Downtown San Jose is buzzing with festive events and activities during the month of March. Here’s a selection of holiday highlights you won’t want to miss. 

To make your visit even easier, check out ParkSJ.org for real-time updates on available parking. 

Friday March 14

Lucky Bar Weekend

Kick off the #DTSJ Lucky Bar Weekend March 14-17 with 22 participating restaurants, bars and clubs in Downtown San Jose. Enjoy drink specials all weekend long and get free St. Patrick’s Day swag. It’s also the final stretch to find as many Lucky the Leprechauns as you can for a chance to win gift cards to downtown businesses!

Click here for the full list of specials.

Saturday March 15

San Jose Shamrock Run

Kick-off your St. Patrick’s Day celebration at the San Jose Shamrock Run benefitting the San Jose – Dublin Sister City Pat McMahon Scholarship Program. The run starts and finishes at San Pedro Square in downtown San Jose. Come run or walk and enjoy the awesome O’Flaherty’s Irish Pub & Five Points post-race party, with live entertainment and more. Fun for the whole family! Registration opens at 7am. Check the event website for the race schedule.

Holi Fest 2025

Get ready for an unforgettable celebration of color, music, and culture at Holi Fest 2025! This exciting event, hosted by AIA, will take place on Saturday, March 15th, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM at the beautiful Discovery Meadow in San Jose, California.

Join thousands of revelers as we mark the arrival of spring with a vibrant explosion of colors, live Bollywood dance music, and exciting festivities. This is the largest Festival of Colors in downtown San Jose, offering an immersive experience filled with dancing, color throwing, and a lively atmosphere for friends and families alike.

Purchase tickets on Eventbrite

St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl (hosted by Crawl with Us)

Get ready to experience the ultimate St. Paddy’s Day celebration! On March 15, join us for an unforgettable bar crawl filled with green drinks, shamrocks, and non-stop fun! We’ll be hopping between the best bars in San Jose, enjoying exclusive drink specials, festive giveaways, and all the lively energy of St. Patrick’s Day.

Gather your crew, don your green, and get ready for a day packed with good times and great company. Whether you’re sipping on Irish whiskey, clinking glasses of green beer, or dancing to festive tunes, this crawl is the perfect way to make the most of St. Paddy’s Day. Check-in starts at 4pm.

Purchase tickets through Eventbrite

Sunday March 16

Rooftop Session w/ MISS DRE

Get ready for what’s set to be an unforgettable pre-St. Patrick’s Day celebration at Blanco, a charming rooftop venue with old-world appeal nestled in the heart of downtown San Jose.

Experience the electric energy of MISS DRE, house and techno’s unstoppable triple-threat DJ, producer, and vocalist. Known for her sultry vibrato, timeless hooks, and high-energy stage presence. Don’t miss the chance to vibe with dance music’s next big thing at this exclusive rooftop party. Celebrate with stunning views, good vibes, and all the St. Paddy’s spirit you can handle. No need to worry about rain—the terrace is covered.

Must be 21+ to enter, tickets and event details can be found on Eventbrite.

Lucky Sunday – St. Patrick’s Day Celebration

Welcome to the St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at Myth Lounge! Get ready to immerse yourself in a night of fun, music, and green vibes. Join us on Sun, Mar 16, 2025, at 5:00 PM for a memorable experience. Ages 21+.

Get your green outfits ready and come celebrate with us at Myth Lounge. We’ll have live music, festive decorations, and of course, plenty of drinks to keep the party going all night long. 

Free entry. Reserve your spot on Eventbrite.

Save the Date: Sunday, March 23

UPMA – Holi Carnival

Celebrate Colors, Music, and Magic Featuring Replica of Ram Mandir (Mathura Style Holi).

Join us for an unforgettable Holi celebration filled with vibrant colors, exhilarating music, and endless fun! Dive into the festive spirit, alongside incredible entertainment and activities for all ages.

Check out the event site for tickets and more information.