If you’re looking for the best way to celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day in Omaha, Nebraska, this is your guide.
Every March, Omaha goes all out with the annual downtown parade, festive 5Ks and packed Irish pubs pouring Guinness, Jameson and all the favorites. From planning a family morning at the parade or a full-day pub crawl with friends, here’s everything happening for St. Patrick’s Day in Omaha!
Omaha St. Patrick’s Day Parade – March 14, 2026
The 148th St. Patrick’s Day Parade in downtown Omaha, hosted by the Ancient Order of Hibernians – Omaha Division, is one of the city’s most loved traditions.
This year’s parade takes place on Saturday, March 14, with the parade stepping off at 11:00 AM in downtown Omaha.
Expect marching bands, Irish dancers, festive floats, local organizations, and thousands of people lining the streets in every shade of green. It’s family-friendly, high-energy, and a perfect way to kick off St. Patrick’s Day weekend in Omaha.
Heads up: Due to construction, this year’s parade is held on Capitol Avenue, not in the Old Market. Arrive early for parking, dress in layers, and plan to stay downtown afterward, as the celebration continues all afternoon!
St. Patrick’s Day Runs & Marthons in Omaha
If you prefer to earn your green beer, Omaha’s St. Patrick’s Day races are part of the fun.
Several themed runs pop up across the metro each year, including traditional 5Ks, Half Ks and Half Marathons. Expect green tutus, shamrock sunglasses, Irish music at the starting line, and plenty of post-race celebrating. Even if you’re not running, the atmosphere makes it worth stopping by!
Local favorites races include:
- Leprechaun Chase 10K
- Omaha Blarney Stone 5K
- The Shamrock Run at Aksarben Village
- Time to Paddy 5k/10k and Lucky 13.1 Half Marathon
Irish Pubs in Omaha
Looking for the best Irish pubs in Omaha for St. Patrick’s Day? Here they are listed alphabetically so you can plan your route to Jameson & Gingers wisely.
- Annie’s Irish Pub
- Barry O’s
- Barrett’s Barleycorn Pub & Grill
- Brazen Head Irish Pub
- Burke’s Pub
- Clancy’s Pub
- Cunningham’s
- Dubliner Pub
- Donohue’s Pub
- Lefty O’Toole’s
- Maloney’s Irish Pub
- O’Leaver’s Pub
- Paddy McGown’s Pub and Grill
- Sean O’Casey’s Pub
- Shammy’s Pub & Grill
- Sullivan’s Bar
Many of these pubs have specials all weekend and open early on St. Patrick’s Day. They offer live music, themed menus, and all-day celebrations. Check each of their social pages for specific 2026 event details!
If you’re planning your St. Patrick’s Day in Omaha, save this guide, send it to your group chat, and start mapping out your day now.
From the downtown Omaha parade to festive 5Ks to the city’s best Irish pubs, there are so many ways to celebrate.
Sláinte, friends. 🍀
— Cara
