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St. Patrick’s Day in Vancouver falls on March 17, and throughout the week, various Irish celebrations unfold, including the vibrant Vancouver’s CelticFest, lively pub parties, and a medley of Irish-themed events. In the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day season of 2025, expect a range of festivities and an assortment of other engaging events. 53rd St Patrick’s Day Festival @ The Blarney Stone (Mar. 17) – Celebrate at Vancouver's longest-standing Irish pub all day long with doors opening at 9am for an Irish brunch party with live bands, Celtic dancers, an Irish piper, and a DJ. To celebrate its 53rd St. Patrick’s Day, the Gastown alehouse is starting at 9 a.m. with an Irish Brunch Party. All-day entertainment includes live bands, Celtic dancers, a piper and DJ Zeus. ST. PATRICK’S IN VICTORIA. If you plan to be on Vancouver Island in March then be sure to check out Victoria’s St. Patrick’s Day Festival. In 2024 the event took place on Sunday, March 10th, so about one week before St. Patrick’s Day. 2025 details are TBC. Click St. Patrick’s Day Festival in Victoria to learn more. When: Friday, March 14, 2025 Where: 7 Alexander St. and pubs around Gastown Cost: $17.31 Sponsored pick: Gastown St. Paddy’s Day Street Party. Free festival alert! Blarney Stone and the cobblestone streets that surround it are coming alive with a full lineup of local musicians, traditional Irish dancing, and family fun for a street party from noon to 8 p.m. on March 17, 2025. St. Paddy's Social Run. Want to enjoy a healthy experience on St. Patrick's Day? Join an "easy social run" for runners of all levels that should take about half an hour to complete. They typically do about 4 km to 5 km during that time. Be sure to dress in green and accessorize for the fun activity. When: Sunday, March 17 at 2:30 p.m. The Road to Dublin: St. Paddy’s Weekend Party will run with a special food and drinks menu of Irish favourites like corned beef, mini jambons and spicebags alongside features on Guinness and Jameson. Details. March 16 to 17, 2024. The Butcher and Bullock, 911 West Pender Street, Vancouver. Free. St. Paddy’s Day 2024: The Road to Dublin Here's a guide to Saint Patrick's Day in the city: Boat Parties. Vancouver St Patricks Day Boat Party - March 18, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m on Abitibi (750 Pacific Blvd); $25. St.Patrick's Day Boat Party Cruise - March 17, 8 p.m.-midnight on Burrard Queen (760 Pacific Blvd, Dock A); $68. St Paddy's Day Rave This year’s CelticFest is stacked with exciting events, kicking off with an Irish comedy show on March 14, a traditional Ceilidh on March 15th and culminating in a day-long festival at šxʷƛ̓ənəq Xwtl’e7énḵ Square, just north of the Vancouver Art Gallery. RELATED: Where To Drink Like An Irish In Metro Vancouver On St. Patrick’s Day St Paddy’s Day with Paddy Waggin’ What: Vancouver-based Irish Canadian folk-rock band Paddy Waggin’ and special guest Stephen Fox celebrate St. Patrick’s day with an evening concert at LanaLou’s. Irish cuisine and drink specials will also be featured on the menu. When: March 17, 2022 Time: Doors 8 m, show 9 pm Where: LanaLou’s Here are a few options for St. Patrick’s Day. Cookeilidh will be at the Six Mile Pub on March 17 while Clanna Morna will be playing at Irish Times in Victoria on March 16 before heading to Salt Spring Island for a St. Patrick’s Day party there. Hounds of Cuchulain will be doing five shows in addition to their festival appearance. Here are the top St. Patrick’s Day celebrations taking place across Vancouver this year. St. Patrick’s Celebrations in Vancouver This Year Blarney Stone. When: Saturday, March 17 Where: 216 Carrall Street Time: 9:00 a.m. Cost: $25-$35 About: Celebrate March 17th at Vancouver’s longest standing Irish pub with the ultimate St Patrick’s The festival showcases the best of Celtic music, dance, spoken word as well as film, food and fare and was previously the host of the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. For this St. Patrick’s Day, CelticFest Vancouver is presenting a Family Event on Vancouver’s Art Gallery Square on March 15th. This is a free event and all are welcome to join us Whether you’re Irish (then maybe opt for a Guinness instead) or just an honourary one for the occasion—these are the best spots to dine and drink at this St. Patrick’s Day. RELATED: Where To Drink Like An Irish In Vancouver On St. Patrick’s Day. St. Patrick’s Day Restaurants in Vancouver Gastown will host St Patrick's Day celebrations as the historic Vancouver neighbourhood is having a free street party on Carrall Street on March 17, 2024. Loading Events · Knitting Circle · love in a dangerous time · photo of open book from which black and white ship and desert island rise; text says: Family Story-time 10:30 - 11:00 Don your shamrocks and favourite shade of green on March 16 as Longevity John Falkner celebrates St. Patrick's Day at the Duncan Showroom a wee bit early on March 16, with Victoria's own Hounds of Cuchulain as they present Paddy Rolling Stone: Tribute to Shane McGowan and the Pogues. Lead vocalist Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Vancouver like a leprechaun and grab some green beer or just a classic pint of Guinness. Here are some spots in the city if you want to eat and drink like the Irish do. RELATED: Secret Bars Of Vancouver You Need To Know About (Shhh) St. Patrick’s Day in Vancouver Vancouver has Irish people for sure, but it's not the same thing and not the same historically. Having said that, we did have a St. Patrick's Day Parade as part of CelticFest for a number of years up until 2020. CelticFest is still on, I'm not sure why they haven't brought back the parade. Q: When is St. Patrick’s Day celebrated in Canada? A: St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated annually on March 17. While it is not a public holiday in most provinces, Newfoundland and Labrador recognize it as an official holiday. Q: Do I need to buy tickets for St. Patrick’s Day parades in Canada? A: No, St. Patrick’s Day parades in Canada are
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