Where to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day 2018 in Connecticut

March has finally come around and we all know what that means; St. Patrick’s Day is around the corner. While the parades steal the show on this day, there are also other ways to celebrate this tradition. Our Connecticut Airport Shuttle has come up with an assorted list of St. Patrick’s Day events and venues where you can get the most out of the Celtic holiday in the Constitution State.

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Hartford’s 46th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Scheduled to go down in the State Capital of Hartford on the 10^th of March, this will undoubtedly be one of the biggest events of St. Paddy’s Day. Join thousands of other revelers in celebrating Irish culture and heritage. The route starts at Capitol Avenue and comes to an end at the Soldiers and Sailors Civil War Memorial Arch. The parade has been sponsored by the Central Connecticut Celtic Culture Committee and is set to begin at 11 am; arrive early and grab a good spot along the parade route.

St. Paddy’s Day at Vaughan’s Public House

Vaughan’s Public House is located on Pratt Street in Hartford and will be open from the 10^th to the 17^th of March for special St. Patrick’s Day offers. Vaughan’s will be offering an Irish breakfast as well as a full course Irish menu throughout the day during this period. On the 17^th, live music entertainment will begin at 9 am courtesy of Kevin Howard who will then be relieved by the Jolly Beggars at noon.

Milford St. Patrick’s Day Parade

The Milford Parade will also be a major St. Patty’s Day event that has been scheduled for the 10^th of March. Broad and River Streets have been completely dedicated to celebrating Irish culture on this day from 1 pm. After the parade has come to an end, all participants and observers are invited to the Clubhouse to enjoy traditional music from your favorite Irish artists including Band O’Brothers, Kevin McKernon, and Jolly Beggars.

Try the Hartford 5k

If you are into fitness, this may be just the perfect way to celebrate your St. Patrick’s Day holiday. The Hartford 5k run is set for the 19^th of March and although it is not a requirement, be sure to bring your green sneakers. The race cuts through downtown Hartford and ends at the Bushnell Park where participants will get to enjoy Irish music, food, and an all-round festive mood.

Mystic’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Head down to Mystic on the 25^th of March where thousands of people are expected to congregate for the 14^th annual St. Patty’s Day Parade. The parade is set to begin at 1 pm at the Mystic Seaport, so don’t be late. Here you will get to enjoy exhilarating performances from several local Drum Corps and High School Marching Bands.