Get ready to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day the paw-some way! Denver is going green, and that includes plenty of festive fun for our four-legged friends. Whether you want to dress up your pup in shamrocks, enjoy a dog-friendly parade, or sip a pint at a pet-friendly brewery, the Mile High City has plenty of ways to celebrate.
Grab your lucky leash and check out these dog-friendly St. Patrick’s Day events happening in Denver!
📍 Downtown Denver
📅 Saturday, March 15, 2025
🐶 Dog-Friendly? Yes, as long as pups are leashed and well-behaved!
One of the largest St. Patrick’s Day parades in the country, Denver’s annual parade is a must-see! With bagpipers, Irish dancers, festive floats, and plenty of green, it’s a fantastic event to bring your pup along for some socialization and fun. Just be sure to arrive early to grab a good viewing spot, and don’t forget water and treats for your pup!
📍 The Eddy Taproom & Hotel in Golden
📅 Saturday, March 15, 2025 from 12-4pm
🐶 Dog-Friendly? Absolutely!
The Eddy Taproom & Hotel is rolling out the green carpet for pups with their St. Puppy’s Day celebration! Expect a lively atmosphere filled with dog-friendly festivities, including a dog costume contest, special treats for pups, and plenty of Irish-inspired brews for their humans.
📍 Skiptown in RiNo
📅 Sunday, March 16, 2025
🐶 Dog-Friendly? Absolutely!
Lace up your pup’s favorite St. Paddy’s Day outfit and get ready to celebrate at Skiptown! “Hair of the Dog” is more than just a photoshoot – it’s a St. Patrick’s Day Paw-ty! Bring your dog for an afternoon of fun, games, and photo opportunities at Denver’s premier dog park and bar.
IMPORTANT: A TWO-STEP REGISTRATION PROCESS IS REQUIRED:
1. FIRST: Download the Skiptown app and create an account. This is required for entry to Skiptown. https://skiptown.io/locations/denver-co/
2. SECOND: After creating your Skiptown account, RSVP for your FREE ticket here. RSVPing helps us prepare for your arrival and ensure we can accommodate everyone. This ticket is FREE.
On the day of the event, Skiptown will collect a $15 entry fee upon your arrival at Skiptown RiNo.
📍 Five Points, Denver
📅 Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 2 pm
🐶 Dog-Focused!
Join the Five Points community for the 2nd Annual Green Street – St. Paddy’s Day Pet Parade! Dress your four-legged friends in their best green attire and march down historic Welton Street. The parade will be led by the Denver Brass Band, adding lively music to the festivities. After the parade, continue the celebration with a bar crawl featuring local establishments, live DJs, performers, and spoken word artists. This family-friendly event is open to all ages and aims to bring the community together in a spirited celebration of St. Patrick’s Day.
Additional Information:
For more details and updates, visit the Five Points Business Improvement District website: fivepointsbid.com
📍 Boulder Social
📅 Saturday, March 15, 2025 – Check-in starts at 11 am | Parade starts at 1 pm
🐶 Dog-Focused!
Join us at Boulder Social for the 2nd Annual St. Patrick’s Puppy Parade & Costume Contest on Saturday, March 15th! Activities & check-in start at 11am, parade starts at 1pm. $10 donation per dog goes to POSO Dog Rescue, get a Social Beer with your donation! Come early and stay late to catch all the furry fun: Costume contest with prizes after the parade, partner booths with fun giveaways and information, photos with your furry friend, adoptable pups from POSO dog Rescue, puppy menu with pup cups, and Irish fare & beer specials for parents.
Celebrate St. Pittie’s Day with a Pub Crawl on March 15! Get into the spirit by dropping by the shelter between now and March 15 to snag an exclusive St. Pittie’s Day T-shirt for just $25. Sport your stylish tee on March 15 and visit any of the participating locations, where you’ll unlock fantastic drink specials all day. Visit the event website for details!
March Adoption Special: What luck! $17 adoption fees all March long for pit bulls and pit bull mixes over 6 months old.
🍀 Keep an Eye on Crowds – Some events can get noisy and overwhelming, so make sure your pup is comfortable in the environment.
🍀 Dress for the Weather – March in Denver can be unpredictable, so check the forecast and dress your pup accordingly.
🍀 Avoid Alcohol & Human Snacks – Green beer is for humans only! Stick to dog-friendly treats to keep your pup safe.
🍀 Bring the Essentials – Pack water, poop bags, and maybe a portable mat or blanket for your pup to relax on.
Denver is full of paw-some ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with your four-legged best friend. Whether you’re cheering at the parade, enjoying a dog-friendly beer crawl, or competing in a costume contest, there’s no shortage of festive fun for pups and their humans.
How are you celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with your dog? Let us know in the comments below! Sláinte! ☘️🐾
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