Experience the thrill of St. Patrick's Day in Albufeira with a weekend of Irish festivities and local adventures. With mild weather and a chance of rain, it's the perfect time to explore the vibrant culture and thrilling activities this coastal city has to offer. Starting strong the Irish consulate invites you to begin the celebrations on the 14th of March at 7pm in the Penina Hotel in Alvor, with Dinner Dancing organised by the St. Patricks Association beginning at 7:30pm. For more information contact Mary on 962585622 or by email st.patricks.society.algarve@gmail.com. For members €40, non-members €45. Answer 1 of 15: Any ideas what bars will have entertainment on for St Patricks Day? are there many Irish Bars In Albufeira old town (Square area, near the Hotel-Sol-E-Mar). Best places to go for st paddys day this year x : Get Albufeira travel advice on Tripadvisor's Albufeira travel forum. St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at The Shamrock Irish Bar - 17 Mar in Albufeira. A family owned and run Irish bar situated in the ‘Old Town’, Centro Comercial California, Rua Cândido dos Reis, In 2024, the airport welcomed almost one million Irish passengers, and we are delighted to join the St. Patrick’s Day celebrations as a way to honour the strong and enduring ties between Ireland and the region." – Alberto Mota Borges, Faro Airport. Orchestra of the Algarve Concert - March 20th, 2025 With Easter early next year, St Patrick's Day is only a fortnight or so before the Easter weekend when things usually get going here. I would imagine that some of the 'Irish' bars might open a bit early and many of the rest will dusting down and getting ready for the new summer season. Edited: 1 year ago Answer 1 of 2: We arrive on Fri 17 March, which is st Patrick's day. Will the strip be very busy/noisy that evening. Are most bars open at this time of year? Also, has anyone stayed at the oura ocean view apartments, are they ok. St. Patrick's Day 2025 Events & Parades in Albufeira Answer 1 of 19: Hi,We will be traveling to Albufeira from March 15-22nd. We are just wondering if there will be many places open during this period to cater for us ALCOHOLIC paddys LOL. Answer 1 of 2: We arrive on Fri 17 March, which is st Patrick's day. Will the strip be very busy/noisy that evening. Are most bars open at this time of year? Also, has anyone stayed at the oura ocean view apartments, are they ok. Answer 1 of 14: Is there any parade on in Albufeira? Anywhere good to bring small kids on the day? Thanks! Answer 1 of 15: Any ideas what bars will have entertainment on for St Patricks Day? are there many Irish Bars In Albufeira old town (Square area, near the Hotel-Sol-E-Mar). Answer 1 of 14: Is there any parade on in Albufeira? Anywhere good to bring small kids on the day? Thanks! With Easter early next year, St Patrick's Day is only a fortnight or so before the Easter weekend when things usually get going here. I would imagine that some of the 'Irish' bars might open a bit early and many of the rest will dusting down and getting ready for the new summer season. Edited: 1 year ago After all, New York has a St. Patrick's Day parade to be sure! Given the number of Irish living & visiting the Algarve & given that Os Algarvios' love an excuse for a "Feriado", a St. Paddie's Day Parade in Albufeira or Lagos in 2018 might be a great idea! Answer 1 of 14: Is there any parade on in Albufeira? Anywhere good to bring small kids on the day? Thanks! Answer 1 of 2: We arrive on Fri 17 March, which is st Patrick's day. Will the strip be very busy/noisy that evening. Are most bars open at this time of year? Also, has anyone stayed at the oura ocean view apartments, are they ok. Answer 11 of 14: Is there any parade on in Albufeira? Anywhere good to bring small kids on the day? Thanks! Answer 1 of 14: Is there any parade on in Albufeira? Anywhere good to bring small kids on the day? Thanks!
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