Your Guide to Celebrating St. Patrick's Day in Bradenton


With St. Patrick's Day just around the corner, there will be festive events across the nation. At 210 Watermark, opportunities for celebration surround us!
St. Patrick's Day has a long history - in Ireland, the United States, and beyond. Historically, this day recognizes the patron saint of Ireland for his good deeds. In contrast, modern St. Patrick's Day events typically focus on Irish heritage and pride as a whole.
The United States is always heavily involved in the celebration of this holiday. Historians say the first St. Patty's Day parade actually took place in North America.
Today, celebrating St. Patrick's Day takes a lot of forms. Parades are still a classic choice, but bar crawls, restaurant specials, and block parties are also popular. No matter your style, you can find a way to partake in the festivities.
We love the flexibility and convenience that living in a Bradenton apartment community gives us. The best that Bradenton has to offer surrounds our residents. While Florida may not be the first place you think of when St. Patrick's Day comes around, there are some great community events!
So, wear some green and check out the festivities going on in the Bradenton community!

St. Patrick's Day Events in Bradenton, and More!

Parades are the classic St. Patty's Day event, and the 2024 Annual Anna Maria Island St. Patrick’s Day Parade is just around the corner! On March 13th, head over to Anna Maria Island for a family-friendly parade!
Irish Food and Drinks are must haves on St. Patrick's Day. You can't miss some annual classics like corned beef, cabbage, and beer. The options are endless each year; therefore, we'll just highlight a few tasty options.
Head Downtown to feast on themed food and enjoy the spring weather at some of our favorite local Irish pubs, including Cork’s Cigar Bar, McCabe’s Irish Pub & Ale House, and the Paddywagon Irish Pub.
Looking for a fun event to attend? Check out St Patrick’s Day on Main Street on March 16th from 7:00pm – 11:00pm to celebrate with live music, food trucks, and vendors, it’s sure to be a great time for the whole family!
For those looking for a fun event for the kids, head over to the Astro Skate Park of Bradenton for the St. Patrick’s Day Alien Green Out on March 17th from 1:00pm – 5:00pm. Be sure to wear your best green outfit for free green pizza, cotton candy and popcorn! Plus, wear the most green for a chance to win a $100 Skate Shop gift card.

Celebrate From Home

Since March 17th is a Sunday, a lot of the festivities are on Friday and Saturday. Hosting a get together on the actual day may prove entertaining.
In our community, St. Patrick's Day celebrations are welcome. For specific guidelines or available spaces, reach out to our team! We would love to see how creative our residents can get.
Here's just a couple ideas that could work in your apartment home this St. Patty's Day:
For something more family friendly, potluck-styled Irish food could be a hit. Corned beef and cabbage are classics; however, there are other great Irish dishes. When in doubt, green colored sweet treats are always popular.
Party games are also a way to stay more tame - or go crazy. For more of a challenge, try bringing an Irish twist to existing party games!
Cocktails are a fun way to play into the green theme too. While beer is the typical choice, hosting a house party leaves room for creativity. "Lucky" cocktails or green mocktails sound delicious!

Celebrating March 17, 2024
Ultimately, there is a plethora of ways to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. We highlighted a handful but look into some more options if nothing sounds like the perfect fit!
No matter your interests, you can find or create a celebration that fits your preferences.