Have you prepared your corned beef, cabbage, potatoes and green outfits? If you’re still looking for where to celebrate Feast of St. Patrick/St. Patrick’s Day in Detroit and metro Detroit this March 17th. This cultural and religious celebration has spread widely to include plenty of ways to party and explore Irish traditions. Review the signature Detroit bars we’ve highlighted previously.
Did you know that Detroit is home to one of the largest St. Patrick’s Day parades in the country? Wherever you are, dance/do an Irish jig, make a fun cocktail, and say cheers. Friendly reminder that you don’t have to drink to have a good time, plus there are more non-alcoholic beverage options popping up.
Detroitisit rounded up another surefire guide of where to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Detroit this March with an emphasis on some of Detroit’s best bars & Irish pubs.
DETROIT IRISH FEST
Date & Time: Saturday, March 14th. Doors open at 12 P.M
The ultimate must-know spot on this list of where to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Detroit and the Metro Detroit area is the annual Detroit Irish Fest, Detroit’s downtown St. Patrick’s Celebration. Sales for this event have ended, so we hope you’re already planning on being here! Bring the family and/or friends for a day of festivities the day has to offer at this premier location next to the Gaelic League on Michigan Avenue, which is part of the Detroit St. Patrick’s Parade route. Enjoy the outdoor party environment with your choice of Irish beer, whiskey and much more. Warm up inside heated party tents with popular local Detroit entertainment. Cick HERE for more information.
Location: Corktown Festival Grounds at 2000 Michigan Ave., Detroit
IRISH COFFEE AT THOMAS MAGEE’S IN EASTERN MARKET, PHOTO @THOMASMAGEES ON INSTAGRAM
THOMAS MAGEE’S-SPORTING HOUSE AND WHISKEY BAR
We’re always proud to support the “new kid” on the block. Check out Thomas Magee’s old school sports and whiskey bar located in downtown Detroit’s Eastern Market District. You’re at the right bar if you like to start the pregame and pre-partying early, never miss a game/watch party, and have a love for whiskey! With locations around the world, come visit Detroit’s spot for an impressive collection of Irish, Scotch, and American whiskey. Have an Irish Coffee and join in on their early-morning watch parties for international soccer matches. Click HERE to view the website for more information.
Location: 1408 E. Fisher Service, Detroit
SAINT PATRICK’S DAY BAR CRAWL MARCH 15TH, PHOTO @VOLLMERS_DETROIT ON INSTAGRAM
VOLLMER’S DETROIT
If you’re still unsure where to celebrate St. Patricks’ Day in Detroit this year, then you could always bar hop or scope out a newer spot! Queens Bar in Detroit encourages everyone to head over to it’s relatively new sister bar, Vollmer’s Detroit downtown. Located next to the historic jazz bar, Cliff Bell’s, this revamped spot is ideal for game days and concerts. Owned and operated by veteran bartender, Chris Vollmer, this bar & pub is open seven days a week from 3 PM-2 AM. Vollmer’s Bar is on the route for a Bar Crawl March 14th and 15th. March 14th is also their one year anniversary! Click HERE to view the website for more information.
Location: 2040 Park Avenue, Detroit
HOPCAT
There are hip bars in Detroit to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Detroit and then there are “hop” spots. You won’t have trouble finding the right beer at this craft beer chain with dozens of options on tap. There are three locations nearby. Click HERE to view the website for more information. Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Detroit and keep the party hopping!
Locations: 4265 Woodward Ave., Detroit | 17800 Haggerty Rd., Livonia | 430 S. Main St., Royal Oak
DANNY’S IRISH PUB SIGN IN BLACK & White, PHOTO DANNY’S IRISH PUB FACEBOOK PAGE
DANNY’S IRISH PUB
Grab your friends for a good ole time at Danny’s Irish Pub. This Ferndale Irish pub is an exceptional place for those looking to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Detroit or just outside of Detroit. All day and night, this bar has an excellent selection of beers and other drinks. Also, enjoy reasonably-priced authentic Irish meals and handhelds. What more do you need than some good company, great service, a pinball machine, and a jukebox? Click HERE to view their Facebook page.
Location: 2282 Woodward Ave., Ferndale
MCSHANE’S HAPPY HOUR 3PM-6PM EVERY DAY, PHOTO @MCHANES_PUB_DETROIT ON INSTAGRAM
MCSHANE’S IRISH PUB & WHISKEY BAR
McShane’s has been around since 1997 and has brought a lot of modern flair to Michigan pubs since then. Did you join their early Detroit St. Patty’s Day festivities with “LepreCon Detroit-Corktown Pub Crawl on March 1st?” They have a Corktown location in Downtown Detroit as well as an Ypsilanti location. “Refined whiskey and sports bar with a warm and traditional Irish atmosphere” sums up this treasure of a spot. Each of their locations are fully stocked with Michigan Craft beer, great whiskey selections, and the perfect game day watch-party setting. Did you know that they also have vegan dishes? Click HERE to view the website for more information.
Location: 1460 Michigan Ave., Detroit
NANCY WHISKEY DETROIT
This list of where to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Detroit wouldn’t be complete without giving a bow to Nancy Whiskey Pub. Established in 1902, Nancy Whiskey is one of the oldest bars in Detroit. Even a fire (in 2009) can’t hold down Nancy Whiskey in Detroit from celebrating. This withstanding classic Irish pub is a more laid-back option for your festivities. Rest assured, the crowds do love to cheer, especially on game days. They continue to serve drink specials and provide live music on St. Patrick’s Day.
Location: 2644 Harrison St., Detroit
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