Penn State's State Patty's Day Prop Bets Revealed

From Eagles chants to lost friends, the annual State College celebration is full of wild possibilities.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Onward State has released its annual prop bets for Penn State's State Patty's Day celebration, covering everything from how many times "I'm Shipping Up to Boston" will be played to the number of green-clad revelers that will be spotted. The tongue-in-cheek wagers highlight the raucous and unpredictable nature of the student-created St. Patrick's Day tradition in State College.

Why it matters

State Patty's Day has become one of the biggest party weekends at Penn State, drawing thousands of students and visitors to the college town. While the festivities bring energy and excitement, they also raise concerns about public safety, underage drinking, and general debauchery. These prop bets offer a lighthearted look at the types of antics and mishaps that often occur during the annual celebration.

The details

The prop bets cover a wide range of potential scenarios, from hearing a "Go Birds" chant from Eagles fans to losing track of friends and ending up at the local bar Doggie's. The odds range from 3-1 for paying an excessive bar cover to 50-1 for being able to lay down without issue at the end of the day. Other bets include the number of times "I'm Shipping Up to Boston" is played, the number of green-clad revelers, and the total dollars spent in a single day.

  • State Patty's Day takes place annually in State College, Pennsylvania.

The players

Onward State

A student-run news organization covering Penn State University.

Evan Kalikow

Co-founder of Onward State, who provided an explanation of what prop bets are.

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What they’re saying

“A prop bet is short for proposition bet. Basically, it's a bet on something not commonly betted upon. For example, lots of people bet on the score of the Super Bowl, but how many people bet on how many times the winning coach will say 'humbled' in the post-game press conference? That's a prop bet.”

— Evan Kalikow, Co-founder, Onward State (Onward State)

What’s next

Onward State will likely continue its tradition of releasing prop bets for State Patty's Day in the coming years, providing a humorous and insightful look at the annual celebration.

The takeaway

State Patty's Day has become a beloved, if sometimes raucous, tradition at Penn State, and these prop bets offer a lighthearted glimpse into the types of antics and mishaps that often occur during the festivities. While the event raises concerns about public safety and responsible behavior, it also showcases the energy and camaraderie of the Penn State community.