The Rochester Caledonian Pipe Band has announced the schedule for its annual Parade of Pubs. If you want to party with the pipers, check out the details of their stops below.

St. Patrick’s Day in Rochester means green beer, corned beef, and the Rochester Caledonia Pipe Band is always a highlight of the celebrations. This year they’ll make 11 stops during the day, bringing the rich tradition of Highland bagpipe music to the residents of Rochester. You can see their full schedule at the bottom of this post.

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You'll definitely want to bundle up if you're heading out. Spring is coming, but it's not here quite yet. The luck of the Irish isn't bringing the warmth this year, as high temps for St. Patrick's Day will only be in the low 20s.

2026 St. Patrick’s Day Parade of Pubs in Rochester

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The Rochester Caledonian Pipe Band will perform at 11 establishments on Tuesday. Here's where you need to go to see them live:

  • 11:30 AM – Pappy’s

  • 12:15 PM – Beetle’s

  • 1:00 PM – VFW

  • 1:45 PM – Olde Brick House

  • 2:30 PM – Wildwood

  • 3:15 PM – Charlie’s Eatery & Pub

  • 4:00 PM – Whistle Binkies North

  • 6:00 PM – Five West

  • 6:45 PM – Bull’s Bierhaus

  • 7:30 PM – Eagles Club

  • 8:15 PM – Whistle Binkies South

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