St Patrick’s Day Celebrations in Europe
As the spring season creeps closer, every country has their own festival or holiday to celebrate the arrival of better weather. These holidays are almost always worth traveling for, whether you want to see the ornate masks of Carnival in Venice or the sea of green in Ireland for St Patrick’s Day. If you’re planning a trip to Ireland for St Patrick’s Day, there’s still time to book Dublin hotels. In Dublin, the holiday is expanded to include 5 days of parades, concerts, crafts...
February 26th, 2011 | Jessica Colley | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: festivals, holidays, St. Patrick's Day
St. Patty’s Day in Honolulu
... short on Irish spirit. This Wednesday, downtown Honolulu will dress up in green, chug green beer and party on Nu’uanu Street as part of its St. Patrick’s Day Chinatown Block Party. But if this enormous street party isn’t your style, there are plenty of other trendy spots to choose from to join in the Irish festivities. Here’s a little breakdown of the parties going down on Wednesday, March 17.
DOWNTOWN HONOLULU:
St. Patrick’s Day Chinatown Block Party: Thousands of...
March 17th, 2010 | byun | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: featuredarticle, festivities, holiday, St. Patrick's Day
Celebrate St Patrick’s Day at Durty Nelly’s Bar & Print Room Restaurant
Tomorrow is St Patrick’s Day, so why not embrace Irish culture with an authentic meal at Durty Nelly’s Bar & Print Room Restaurant?
Durty Nelly’s was built in the mid 19th century, making it one of the oldest pubs in Paddington. The Print Room part of the name comes from a popular 18th century ideas, where stylish ladies would paste their favourite prints on the walls of a room.
The restaurant serves up Irish-inspired dishes including open ravioli with wild mushroom duxelle, tarragon, and...
March 16th, 2010 | Lauren Katulka | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: featuredarticle, food and drink, irish restaurants, St. Patrick's Day
St Patrick’s Day Festival
Where else but Dublin would the St Patrick’s Day celebrations go on for days?
The St Patrick’s Festival in the capital city is on from 12 – 17 March this year. Anticipation for the big day has been growing since the weekend – with events for family, comedy, music, and even film. All the festivities will commence on Wednesday as the parade winds its way through the city center. And the weathermen are even forecasting sunshine.
Dubliners take their costumes seriously, and shamrocks...
March 15th, 2010 | Jessica Colley | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: featuredarticle, festivals, holidays, St. Patrick's Day
Toast a Green Beer at These Chicago Irish Bars
Looking for a true Irish bar or pub to toast a green beer at this St. Patrick’s Day?
You’re in luck.
Chicago has more Irish watering holes than most U.S. cities, giving you plenty of choices to enjoy Irish beer and specialty dishes like shepherd’s pie.
Top Irish bar and pub contenders in the Windy City include:
Celtic Crossing in River North (751 N. Clark St.; map it) – With owners who come from Ireland (and even a working stone fireplace made by a resident of Ireland’s County Clare)...
March 14th, 2010 | Lisa Davis | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: featuredarticle, Restaurants & Bars, St. Patrick's Day
In Honor of St. Paddy’s Day: Irish Pubs
... per the menu, is “open late.”
Prices: Menu: Appetizers start at $3.50, pizzas at $8, and sandwiches under $6.
Remember three things this St. Patrick’s Day: Wear green, secure a designated driver, and take an aspirin before your head hits the pillow. And as the Irish say, “If you’re lucky enough to be Irish…you’re lucky enough!”
Photo credit: SXC 1, 2
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March 13th, 2010 | Christina Uticone | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Food & Beverage, Restaurants & Bars, St. Patrick's Day
Celebrate St. Patty’s Day Lower Greenville Style
Dallas has a tradition of doing St. Patrick’s Day up big with the annual parade and after parties. Whether you are a genuine Irishman (or woman) or just enjoy the green beer and festivities, there is plenty of fun for everyone.
This year Dallas will be hosting the Dash Down Greenville 5K Run and Fun Walk prior to the parade for those who want to warm up for the day’s festivities. The event begins and ends at the Central Market on the corner of Greenville Avenue and Lover’s Lane (map) at 8:30am....
March 10th, 2010 | LissaCarol | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: festival, parade, St. Patrick's Day
2 Big St. Patrick’s Day Parades in DC
Take in two big annual St. Patrick’s Day Parades in Washington DC and Alexandria, Virginia over the St. Pat’s Day weekend.
Alexandria, Virginia Saint Patrick’s Day Parade
It’s a full day of fun with not just a big St’ Patty’s Day parade, but also a classic car show featuring 50 antique and classic cars, and the always popular Fun Dog Show.
Alexandria, Virginia Saint Patrick’s Day Parade
King Street from West to Fairfax Street
Alexandria, Virginia
Dates & Times – Saturday,...
March 8th, 2010 | Jon Rochetti | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Events, featuredarticle, parades, St. Patrick's Day
Seattle St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Irish Festival
Irish eyes are smilin’ in Seattle, with preparations and festivities under way for Seattle’s annual Irish Festival.
Kicking off the weekend is Saturday’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade. The parade starts at 4th & Jefferson (map) and meanders through the city streets,with a reviewing stand at Westlake Park (map) ending at the Seattle Center. Individuals or small groups are free to join in the parade, no pre-registration required, just link up behind the county or province where you think...
March 6th, 2010 | Mary Jo Manzanares | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: featuredarticle, festivals, parades, St. Patrick's Day
Chicago’s Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade
... of the biggest St. Patrick’s Day parades in the United States.
This year Chicago kicks off its St. Patrick’s Day celebrations with its annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Saturday, March 13 starting at noon. (Reminder: Watch the Chicago River be dyed green that day at 10:45 a.m.)
The parade, which you might recognize from the Harrison Ford movie The Fugitive, is led by Chicago’s Mayor Richard M. Daly and runs along Columbus Drive.
For a spectator, the parade never disappoints with...
March 1st, 2010 | Lisa Davis | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: community events, culture, featuredarticle, parades, St. Patrick's Day
Are you looking for something to do on St. Patrick’s Day?
St. Patrick’s Day is meant to get a little crazy, and there isn’t a better place to get a little crazy than at an energetic Irish Pub. Here’s a run-down of some in the area and what’s going on at each on March 17th.
Paddy Mac’s in Palm Beach Gardens: Come out to Paddy Mac’s for music, food, fun and prizes. They will be serving a special menu all day featuring corned beef and cabbage. The David Goodman duo will be performing from 4:45-7:45 and Acoustic Remedy...
March 15th, 2009 | klynch | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: corned beef, Events, florida, going out, Irish, march 17, Restaurants & Bars, St. Patrick's Day
Get Ready for an Irish Weekend
Why wait till St. Patrick’s Day to get in the Irish spirit, when there’s lot of Irish festivities leading up to the big green day!
Start the festivities off with the St. Patrick’s Day Parade, on Saturday, March 14th, 2009. The parade starts at 12:30 pm at 4th & Jefferson (downtown), goes past the Reviewing Stand at Westlake Park, and ends at the Seattle Center. Closing ceremonies are at 2 pm.
Everyone is invited to participate in the parade. Just figure out the province...
March 10th, 2009 | Mary Jo Manzanares | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Events, Family Friendly, Food & Beverage, Irish Festival, parades, People - Interesting Local People, People Watching, Performing Arts - Theater & Dance, Seattle-Center, St. Patrick's Day
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