Join The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown for the Chicago Green River Dyeing on March 15th from 8am to 2pm. Take the elevator to the Penthouse level, perched 39 stories high in the sky. Guests will see views of both the State Street and Michigan Avenue sides of the river, while they revel in party favors, DJs, and more. Indulge in a breakfast buffet featuring a selection of dishes complemented by an open bar offering spirits, wine, green beer, and an array of Irish-inspired craft cocktails. Tickets are $255 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.
Additionally, guests can check into The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown for a limited availability room package that comes with two tickets to the St. Patrick’s River Dyeing viewing party in the Penthouse Lounge at a 25% discount. Stay the night prior to be the first in line (March 14) or make a night of it for an overnight stay after the event (March 15). Book on their website.
Finally, on Saturday, March 15 from 6:30am to 8pm, indulge in the flowing green beer at Hoyt's Chicago during the ground-level river dyeing celebrations, where music, Irish-inspired dishes, cocktails, and more await. Guests will enjoy a full bar and bites at Hoyt’s Chicago including specialty green cocktails, cans of Guinness Beer, green beer, and Irish-inspired dishes such as corned beef sandwiches and Irish nachos. The festivities kick off with DJs starting at 8 am. The event is free to attend but tickets can be reserved via Eventbrite.
LondonHouse Chicago
LondonHouse Chicago will once again offer St. Patrick’s Day celebrations on Saturday, March 15, 2025, providing a front-row view of Chicago’s river dyeing from its LH Rooftop and LH on 21 indoor lounge. Guests will enjoy an open bar from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., featuring bottomless green beer, mimosas, and festive cocktails, along with a selection of breakfast bites. The event will also feature live entertainment with Chicago’s top DJs and complimentary St. Patrick’s Day swag. Prices start at $225 and are available on their website.
Sweetwater Grille and Tavern
Sweetwater Grille & Tavern will host its annual Kegs N’ Eggs on Saturday, March 15, just steps from the Michigan Avenue parade route. From 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. (21+), guests can fuel up for the day with a Irish breakfast buffet, entertainment, and Irish flair. Bagpipers will also make appearances throughout the day. Breakfast buffet (included with ticket) includes scrambled eggs with cheddar, crispy Applewood smoked bacon, savory sausage links, Irish corned beef hash, Bailey’s and vanilla ice cream battered French toast, and fresh fruit salad. $6 Drink specials include Green beer (Miller Lite), Guinness, Bloody Marys, and Mimosas. Tickets are just $25 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.
Sweetwater will also feature limited-time Irish-inspired menu items available from Wednesday, March 12, through Monday, March 17 including Pastrami Reuben – Housemade pastrami, Swiss cheese, Russian dressing, bacon-braised sauerkraut, marble rye ($17.99); and Irish Mac N’ Cheese – Caramelized cabbage, beer-braised onions, bacon lardons, shredded corned beef, beer cheese sauce, smoked cheddar, garlic herb crumble, cavatappi ($21.99).
Chicago Boat Company
Starting at 11 AM on Saturday, March 15th, once the river is officially dyed green, you can book a Hot Tub Boat, a heated Duffy Boat, or a Cycle Boat cruise. Pricing varies and boats can be booked on their website.
Hot Tub Boats & Heated Duffy Boats – Both are BYOB and come equipped with Bluetooth speakers, cooler space, and waterproof phone cases on the Hot Tub Boats. Plus, new this year, after booking a CBC Duffy cruise, customers will have the option to add on themed-hot chocolates and/or comfort food from JoJo’s Shakebar!
Cycle Boat Cruise (March 15th only!) – For one day only, CBC is taking its Cycle Boatsout for a pre-season spin in celebration of the Chicago River dyeing. The BYOB Cycle Boat includes a Bluetooth speaker, cooler space, and a professional captain so everyone on board can soak in the St. Patrick’s Day festivities. Gather up to 16 passengers for a 90-minute, pedal-powered ride while the river glows its peak emerald green.
Photo courtesy of LondonHouse Chicago
River North
Hard Rock Cafe Chicago
On Saturday, March 15, 2025, Hard Rock Café Chicago will host its final, 16th Annual "Get Shamrocked!" St. Patrick’s Day Celebration, featuring a full day of live music, drinks, and Irish-inspired fare, before closing at the end of March. Guests can enjoy performances from The Hat Guys and a special feature set by The Shannon Rovers, along with green beer, themed shots, and classic Irish fare. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., with live music until 5 p.m.. The celebration includes both an all-ages experience inside Hard Rock Café and a heated 21+ outdoor tent. A $5 suggested donation will benefit Hard Rock Heals Foundation.
I\O Godfrey
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at I|O Godfrey, on Saturday, March 15, 2025. Guests can take in panoramic skyline views, fire pits, and water features while enjoying an all-inclusive party from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Tickets start at $75 and include bottomless beer, mimosas, and Bloody Marys, along with a full breakfast buffet. Tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite.
Photo courtesy of Hard Rock Cafe Chicago
West Loop and Fulton Market
Bandit
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Bandit on Two, the second floor of Bandit, on Saturday, March 15, 2025. From 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., ticket holders can enjoy a private event featuring a standard open bar with mimosas and well cocktails, passed bar bites, and festive green décor and swag. Table packages are available for both 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. time slots, and guests purchasing a table do not need separate general admission tickets, as entry is included in the package. All tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite.
The Penthouse
Located on the 13th floor, The Penthouse at Fioretta will host an exclusive St. Patrick’s Day celebration on Saturday, March 15, 2025, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Guests can take in panoramic views of the Chicago skyline from the 13th-floor rooftop venue, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows and accordion-style doors that blend indoor and outdoor spaces. General admission tickets include entry to The Penthouse, an open bar with well cocktails, select beer, and wine, plus light passed appetizers and desserts. A live DJ and musicians will play throughout the event. Tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite.
Photo courtesy of The Penthouse at Fioretta
Suburbs
Chicago Culinary Kitchen
Chicago Culinary Kitchen is a Texas-inspired barbecue restaurant offering quality meats that are smoked fresh daily over kiln-dried cherry wood. Beyond its barbecue, Chicago Culinary Kitchen also offers curated craft beer selection, offering the pairings for St. Patrick’s Day. They will have Dine-In & To-Go Specials - available Sunday, March 16 only featuring Corned Beef & Cabbage Special which includes ½ lb Smoked Corned Beef, Hot Potato Salad (8oz), Cabbage & Bacon (8oz), Marble Rye, and Mustard for $30. Additionally, guests can savor The Super Katz Sandwich, a Smoked Corned Beef Reuben sandwich topped with melted Havarti, sauerkraut, onion, 1000 Island, & sweet pickles on toasted marble rye for $17.95.
For those hosting a gathering, Chicago Culinary Kitchen’s catering packages offer everything needed for a St. Patrick’s Day celebration at home. Available for pre-order on Saturday, March 15 & Sunday, March 16. Orders can be placed via website or by calling 847-701-8243 by Monday, March 10.
Downtown and The Loop
Join The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown for the Chicago Green River Dyeing on March 15th from 8am to 2pm. Take the elevator to the Penthouse level, perched 39 stories high in the sky. Guests will see views of both the State Street and Michigan Avenue sides of the river, while they revel in party favors, DJs, and more. Indulge in a breakfast buffet featuring a selection of dishes complemented by an open bar offering spirits, wine, green beer, and an array of Irish-inspired craft cocktails. Tickets are $255 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.
Additionally, guests can check into The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown for a limited availability room package that comes with two tickets to the St. Patrick’s River Dyeing viewing party in the Penthouse Lounge at a 25% discount. Stay the night prior to be the first in line (March 14) or make a night of it for an overnight stay after the event (March 15). Book on their website.
Finally, on Saturday, March 15 from 6:30am to 8pm, indulge in the flowing green beer at Hoyt's Chicago during the ground-level river dyeing celebrations, where music, Irish-inspired dishes, cocktails, and more await. Guests will enjoy a full bar and bites at Hoyt’s Chicago including specialty green cocktails, cans of Guinness Beer, green beer, and Irish-inspired dishes such as corned beef sandwiches and Irish nachos. The festivities kick off with DJs starting at 8 am. The event is free to attend but tickets can be reserved via Eventbrite.
LondonHouse Chicago will once again offer St. Patrick’s Day celebrations on Saturday, March 15, 2025, providing a front-row view of Chicago’s river dyeing from its LH Rooftop and LH on 21 indoor lounge. Guests will enjoy an open bar from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., featuring bottomless green beer, mimosas, and festive cocktails, along with a selection of breakfast bites. The event will also feature live entertainment with Chicago’s top DJs and complimentary St. Patrick’s Day swag. Prices start at $225 and are available on their website.
Sweetwater Grille & Tavern will host its annual Kegs N’ Eggs on Saturday, March 15, just steps from the Michigan Avenue parade route. From 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. (21+), guests can fuel up for the day with a Irish breakfast buffet, entertainment, and Irish flair. Bagpipers will also make appearances throughout the day. Breakfast buffet (included with ticket) includes scrambled eggs with cheddar, crispy Applewood smoked bacon, savory sausage links, Irish corned beef hash, Bailey’s and vanilla ice cream battered French toast, and fresh fruit salad. $6 Drink specials include Green beer (Miller Lite), Guinness, Bloody Marys, and Mimosas. Tickets are just $25 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.
Sweetwater will also feature limited-time Irish-inspired menu items available from Wednesday, March 12, through Monday, March 17 including Pastrami Reuben – Housemade pastrami, Swiss cheese, Russian dressing, bacon-braised sauerkraut, marble rye ($17.99); and Irish Mac N’ Cheese – Caramelized cabbage, beer-braised onions, bacon lardons, shredded corned beef, beer cheese sauce, smoked cheddar, garlic herb crumble, cavatappi ($21.99).
Starting at 11 AM on Saturday, March 15th, once the river is officially dyed green, you can book a Hot Tub Boat, a heated Duffy Boat, or a Cycle Boat cruise. Pricing varies and boats can be booked on their website.
Hot Tub Boats & Heated Duffy Boats – Both are BYOB and come equipped with Bluetooth speakers, cooler space, and waterproof phone cases on the Hot Tub Boats. Plus, new this year, after booking a CBC Duffy cruise, customers will have the option to add on themed-hot chocolates and/or comfort food from JoJo’s Shakebar!
Cycle Boat Cruise (March 15th only!) – For one day only, CBC is taking its Cycle Boats out for a pre-season spin in celebration of the Chicago River dyeing. The BYOB Cycle Boat includes a Bluetooth speaker, cooler space, and a professional captain so everyone on board can soak in the St. Patrick’s Day festivities. Gather up to 16 passengers for a 90-minute, pedal-powered ride while the river glows its peak emerald green.
River North
On Saturday, March 15, 2025, Hard Rock Café Chicago will host its final, 16th Annual "Get Shamrocked!" St. Patrick’s Day Celebration, featuring a full day of live music, drinks, and Irish-inspired fare, before closing at the end of March. Guests can enjoy performances from The Hat Guys and a special feature set by The Shannon Rovers, along with green beer, themed shots, and classic Irish fare. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., with live music until 5 p.m.. The celebration includes both an all-ages experience inside Hard Rock Café and a heated 21+ outdoor tent. A $5 suggested donation will benefit Hard Rock Heals Foundation.
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at I|O Godfrey, on Saturday, March 15, 2025. Guests can take in panoramic skyline views, fire pits, and water features while enjoying an all-inclusive party from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Tickets start at $75 and include bottomless beer, mimosas, and Bloody Marys, along with a full breakfast buffet. Tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite.
West Loop and Fulton Market
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Bandit on Two, the second floor of Bandit, on Saturday, March 15, 2025. From 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., ticket holders can enjoy a private event featuring a standard open bar with mimosas and well cocktails, passed bar bites, and festive green décor and swag. Table packages are available for both 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. time slots, and guests purchasing a table do not need separate general admission tickets, as entry is included in the package. All tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite.
Located on the 13th floor, The Penthouse at Fioretta will host an exclusive St. Patrick’s Day celebration on Saturday, March 15, 2025, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Guests can take in panoramic views of the Chicago skyline from the 13th-floor rooftop venue, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows and accordion-style doors that blend indoor and outdoor spaces. General admission tickets include entry to The Penthouse, an open bar with well cocktails, select beer, and wine, plus light passed appetizers and desserts. A live DJ and musicians will play throughout the event. Tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite.
Suburbs
Chicago Culinary Kitchen is a Texas-inspired barbecue restaurant offering quality meats that are smoked fresh daily over kiln-dried cherry wood. Beyond its barbecue, Chicago Culinary Kitchen also offers curated craft beer selection, offering the pairings for St. Patrick’s Day. They will have Dine-In & To-Go Specials - available Sunday, March 16 only featuring Corned Beef & Cabbage Special which includes ½ lb Smoked Corned Beef, Hot Potato Salad (8oz), Cabbage & Bacon (8oz), Marble Rye, and Mustard for $30. Additionally, guests can savor The Super Katz Sandwich, a Smoked Corned Beef Reuben sandwich topped with melted Havarti, sauerkraut, onion, 1000 Island, & sweet pickles on toasted marble rye for $17.95.
For those hosting a gathering, Chicago Culinary Kitchen’s catering packages offer everything needed for a St. Patrick’s Day celebration at home. Available for pre-order on Saturday, March 15 & Sunday, March 16. Orders can be placed via website or by calling 847-701-8243 by Monday, March 10.
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