Quad Cities St. Patrick’s Day Events 2026: Parade Race & Party

St. Patrick's Day is right around the corner, and Quad City is ready to party. We want you to know the events happening in the area so you can get your Irish on.

First: St. Patrick's Day RACE

On Saturday, March 14, it’s CASI’s annual St. Patrick’s Day Race. The races start and finish at 129 Main St. in downtown Davenport, Iowa. Three race categories are offered:

• 9:00 a.m. Tot Trot;
• 9:30 a.m. 1-mile Family Run/Walk;
• 10:00 a.m. 5K Run/Walk.

For those who see exercising as a "fun time," this event is for you.

Second: St. Patrick's Day PARADE

This parade is incredibly special because it's the ONLY interstate St. Patrick’s Day Parade in the nation. The Quad Cities Grand Parade XXXVII is Saturday, March 14, in downtown Rock Island, Illinois. The route winds its way across the Centennial Bridge and marches into downtown Davenport, Iowa.

Every year, massive crowds take over the streets to catch a glimpse of the colorful floats, traditional Irish dancers, bagpipe bands, and proud family clans. The St. Patrick Society of the Quad Cities organizes this event, which has been officially ranked as one of the top ten St. Patrick’s Day parades in North America. The two-hour event kicks off at 11:30 a.m. in downtown Rock Island and wraps up by 1:30 p.m. across the river in downtown Davenport.

Third: St. Patrick's Day PARTIES

The 2026 St. Patrick’s Day Bash is a massive, two-day community celebration. It's one of the largest Irish parties in the Quad Cities. This free-admission event features a high-energy lineup of live music, a festive kick-off parade, and the crowd-favorite "Flying Leprechaun" skydivers. Families can take advantage of a dedicated Kids Zone filled with bounce houses and games, while adults can enjoy classic fair food and seasonal staples like corned beef and cabbage. Whether you're there for the concerts, the unique sights, or the pop-up "Shamrock Shaker" bar, it’s a full weekend of holiday fun designed for all ages.

St. Patrick's Day Bar Crawl 

Join the Official Lucky's St. Patrick's Day Bar Crawl on March 14 from 4 pm - 10pm. Get tickets and start at Daquiri Factory, with the crawl sending you to UP Skybar & Lounge, Blackhawk Bowl, The Gatsby Cocktail Lounge, and M Lounge.

Other Places To Celebrate:

• Me & Billy, Mac’s, Kilkenney’s and others in downtown Davenport
• Icon’s, The Stern Center and others in downtown Rock Island
• O’Keefe’s in downtown Moline
• Public House in Davenport
• Harrington’s Pub in Bettendorf
• Circle Tap in Davenport
• The Ridge in Davenport

Get our free mobile app