The Best St. Patrick’s Day Sitcom Episodes to Watch for 2025
St. Patrick’s Day isn’t just about wearing green and grabbing a pint—it’s also a great time to enjoy some festive TV comedy! Plenty of sitcoms have embraced the holiday with episodes featuring parades, pub brawls, and plenty of Irish luck (or misfortune). If you’re looking for the perfect lineup of St. Paddy’s Day laughs, check out these sitcom episodes that celebrate the holiday in hilarious ways.
Classic sitcoms with St. Patrick’s Day episodes
Cheers – “Bar Wars VII: The Naked Prey” (season 10, episode 18)
No bar does St. Patrick’s Day like Cheers! In this episode, the gang continues their long-running prank war with Gary’s Olde Towne Tavern, leading to an all-out Irish-themed battle of wits and mischief.
Frasier – “The Harassed” (season 11, episode 12)
Though not entirely focused on St. Patrick’s Day, Frasier is forced to host an Irish-themed radio segment, which naturally leads to plenty of cringeworthy moments as he struggles to embrace the holiday spirit.
Married… with Children – “The Hood, the Bud & the Kelly: Part 1” (season 9, episode 19)
Bud meets a leprechaun, and as you’d expect in the Bundy household, things go completely off the rails in this ridiculous episode.
The Simpsons – “Homer vs. the Eighteenth Amendment” (season 8, episode 18) – Springfield bans alcohol after a wild St. Patrick’s Day parade leads to chaos.
Dennis the Menace – “Dennis and the Leprechaun” (season 3, episode 26)
Dennis is convinced he’s found a real leprechaun, leading to a mischievous adventure filled with classic family-friendly humor.
St. Patrick’s Day episodes in modern comedy classics
The Office (U.S.) – “St. Patrick’s Day” (season 6, episode 19)
Michael tries to impress his new boss, Jo Bennett, while the rest of the office struggles through an unexpectedly long workday. Meanwhile, Andy and Erin attempt to make their first date happen amidst the holiday chaos.
It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia – “Charlie Catches a Leprechaun” (season 11, episode 8)
The gang takes their St. Patrick’s Day shenanigans to new heights when Charlie claims he’s caught a leprechaun, leading to some truly unhinged Paddy’s Pub antics.
Brooklyn Nine-Nine – “Cop-Con” (season 4, episode 22)
While not explicitly a St. Patrick’s Day episode, this one features a wild police convention filled with Irish pub vibes, over-the-top partying, and classic Jake Peralta chaos.
30 Rock – “St. Patrick’s Day” (season 6, episode 12)
Liz Lemon tries to avoid her obnoxious Irish ex-boyfriend, but fate—and the luck of the Irish—has other plans for her.
How I Met Your Mother – “No Tomorrow” (season 3, episode 12) – Ted and Barney go out for an unforgettable (and morally questionable) St. Patrick’s Day party.
Family-friendly laughs for St. Patrick’s Day
The Middle – “The Luck of the Irish” (season 9, episode 15)
Mike Heck discovers that his family may have Irish roots, sparking a new enthusiasm for celebrating St. Patrick’s Day in the Heck household.
Mike & Molly – “St. Patrick’s Day” (season 3, episode 17)
Mike tries his best to embrace the holiday spirit, but things get out of hand when he goes all-in on celebrating.
2 Broke Girls – “And the Kilt Trip” (season 3, episode 19)
Max and Caroline find themselves working at a rowdy St. Patrick’s Day party, leading to plenty of drunken hijinks and memorable moments.
Whether you prefer classic sitcoms like Cheers and Frasier or modern hits like The Office and It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, there’s a perfect St. Patrick’s Day comedy for you. So grab your green attire, pour yourself a festive drink, and enjoy some laughs with these sitcom gems.
