From festivals to brunches and everything in between, we have your St. Patrick’s weekend sorted.
Pygmalion’s 8th Birthday
What: To celebrate their 8th birthday Pygmalion have a host of DJs on the bill including Derrick May who will be taking crowds into the early hours of St Patrick’s Day.
Where: Pygmalion
When: Thursday 16th March, 9pm – 3:30am
How much: €15 on the door
More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/1881549262116072/
Taco Taco’s Hip Hop and R’n’B Party
What: They’re moving the tables out of the way and playing everything from Biggie to Rihanna to ring in Paddy’s day in style.
Where: Taco Taco
When: Thursday 16th March, 11pm – 3am
How much: Free
More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/1254279417984630/?active_tab=about
Mother/Máthair: Paddy’s Eve
What: Irish musician Daithí will kick off the event with his live electroclash set followed by DJ Kelly Anne Byrne. A second room is dedicated to those who want to learn Irish dancing with a disco twist. I mean, who doesn’t?
Where: The Church Cafe Bar
When: Thursday 16th March, 10:30pm – 3am
How much: €10.95
More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/1843963709203476/
Higher Vision Festival
What: A brand new, one-day electronic music and arts festival boasting a stellar lineup including Ejeca, Dimitri From Paris and Julio Bashmore. Celebrate St. Patrick by dancing to house/techno in a field in Louth.
Where: Bellurgan Park, Co Louth
When: Friday 17th March, 2pm - 3am
How much: €75
More info: www.highervision.ie
10 Years of Alive (Daft Punk - Paddy' Day Appreciation Party)
What: Pretty self-explanatory, this is a night dedicated Daft Punk and their 1997 Alive live tour album. If you're looking for something a little different to do this Paddy's day, you've found it!
Where: Hangar, Andrew's Lane
When: Friday 17th March, 10pm - 3am
How much: €10 - €12
More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/1232970373465604/
Get Sum Dim Sum Paddy’s Day Brunch
**This event has been cancelled and will be rescheduled**
What: A Paddy’s Day brunch party with two rooms of food, music and drink deals. Foodies, this is one for you.
Where: Opium Rooms
When: Friday 17th March, 12:30pm – 8pm
How much: €12 - €38
More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/239250816537591/
Foals DJ Set
What: Indie rock band Foals take to the Opium Room main stage for a DJ set with support on the night from Nialler9 and more.
Where: Opium Rooms
When: Friday 17th March, 6pm – 3am
How much: €16.90
More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/647128235491056/
District 8 All Day Party
What: District 8 are throwing an 8-hour indoor and outdoor party in honour of St. Patrick featuring Berlin house and techno duo Tale of Us.
Where: District 8
When: Friday 17th March, 2pm – 10pm
How much: €19.50
More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/247367472380744/
Dublin Bay Prawn Festival
What: Paddy’s day and prawns, what more do you want? The three day event includes cooking demos, street entertainment, music and of course, prawns!
Where: Howth
When: Friday 17th March 12pm – Sunday 19th March 6pm
How much: Free
More info: http://dublinbayprawnfestival.ie/
Young Blood: The Beats and Voices of our Generation
What: A celebration of Irish hip hop and spoken word artists with performances on the night from Hare Squead, Emmet Kirwin and lots more. This is an official St Patrick's Festival event and is guaranteed to be excellent.
Where: The National Concert Hall
When: Saturday 18th March, 7:30pm
How much: €18 - €35
More info: www.stpatricksfestival.ie/events/event/young_blood
Happy St Patrick's Weekend one and all.
