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Spend Saturday and Sunday commemorating St. Paddy’s weekend atop Hi-Lawn’s open-air rooftop, or inside the heated dome. The Union Market destination will serve fish and chips and whiskey, and host the Culkin School of Irish Dance to provide dance lessons (free). St. Patrick’s Day Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt Home to the oldest Catholic parish in DC, St. Patrick’s Catholic Church dates back to 1794, when it was a simple frame chapel designed to accommodate Irish immigrants working as stonemasons during the construction of the White House and the U.S. Capitol. In fact, the parish’s second church was designed by the previously mentioned White Metrobar in Northeast D.C. is hosting an all-day party Sunday, with live music and plenty of cocktails and Jameson to go around. For an immersive St. Patrick’s-themed experience, head to the Get your Irish on this weekend with a charmed lineup of St. Patrick's Day events. Why it matters: You only get one holiday a year to drink green beer. Use it wisely! State of play: You can paddy hard all weekend long, if you want. 😂 Get in some LOLs at a St. Patty's Day-themed comedy show Friday at Atlas Brew Works. The giggling begins at 7 The longer days bring a rainbow of celebrations for Holi, the Hindu festival of colors; St. Patrick’s Day; National Panda Day and cherry blossoms! On Friday, don’t miss these sweet Pi Day On St. Patrick’s Day, doors are at 10 a.m., with six bands playing from 10 a.m. to close and Irish dance performances in the mix. Dinner seating is limited all three days. This weekend has a little bit of everything—St. Patrick's Day celebrations, Women's History Month events, Nowruz festivals, and more. Ireland at the Wharf Festival is on Saturday, with Irish dancing, bagpiping, and viewings of the Six National Rugby Championship. In the mood for a parade? Check out the St. Patrick's Day parade in Gaithersburg. So Lucky! St. Patrick’s Art & Sip. March 17, 6–8 p.m. Artists of all levels are invited to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a fun evening of arts and crafts. Artist Jennifer Lancaster will be your guide as you socialize and enjoy snacks and drinks in this creative experience. Palette 22: 4053 Campbell Ave., Arlington, $65 Explore St. Patrick’s Catholic Church. St. Patrick’s Catholic Church is the oldest parish in Washington D.C, opening its doors 1794.. Originally it was established to serve the Irish immigrants that flooded Washington to help build the White House and Capitol Building. Meanwhile, the Ivy City tap room is holding a ticketed St. Patrick’s themed calligraphy class ($65) from 3 to 4:30 p.m., with a whole calligraphy kit included. Plus, there will be a traditional Irish dancing class ($28) at the D.C. location from 1:30 to 3 p.m., hosted by Jigs & Swigs, followed up by festive live music by Celtic Underground On Monday March 17th the Committee will host a St. Patrick’s Day March near the Nation’s Capital. The St. Patrick’s Parade Committee of the Irish American Club of Washington D.C. plans on gathering on the National Mall and marching to F St NW followed by an afternoon of festivities. While St. Patrick's Day around DC will again look different this year, local pubs and restaurants are still finding ways to celebrate the Irish holiday safely. It's a good idea to look into local Covid-19 regulations and individual business policies before heading out, as many bars and restaurants are offering (or requiring) reservations; there's no St. Patrick's Day Weekend is here! Celebrate the holiday with green beer, live music, festivals, and much more. Here is your guide to things to do in D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. Top 10 Best St Patricks Day Bar in Washington, DC - August 2024 - Yelp - Irish Channel Restaurant & Pub, O'Sullivan's Irish Pub, Duffy's Irish Pub - Dupont Circle NW, Union Pub, The Blaguard, Dubliner Restaurant & Pub, Nanny O'Brien's Irish Pub, Kelly's Irish Times, Celtic House Whiskey Bar, Old Ebbitt Grill DC-area families can enjoy great things to do all March long, including St. Patrick's Day events, cherry blossoms, fun with nature, kite flying, and more. Best Things to Do in the DC Area 3/16-3/19: Candytopia, “Jagged Little Pill” the Musical, and “Pour, Tear, Carve” Exhibit Plus, a St. Patrick's Day party for your dog. And then on St. Patrick’s Day The Dubliner 4 F St. NW One of DC’s longest running Irish pubs has attracted the likes of Barack Obama for a Paddy’s Day pint, and is celebrating with live music, dancing, and specials all day on Tuesday. For diehard early risers, Guinness will be on offer for 46 cents between 9 and 10 AM. Martin’s Tavern 4. Explore St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in D.C. Credit: iStock. Another more historical option, is to check out St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in D.C. With its beautiful architecture and a parish established in 1794, you can take in the beauty, snap a photo, or attend its special St. Patrick’s Mass at 12:10 p.m. on Friday, March 17. 5. The first St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Washington, D.C. was held in 1971 and traveled along Massachusetts Avenue from Dupont Circle to the statue of Robert Emmet. Since then, this annual affair has grown from what was little more than a leisurely stroll by a few hundred participants to what is now being called “The Nation’s St. Patrick’s Reservations for $60 tables for parties up to six are required and include branded glassware, swag, and a raffle entry to visit Guinness Brewery in Baltimore. St. Patrick’s Day is near and dear to the heart of co-owner Greg Algie, who previously ran Chinatown’s now-closed Irish pub Fado.
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