17th of March is St. Patrick’s Day! And with the Irish national holiday approaching, there are of course many events you can attend. In this post, we’ll let you know about the best St. Patrick’s Day events in Dublin – from parties and concerts to treasure hunts and most importantly, the big St. Patrick’s Day parade through the streets of the Irish capital.
St. Patrick’s Day parade
We’re starting off with the highlight of the festivities: the St. Patrick’s Day parade. About half a million people visited the parade last year, and this year will be no different. Take your place along the parade route through the city and experience marching bands from all over the world, dancers and musicians and of course beautiful costumes in the Irish national colours. And make sure to also show your Irish pride with something green!
St. Patrick’s week at the Guinness Storehouse
Guinness Storehouse is one of the main attractions for tourists and for anyone interested in the history and production behind the famous Irish beer. Naturally, they do have a special for St. Patrick’s Day week offering visitors live traditional and contemporary music performances as well as Irish dancing from March 14th to 18th. For autistic and sensory-sensitive visitors, there will also be a reduced sensory experience on March 12th.
Dublin City Council St. Patrick’s Festival Treasure Hunt
Grab your friends or family and take part in the St. Patrick’s Festival Treasure Hunt! Taking place on March 15th, 2025, this treasure hunt takes you to venues all over the city where you have to collect stamps and solve cues with your group. Register your group with up to four people in advance online or on the day at the Wood Quay Offices. You’ll get a team pack before you start and the best-dressed group according to the theme “adventures” will also win a special prize. The treasure hunt is won by the group returning the fastest.
Céilí Mór le Dearbhla Lennon on Merrion Square West
This event takes place from 2pm – 5pm on March 17th and promises visitors an afternoon full of fun, great live music and learning! Led by former Riverdancer Dearbhla Lennon, people of all ages can learn the steps to traditional dances during this bilingual outdoor event. Also, there is no entrance fee. So, take your family or some friends and celebrate traditional Irish dance and music and the Irish language!
City Funfair
From Saturday to Monday, the City Funfair will be at Custom House Quay and light up the Dublin sky in bright colours. Here, you can enjoy waltzers, bumper cars, carousels and more. Tickets are sold separately at each attraction.
Party on St. Patrick’s Day
If you want to celebrate on Saturday, Sunday or on St. Patrick’s Day itself, the city’s bars and clubs are the places to go! With special events and a whole lot of decorations for the occasion, they are certainly prepared for the green-clad visitors from all over Ireland and many other countries. Just make sure to check if you have to buy tickets online for the venue you want to visit – especially on March 16th and 17th.
Choose your favourite St. Patrick’s Day events in Dublin
Whether you only want to see the parade, go out with your friends, or learn something new about Ireland and its traditions – this year’s St. Patrick’s Festival has got a lot to offer. So make sure to grab your favourite people, sport a green outfit and enjoy the festivities!
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