Lake Charles St. Patrick’s Day Events Guide 2026

Lake Charles, Louisiana (KNGT-FM) - St. Patrick’s Day is one of the most fun holidays of the year for many people across Southwest Louisiana. Every March, people throw on their green shirts, hats, and beads to celebrate Irish culture with friends, food, and drinks.

Some people celebrate with a glass of Irish whiskey, while others prefer a pint of green beer. No matter how you celebrate, there are plenty of events happening around Lake Charles this year to help you get into the St. Patrick’s Day spirit.

We've got a few events taking place in Lake Charles on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, and we've got everything you need to know...

St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated every year on March 17. It honors Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. Saint Patrick lived more than 1,500 years ago and is known for helping spread Christianity across Ireland.

According to stories, he used a three-leaf clover called a shamrock to explain the idea of the Holy Trinity. Over time, the shamrock became a symbol of the holiday.

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Looking for something to do on Tuesday for St. Patrick's Day? Here are a few things going on around Southwest Louisiana...

MacFarlane’s Annual St. Patrick’s Day Festival

Location: MacFarlane's Celtic Pub
Date: March 17, 2026
Time: Starts at 8:00 AM
Highlights: Brunch at 6 AM, lunch at 11 AM, live music, vendors, tastings, fire dancers, drink specials
Cost: Free

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Dachshund Dash of Lake Charles

Location: MacFarlane's Celtic Pub
Date: March 17, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Cost: Free to watch, $10 per dog to enter
Details: Dachshund races with costumes and prizes

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St. Patrick’s Day Celebration

Location: Crying Eagle Brewing Company
Date: March 17, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Highlights: $5 pints, Irish beers, Green Louisiana Lager, Jameson shots, Irish coffees, Doubloon Hunt
Cost: Free to attend

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