10 Places To Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day Near Wilmington
St. Patrick’s Day observes of the death of St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. The holiday has evolved into a celebration of Irish culture with parades, special foods, music, dancing,…
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David Ardura/ShutterstockSt. Patrick's Day observes of the death of St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. The holiday has evolved into a celebration of Irish culture with parades, special foods, music, dancing, drinking and a whole lot of green.
Here in the United States we've made it one of the biggest party days of the year. Bars and restaurants open early in the morning and get the party started with breakfast specials. We wear green all day to avoid being pinched. We drink green beer and lots of Guinness. We may search for three leaf clovers and a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow and never find either.
So, where can we find the party in or near Wilmington to celebrate this year? Take a look at the list below for some exciting options!
Catherine Rooney's
Come join us for Irish food, drink, friends and great music on St Patrick's Day. Opening at 9am on March 17
Murph's Irish Pub
Murph's Irish Pub
401 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, DE
Kelly's Logan House
Kelly's Logan House
1701 Delaware Ave. Trolley Sq. Wilmington, DE
The oldest Irish Bar in Delaware and oldest continuous family-owned Irish bar in the country, Kelly’s has enjoyed being at the center of the Forty Acres, (now Trolley Square) since 1864. A National Historic Site, it has been the hub for St. Patrick's Day for close to 150 years. Kelly’s Logan House presently offers tavern, dining and banquet facilities, as well as live entertainment.
Kid Shelleen's
Kid Shelleen's
1801 W 14th St, Wilmington, DE 19806
St Paddy's Week is here! Now through the 17th, we have Irish-themed menus specials like Corned Beef & Cabbage, Bangers and Mash, Boxty and our Dubliner Burger.
Mulrooney's Tavern
Mulrooney's Tavern
201 New Rd, Wilmington, DE
This Thursday, St Paddy’s Day! Come rock out to Bryen O’Boyle in the outside tent 4pm to 8pm. Irish Breakfast Buffet 9am to 11:30am, then Irish food menu noon to 8pm!
Bellefonte Brewing Company
Join us for the best St. Patrick's Day around! The Sheehan Brothers join us for some acoustic jams, mixed in with some traditional Irish music with Brendan's voice and Sean's mandolin. Crazy Rick's even joins us for some food to keep the party going, so come see us! We open at 5, music starts at 7!
Liquid Alchemy
Don't drink Green Beer...Drink History!
Mead has a long history and was widely consumed in medieval Ireland. It was relished by the High Kings of Tara and the ancient Celts. Stop by and give it a try. Chef Jill will have prepared plates for purchase consisting of some special Irish cheeses, meats, crackers and flatbreads. If you want to reserve a plate of tasty treats to pair with your mead, please give us a text at 302-438-0252.
Stanley's Tavern
Stanley's Tavern
2038 Foulk Rd, Wilmington, DE 19810
Jessop's Tavern
Jessop's Tavern
114 Delaware St, New Castle, DE
Minihane's Irish Pub & Restaurant
Minihane's Irish Pub & Restaurant
101 W Main St, Elkton, MD
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