of fun to be had for everyone in attendance, including your little ones who can participate in the leprechaun dash for free, live music, food and much more!
To learn more about the St. Patrick’s Day Bash, visit stpatsdash.com
St. Patrick’s Day Iron Chef Competition and Social
Yakima
Though the celebration is happening after St. Paddy’s Day on Friday, March 18, the St. Patrick’s Day Iron Chef Competition and Social brings the community of Yakima together to celebrate the Irish holiday. The event will feature a cook-off tasting of traditional Irish cuisine, traditional brews like a glass of Guinness, live music and Irish dancing. The event is free.
To learn more about St. Patrick’s Day Iron Chef Competition and Social, visit Facebook.com.
Kiss Me, I’m Irish: Seattle St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl
Seattle
Everyone can agree that a St. Patrick’s Day bash is not complete without a drink (or two) in hand, so in honor of the Irish go-to sip, Seattle Spin is hosting a Kiss Me, I’m Irish bar crawl. The crawl will be hosted on Saturday, March 12, from 4 p.m. to 2 a.m. and on Thursday, March 17, from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. Each event, although separate, will feature discounted drinks and fare from your favorite local bars and allow you the fun opportunity to meet new people in your city who will celebrate with you in style. Tickets start at $15.
To learn more about Kiss Me, I’m Irish: Seattle St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl, Eventbrite.com.
St. Patrick’s Day Craft Show and Bazaar
Tacoma
If the green holiday has you feeling inspired and creative, the St. Patrick’s Day Craft Show and Bazaar might be your favorite way to celebrate the holiday. The event will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Dryer Masonic Hall in Tacoma on March 12. The event will teach you to make Irish-inspired crafts, sell handcrafted goods, enjoy a bite to eat and more.
To learn more about St. Patrick’s Day Craft Show and Bazaar, visit Fairsandfestivals.net.
St. Pat’s Wine Walk
Woodinville
Woodinville Wine County is inviting visitors into its vineyard for a St. Pat’s Wine Walk to help get you into the green holiday spirit on March 12 to March 13 from 1 to 5 p.m. The weekend event will feature over 20 wineries and tasting rooms throughout Woodinville, with the luck of the Irish infused in each glass. Tickets are $60, and complimentary shuttle buses will be available for guest safety.
To learn more about St. Pat’s Wine Walk, visit Woodinvillechamber.org.
Paint & Sip! I’m Lucky and I Gnome It
Prosser
Grab your friends and head over to WIT Cellars in Prosser for an Irish-themed St. Paddy’s Paint & Sip with lucky gnomes. The event takes place on Thursday, March 17, from 6 to 8 p.m. and will feature green bubbles to sip while a teacher helps guide you to paint your gnome. The fun is sure to bring you good luck, and tickets are $35.
To learn more about Paint & Sip! I’m Lucky and I Gnome it, visit witcellars.com.
St. Patrick’s Day Weekend Boat Party
Seattle
The fifth-annual St. Patrick’s Day Weekend Boat Party has finally returned and is ready to get the booze cruise going in Seattle’s waters. The floating party will feature great music by a DJ, incredible views, a club-like dance floor, three hours of water time, professional photographers, a full bar and much more fun to celebrate St. Paddy’s Day. The party will take place Saturday, March 19, and tickets start at $20.
To learn more about St. Patrick’s Day Weekend Boat Party, visit eventbrite.com.