Though St. Patrick’s Day falls on a Monday this year, Calgarians looking to celebrate still have plenty of options.
Here’s a look at 10 of the many local St. Patty’s Day parties and events:
St. Patrick’s Day open house
- What: The Irish Cultural Society of Calgary celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with an open house at the Irish Cultural Centre’s facility featuring two floors of fun. There will be Irish dancing and traditional Irish fare at this family-friendly event.
- When: Monday, March 17 from 3 to 11:30 p.m.
- Where: 6452 35 Ave. N.W.
St. Patrick’s Day Mass
- What: The Irish Cultural Society of Calgary hosts a St. Patrick’s Day mass at St. Mary’s Cathedral on March 17, starting with a choir performance and followed by lunch.
- When: Monday, March 17.
- Where: St Mary’s Cathedral, 219 18 Ave. S.W.
The Irish Rovers
- What: Head to the Grey Eagle to watch The Irish Rovers perform.
- When: Saturday, March 15 at 8 p.m.
- Where: Grey Eagle Resort and Casino, 3777 Grey Eagle Dr.
Roughnecks’ St. Patrick’s Day party
- What: Head to the Saddledome to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with the Calgary Roughnecks as they take on the Buffalo Bandits.
- When: Saturday, March 15 at 7 p.m.
- Where: Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise S.E.
St. Patrick’s Day Road Race
- What: Join more than 500 people at the St. Patrick’s Day Road Race, which started 37 years ago, in support of the Calgary Roadrunners and Diabetes Canada.
- When: Sunday, March 16 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Where: Central Memorial High School, 5111 21 St. S.W.
James Joyce St. Patrick’s Day festival
- What: Unsurprisingly, the pub named after Irish novelist and poet James Joyce will be hosting St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. The venue will have live music and a full Irish menu.
- When: Friday, March 14 to Monday, March 17.
- Where: James Joyce Irish Pub and Restaurant, 114 Eighth Ave. S.W.
Joyce on 4th
- What: Joyce on 4th is hosting two nights of live music in honour of St. Patrick’s Day.
- When: Saturday, March 15 at 7 p.m. and Monday, March 17 at 6:30 p.m.
- Where: Joyce on 4th, 506 24 Ave. S.W.
St. James’ Corner
- What: St. James’ Corner is hosting St. Patrick’s Day celebrations all weekend long featuring live music and giveaways.
- When: Friday, March 14 to Monday, March 17.
- Where: St. James’ Corner, 1219 First Street S.W.
Kilkenny Irish Pub
- What: Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Kilkenny Irish Pub. They’ll have pipers, dancers and a special Irish menu. There’s even brunch with Irish fare on the Saturday and Sunday before St. Patrick’s Day.
- Where: Monday, March 17.
- When: Kilkenny Irish Pub, 3630 Brentwood Rd. N.W.
Limerick’s Traditional Public House
- What: Limerick’s is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with two nights of live music.
- When: Saturday, March 15 at 7 p.m. and Monday, March 17 at 6:30 p.m.
- Where: Limerick’s, 7304 Macleod Trail.
