March 9, 2023
St. Patrick’s Day is upon us and the Brighton Howell Area is ready to celebrate! Luckily for you, whether you’re looking for delicious Irish fare, bagpipes, step-dancers, or your yearly fix of green beer, you will find it here! Don your best green gear and watch for four-leaf clovers as you prepare to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in the Brighton Howell Area.
1. Cleary’s Pub
📍: Downtown Howell
Offering an Irish pub-style atmosphere, Cleary’s Pub in downtown Howell is one of the best places to spend this beloved holiday. Year-round you can enjoy classic Irish dishes, drinks, and flare. On St. Patrick’s Day, end your excursion by indulging in a hearty meal and green beer from this local favorite.
2. Bridget Gallager’s Irish Tours and Treasures
📍: Howell

Before you head out onto your St. Paddy’s Day adventures, stop by Bridget Gallager’s Irish Tours and Treasures. Find unique Irish treasures, must-have appeal, and all things Ireland. You can even book your very own intimate trip through Ireland.
3. Pinckney’s Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade
📍: Pinckney

If you’re looking for fun for the whole family, head to downtown Pinckney on Saturday the 18th for the Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Experience two live pipe bands and Irish dancers from the Michigan Irish Dance Academy. After the parade is finished, head to an area restaurant to warm up and grab a delicious bite to eat.
4. Bourbons
📍: Brighton
Bourbons in Downtown Brighton turns into the ultimate St. Patrick’s Day venue on March 17th. Enjoy Irish-inspired dishes perfectly paired with your favorite cocktails. Bring your friends to grab a bite to eat then get a drink to go and walk the downtown Social District.
5. Jameson’s Irish Pub
📍: Brighton

All year round you can enjoy classic Irish dishes at Jameson’s. On St. Patrick’s Day, listen to dueling pianos from 1pm to 6pm then 7pm to midnight go head to head. Be sure to wear green to ensure you don’t get pinched!
6. Brighton Howell Area Bakeries

The Brighton Howell Area is loaded with sugary treats to indulge your sweet tooth. M Street Baking Company offers holiday-themed treats for you to enjoy this St. Patrick’s Day. Be sure to check their social media for some hints of what to expect. Find a full list of Brighton Howell Area bakeries to enjoy this St. Paddy’s Day here.
7. The POUND! Bar & Grill
📍: Brighton
If you’re looking for all-day entertainment, head to The POUND! on St. Patrick’s Day! Rock out to live music from local artists like SugarTips, Jayme Orr, and DJ Derek all day long. Between sets, enjoy green beers, car bombs, and other Irish favorites.
There is no lack of places to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in the Brighton Howell Area! Wherever you go, remember to tag your photos with #ExploreBHA and @explorebrightonhowellarea,. Please celebrate responsibly. You can view our list of hotel accommodations here.
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Bridget Gallagher's Irish Tours and Treasures
201 S. Michigan Ave. Howell, MI 48843
Highlight On MapJameson's Irish Pub and Grill, East Grand River Avenue, Brighton, MI, USA
Highlight On MapThe POUND! Bar & Grill, 139 West Main Street, Brighton, MI, USA
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