St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in Champaign-Urbana
We compiled a bunch of fun ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Champaign-Urbana
For what traditionally is a “holiday” marked by green beer and shamrock tees, there happen to be numerous community events — many of which are FREE and some of which are family-friendly — around St. Patrick’s Day throughout Champaign-Urbana.
Some events require pre-registration; please double-check the details to see if that is the case for the event you are planning to attend.
There are a few things to keep in mind. While some of the events listed below are “kid-friendly” events, they may still be held in locations where adult beverages are being served. And some of the events happen “after hours” and are not recommended for kids at all.
In case you needed the reminder, St. Patrick’s Day is actually March 17 every year, regardless of the day of the week when it falls. However, many St. Paddy’s Day themed events happen before and even after that.
St. Patrick’s Day Events and Activities around the Champaign-Urbana Area
Saturday, March 14, 2026
Kidscape Playground St. Patrick’s Day Party | Reservations Required
Where: Kidscape, Champaign
Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join Kidscape Playground for a St. Patrick’s Day Party! March 14, 2026 from 10am-12pm snacks, music, and crafts! $10 per child, reservation only! *must have a valid online waiver15 children max - accompanied 2 adults only Click here to make your reservation.
St. Patrick's Day Parade Party
Where: ET’s Downtown Rantoul, Rantoul
Time: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
The World’s Shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade is once again in Rantoul! There will be music, fun, Irish Dancing, some awesome food from ET’s Burgers, Bar B Cue, and Beer, and even some green beer from Riggs Beer Company… and of course The World’s Shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade to…read more…
St. Patrick’s Day Party at the Lounge
ADULT EVENT, 21+
Where: Main Street Gaming and Lounge, Arcola
Time: 2:00 pm - 11:45 pm
St. Patrick’s Day Party at the Lounge! Join in for a shamrockin’ good time! They'll have drink specials, free swag, and a DJ spinning from 8 PM–Midnight to keep the party going. Rumor has it… there may be some late-night sightings of Lawn Rangers fresh back from the Saint Louis…read more…
St. Patricks' Day Trivia
Where: Tuscola Community Building, Tuscola
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Dinner & Social Hour 5pm Trivia 6:30pm Silent Aution*50/50 Raffle*Cash Prize for Trivia Teams up to 8 players max. Food & Drink $10/person Cast Iron Pub - Green Drinks and more! Message Diane Olson to reserve your table.
Sunday, March 15, 2026
St Patrick’s Day Celebration | Alto Vineyard
Where: Alto Vineyard, Champaign
Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Pull out that green and join us for a St. Patrick’s day celebration! The Celtic Whistle plays traditional Irish Music with vocals, whistle, flute, guitar, banjo, accordion and harmonica. Come out and enjoy a crisp refreshing green beer/slushie.. it’s just what you need to celebrate the holiday! No green required,…read more…
St. Paddy's Celebration with Celtic Whistle
Where: Alto Vineyard, Champaign
Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
St. Paddys Celebration w/ Celtic Whistle 2:00 PM 4:00 PM Alto Vineyards (map) Pull out that green and join in for a St. Patrick’s day celebration! The Celtic Whistle plays traditional Irish Music with vocals, whistle, flute, guitar, banjo, accordion and harmonica. Come out and enjoy a crisp refreshing green beer/slushie.. it’s…read more…
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
St. Patrick's Day Skate
Where: Skateland Savoy, Savoy
Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
St. Patrick's Day Skate 1-4pm 3/17 Admit $8.50 Skate Rental $4.36 Every paid admit wearing green gets 4 game tokens.
Looking for suggestions on celebrating with your kids at home?
Here are our tips for a traditional corned beef and cabbage (or New England boiled dinner) meal or how to build a leprechaun trap.