St. Patrick's Day is March 17 and there are many great local events to help you celebrate!

Saturday, March 8
• Pups and Pattys at WOB Bar & Kitchen, 1944 Skibo Rd.-11 a.m.
Prepare to celebrate at Pups and Patty's, a St. Patrick's Day feast designed for you and your furry friend! Sample Irish-inspired snacks and beverages, and mingle with other pet owners and their dogs. For more information visit https://tinyurl.com/bddjrsdv

• Lucky Drink Coasters at North Regional Library-10:30 a.m.
Create a festive St. Patrick's Day atmosphere by decorating a beverage coaster with Celtic or seasonal patterns. Registration is required by calling 910-483-7727 ext. 1436

Monday, March 10
• St. Paddy's Week Events at Heckler Brewing Company, 5780 Ramsey St. #102
Heckler has a whole week of events planned starting with Irish Food on Monday and ending with St.. Paddy's Day celebration on Monday, March 17. For more information visit https://www.facebook.com/hecklerbrewing

Wednesday, March 12
• St.. Patrick's Day Potluck at Hoke County Public Library, 334 N Main St., Raeford-Noon Bring a dish to share and celebrate. The remaining items after the celebration will go to their Open Door Soup Kitchen. For more information visit https://tinyurl.com/33sbnben

Friday, March 14
• Irish Mingle at Lavish Rose Boutique, 121 S. 5th St., Saint Pauls-5 p.m. Girls' night out that includes boutique clothing, a custom charm bar, trucker hat bar, permanent jewelry, botox, brow waxing and more. For more information visit https://tinyurl.com/2p9nrfc5

Saturday, March 15
• St.. Patrick's Day-Fayetteville Marksmen at Crown Complex - 6 p.m. Join the Marksmen in their Irish green jerseys for St.. Patrick's Day hockey action against Evansville. Don't forget your green! For more information visit https://tinyurl.com/mph2a47d

• St..Paddy's Day Beer Mile at Dirtbag Ales-2 p.m. Rogue Alpha Athletics has teamed up with Dirtbag Ales in Hope Mills, NC, to host the St.. Paddy's Day Beer Mile. Participants may run, jog, walk, or crawl the 1-mile-ish route while enjoying four 10oz beers from Dirtbag Ales' brewery. For more information visit https://tinyurl.com/aaas7tc6

• St. Patrick's Day Event at Gaston Brewery Taproom, 421 Chicago Drive-Noon Join in for food trucks, themed drinks, vendors, Irish food, kids’ crafts, and more. For more information visit https://tinyurl.com/2ktdcjbd

• Saint Patrick's Day Parade at 1 Village Green Rd.. W., Pinehurst -10 a.m. The Village of Pinehurst will celebrate Irish heritage during the yearly Saint Patrick's Day Parade. Colorful floats & Celtic merriment await everyone who joins the festivities! For more information visit https://tinyurl.com/4djhp6wh

• March 2025 Monthly Meal-St. Patty's Day Meal at American Legion Post 230, 1654 Veterans Dr., Spring Lake-4 p.m. The signature dish of this feast is freshly prepared corned beef, served alongside root vegetables including potatoes, cabbage, carrots, and turnips, plus dessert. Adults pay $12, and kids under 12 pay $6. Everyone is welcome. For more information visit https://tinyurl.com/yc6mdk6f

• St. Patty's Day Celebration at Static Line Brewing Co, 1671 Buffalo Lake Rd.., Sanford-Noon. Eat, Drink & be Irish! Enjoy games, food, small-batch limited-release beer, karaoke, and more. For more information visit https://tinyurl.com/mr32y84r

• St. Patrick's Themed Brunch at WOB Bar & Kitchen, 1944 Skibo Rd.-11 a.m. Celebrate St.. Patrick's Day with an unforgettable brunch experience! With Irish-themed dishes and emerald-colored brews, they're offering special holiday menu items to help you embrace the festive mood. For more information visit https://tinyurl.com/y77u4zu4

• Saint Patrick Party at Dad Bod Dive Bar, 444 W. Russell St.-1 p.m. Enjoy a DJ, door prizes, green beer, a special menu and drink specials. For more information visit https://tinyurl.com/3sa874z8

• Leprechaun Scavenger Hunt at Cape Fear Botanical Garden -9 a.m. Find the ten sneaky leprechauns hidden throughout the Garden and earn a fun prize in the Gift Shop. (This is a self-guided tour) For more information visit https://tinyurl.com/5bw4e6sm

Sunday, March 16
• St. Patrick's Day at 305 Legion Dr., Sanford-3 p.m. Catch The Back Alley Katts playing live from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Also enjoy corned beef and cabbage and other Irish food, a costume contest, and prizes. For more information visit https://tinyurl.com/546tsafs

Monday, March 17
• St.Patrick’s Day Party at Stewart's Tavern, 116 N Main St., Raeford-5 p.m.-Head out to Stewart’s to celebrate St.. Patrick’s Day. Don’t forget to wear your green. For more information visit https://tinyurl.com/4a4ffnwf