Montana is known for its wide open spaces and grandiose mountain views, but it's also the home to some of the most vibrant Irish culture in the country. From Butte to Bozeman, Missoula, Billings, and even Great Falls, you'll find St. Patty's Day pub crawls, parades, and Celtic fairs! Here are some events that are at the top of our St. Patrick's Day to-do list this year:
1. Butte, MT
2. Run to the Pub, Bozeman, MT
3. St. Patrick's Day Parade & Celtic Fair in Billings, MT
On Saturday, March 15th, 2025, head to downtown Billings for the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade & Celtic Fair-- a fun-filled day of Irish festivities and entertainment you won’t want to miss!
42 years strong! Presented by Downtown Billings Alliance & Hooligans Sports Bar, gather with your friends and family to enjoy the over 40 festival floats, street food, music, cloggers, and bag-pipers, commemorating an event that has been a tradition in the Billings community for four decades.
Enjoy a free day of live entertainment, amplified music, festive activities, and more! There's something for everyone at this one-of-a-kind event. The parade kicks off at 11:00 AM, followed by the Celtic Fair & Street Party under Skypoint. Bring the whole family for a day of fun! Learn more here.

Photo courtesy of Billings, Montana's Trailhead
4. Missoula, MT
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in style and revel in the festivities that Missoula has to offer! Get ready for a day of fun and adventure in Missoula on March 15, 2025!
Ready to hit the pavement? Take part in the Run for the Luck of It 5k race! Whether you want to run 7 miles or a 5K, you can sweat it out and reap the rewards: chip timing, a custom designed pint glass, a post-race beer and a hot snack! Lace up your running shoes and sign up today!
If you're not the type to partake in a race on a holiday, don't worry, there is plenty of St Patrick's Day fun in Missoula for you! Join the parade and enjoy the festivities on the second Saturday of March for the annual St Patrick's Day Parade. Parade route goes from Spruce & Higgins to Grizzly Grocery at Beckwith & Higgins. More information here!
Photo Courtesy of The Missoulian
5. St. Paddy's Day & Western Art Week Celebration at The Celtic Cowboy in Great Falls, MT
- Monday, March 17 - Rattlin' Bogs @ 6-9 pm
- Thursday, March 20 - Cash Muretta @ 6-9 pm
- Friday, March 21 - Wiley & The Wild West @ 6-9 pm
- Saturday, March 22 - Big Sky Country @ 6-9 pm
Talk about an incredible lineup! Learn more about this week-long celebration here.

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