Shamrocks and shenanigans: Where to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Brooklyn

It’s time to shamrock and roll.

St. Patrick’s Day is almost here, and Brooklyn is ready to go green! Whether you’re gearing up for a lively parade, sipping a pint of Guinness at your go-to pub, or getting swept up in a Celtic celebration with a side of Irish dance, there’s no shortage of fun.

From rowdy bar crawls to lively performances, we’ve got your ultimate guide to making the most of this lucky day — and month — in Brooklyn.

A two-for-one celebration at Ginger’s Bar

St. Paddy’s Day boozy ice cream class

Join Tipsy Scoop for a fun and boozy ice cream-making class this St. Patrick’s Day! Learn to make whiskey-infused ice cream and a boozy sorbet cocktail using a commercial ice cream machine. Enjoy tasting seasonal flavors, hear about the company’s history, and take home two pints of your creations in an insulated Tipsy Scoop tote.

March 15, noon-2 p.m. $129. Must be 21+ with valid ID. Tipsy Scoop, 270 Metropolitan Ave. in Williamsburg. tipsyscoop.com/collections/brooklyn-classes.

St. Patrick’s Day Party at Time Out Market New York

Get your green on and join the fun at Time Out Market New York for a St. Patrick’s Day celebration! Enjoy all-day drink specials, including Sam Adams and Angry Orchard buckets, plus Sam Adams Cold Snap. At 6:30 p.m., head to the rooftop for a special performance by the Brooklyn Irish Dance Company, showcasing traditional Irish stepdancing.

March 17, all day; performance at 6:30 p.m. Free entry. Time Out Market New York, 55 Water St. in DUMBO. timeout.com/time-out-market-new-york.

Neighborhood parades

The luck of the Irish has far from run out for Brooklyn’s three St. Patrick’s Day Parades. The Celtic Knot of Gaelic marches will kick off later this month, each celebrating a milestone anniversary.

50th Annual Brooklyn St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Join in the festivities at the oldest St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Brooklyn! The parade kicks off at 1 p.m. on March 16, starting at Bartel-Pritchard Square at 14th Street and Prospect Park West in Park Slope. Established in 1975, this parade features a vibrant procession through Park Slope, with the route stretching from Prospect Park West & 15th St. to 7th Ave & Garfield Place, then back to the starting point for a celebration from 2 to 5 p.m.

Stick around for the after-party at Holy Name of Jesus Church, where you can enjoy a corned beef and cabbage dinner, beer, soda, and live music by Celtic Justice for $50 (RSVP required).

March 16, parade steps off at 1 p.m. at Bartel-Pritchard Square at Prospect Park West and 15th Street. After-party from 5-9 p.m. at Holy Name of Jesus Church, 245 Prospect Park West.

30th Annual Bay Ridge St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Get ready to paint the town green at the 30th Annual Bay Ridge St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Sunday, March 23, starting at 1 p.m. This lively procession kicks off at Marine Avenue and Third Avenue, making its way down the bustling thoroughfare to 67th Street. The parade will feature marching bands, Irish dance troupes, and community groups, plus plenty of Irish pride. Leading the march this year is Deacon Kevin McCormack as grand marshal, with the Reilly family celebrated as the Irish Family of the Year.

March 23, parade steps off at 1 p.m at Third Avenue and Marine Avenue in Bay Ridge.

15th Annual Gerritsen Beach St. Patrick’s Day Parade

St. Patrick’s Day fun continues on through March with the 15th Annual Gerritsen Beach St. Patrick’s Day Parade.on Saturday, March 29! This neighborhood favorite celebrates Irish pride with a hometown twist, featuring lively floats, local bands, and all the green you can handle. While the big NYC parade takes over Fifth Avenue earlier in the month, Gerritsen Beach will be keeping the party going, bringing its own spirited take on the holiday to Brooklyn.

March 29, parade steps off at 1 p.m. at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post at Whitney and Gerritsen Avenues in Gerritsen Beach.