You won’t need the luck of the Irish to find St. Patty’s fun in downtown Phoenix, because we’ve got it all right here! We’ve gathered some of the best – and most delicious – spots to raise a pint this St. Patrick’s Day. Sláinte!
Celebration of Irish Culture
McClelland Irish Library. Photo: Mike Moore
The Irish Cultural Center and McClelland Library will host their annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration on March 17 at the Center and Library from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Activities will be spread throughout the day including craft demonstrations, Family Story Hour, crafts for kids, a genealogy information booth, a kid’s scavenger hunt, live music, traditional food, and the historical exhibit “Remembering the Easter Rising: Historical Context and Cultural Legacy.”
Get in on the fun for one low admission fee of $20 for adults and $10 for kids 6 – 17. Looking for discounted tickets? Come from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. or 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. for $10 adult admission and $5 for kids 6 – 17. Kids 5 and under are free all day. Purchase your tickets for a fun-filled day celebrating Irish culture at the Irish Cultural Center and McClelland Library here. Find more event information at azirish.org.
When: Friday, March 17 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Where: Irish Cultural Center and McClelland Library, 1106 N Central Ave.
Seamus McCaffrey’s 25th Annual St. Paddy’s Day Street Party
Join Seamus McCaffrey’s for their 25th Annual St. Paddy’s Day Street Party on Friday, March 17. Seamus McCaffrey’s has been a Valley favorite for almost three decades and is known for having the largest scotch selection in the state. With a full selection of whiskeys and specialty Irish beers on tap, what better place could there be to spend St. Patricks’s Day?
Bands are schedule to perform throughout the day and night including Seanachie, Saints of Eirinn and Traveler. The event also features a beer garden and standard Seamus McCaffrey’s fare. Order up some corned beef and cabbage, fish and chips, or shepherd’s pie to soak up the excesses of the day in a delicious fashion.
Entry to the block party is $10 at the door. All proceeds benefit the United Phoenix Firefighters Emerald Society. For more information, visit Seamus McCaffrey’s on Facebook.
When: Friday, March 17 from 9 a.m. to 2 a.m. (March 18)
Where: Seamus McCaffrey’s, 18 W Monroe St.
St. Patrick’s Day at the Rose and Crown
The Rose and Crown will open at 7 a.m. and keep the St. Patrick’s Day spirit alive into the wee hours of the morning. Live music acts will play all day and the kitchen will serve up a limited menu of traditional Irish fare including corned beef and cabbage, beef and Guinness stew, fish and chips and more. Plus you can join in the fun without having to pay a cover charge, so there’s a little extra beer money for you!
When: Friday, March 17 from 7 a.m. to 2 a.m. (March 18)
Where: The Rose and Crown Pub, 628 E. Adams St.
St. Patrick’s Day Specials at Sosoba
Chef Tyler Wilson will be looking to his Irish roots to craft his corned beef and cabbage and mix up a deliciously unique steaming hot bowl of ramen for the holiday! Introducing the McDrop – House-made corned beef brisket, cabbage, ramen noodles, in a beef bone broth. Christian Jenkins, Tyler Christensen and the crew at the bar will be mixing cocktails and drink specials for the festivities.
When: Friday, March 17, 11 a.m. to Saturday, March 18, 2 a.m.
Where: Sosoba, 214 W Roosevelt St.
LUSTRE Rooftop Bar Annual St. Patrick’s Day Pool Party
Photo courtesy of LUSTRE Rooftop Bar
LUSTRE Rooftop Bar at Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix will be hosting their St. Patrick’s Annual Pool Party. Live music starts at 1 p.m. Specials include green beer and cocktails, Hell-Cat Maggie cocktails and delicious Irish food. Wear green to redeem drink specials on the hour, every hour.
For more information visit lustrerooftopbar.com. For VIP packages email jason.carlton@kimptonhotels.com.
When: Saturday, March 18, 1 p.m.
Where: LUSTRE Rooftop Bar, 2 E Jefferson St.
