Everyone has their own approach to merrymaking on St. Patrick’s Day. While St. Patty’s is frequently touted as a time to drink your body’s weight in Irish beer, that’s not for everyone. Whether you value Irish jigs, shamrock-inspired sweets, or even rolling green hills, there’s something for you in San Diego for St. Patrick’s Day 2016.
Let Loose at San Diego’s ShamROCK
March 17th, 4pm – Midnight
It’s no secret that people ply St. Patrick’s Day as an excuse to drink and dance. Heck, it’s part of what makes the holiday so great! If you’re looking for a music party to match your inebriated energy levels, ShamROCK is the destination for you. With 3 stages, 5 Irish bands and 10 DJs, this is an event with no lack of revelry. ShamROCK is even awesome enough to drape the streets with astroturf, transforming the Gaslamp District into a temporary haven of rolling green hills.
Explore Rolling Hills at the Ramona Grasslands Preserve
If loud music and dancing isn’t your cup of whiskey, consider steering your St. Patrick’s Day in the exact opposite direction. Ireland evokes thoughts of rolling hills and green pastures, so why not take a hike? Pack a picnic of corned beef hash and load your iPod with Irish music for a personal St. Patrick’s day celebration! San Diego has its share of emerald-hued hikes sure to instill you with serenity. The Ramona Grasslands Preserve is notable for its expanses of green, but anywhere quiet and outdoors will do.
Party Hardy at O’Sullivan’s Irish Pub
If you can’t make it to Ireland, this North County pub is the place to be on St. Patrick’s Day. Its rustic decor is the closest to Irish California gets. O’Sullivan’s boasts incredibly authentic (and delicious!) Irish fare, live Irish music, and the best selection of Irish beer and whiskey you’re likely to find this side of the Irish Sea. The scene here can get rowdy on St. Patrick’s day, so be sure you’re ready to rollick with the rest of the revelers.
St. Patrick’s Day Pubcrawl
For those who want the beer minus all that other stuff, look no further than California Nightlife’s St. Patrick’s Day Pubcrawl. The amazing drink specials and a guided tour through downtown San Diego’s are sure to have you stumbling by the early afternoon. There are three separate pubcrawls that span the weekend, so don’t fret if you can’t make it for St. Patrick’s Day itself!
Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth at Heaven Sent Desserts
Do you dream of delicious desserts? Heaven Sent Desserts is good enough to create some divine Irish treats for St. Patrick’s day. If you stop in on the 17th, you’ll find such sweets as Guinness Cake and Bourbon Street Bread Pudding. As if that’s not already enough, the bakers here hide a golden coin beneath a select few of their Irish desserts. Uncover one and you can win from a range of prizes!
The US Grant Hotel’s Classy & Clandestine Celebration
If your expectations for St. Patrick’s Day are a bit more sophisticated, this cocktail party hidden within The US Grant Hotel is up your alley. It’s all happening Saturday, March 19, 6 PM – 10 PM. The Rendezvous pop-up party features Irish beers, whiskeys, and cocktails, as well as a taste of traditional Irish cuisine. Of course, no secret St. Patrick’s party would be complete without some lively music. Learning the enigmatic location of this event might be worth the ticket cost alone — guests are to be contacted the day before the event starts with location details.
There you have it, a San Diego St. Paddy’s event for every celebratory preference! Whether you’re a local or just visiting, San Diego is an exquisite destination for St. Patrick’s Day. If you’re just passing through, you’ll want to avoid crowded hotels — they’re a huge drain on post-Paddy’s-bliss. Kick your tired feet up in a luxury vacation rental instead! Contact PC Housing today to find out more.