The 8 Best Places to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Arizona!
On St. Patrick’s Day, we like to celebrate without reservations. It doesn’t matter if you’re partying at a parade, or throwing back a few beers at a pub, people always find ways to let loose on St. Paddy’s Day. And Arizona’s events compete with the best of them. Thank the luck of the Irish by celebrating at one of the following local establishments as you honor Irish heritage.
St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival of Tucson, Tucson, AZ
The St. Patrick's Day Parade Festival is a historic celebration honoring Irish culture and heritage. The parade includes floats, cultural groups and local dignitaries. The parade culminates in an all-day festival in downtown Tucson at Armory Park. The festivities include live Irish music, dancers, and food and merchandise vendors.
St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Faire, Phoenix, AZ
This Phoenix St. Patrick's Day celebration is a can't-miss event. Things kick off with a parade featuring Irish dancers and all varieties of floats. After that, come enjoy bagpipers, food, drinks, Irish crafts, and so much more!
Clancy’s Pub, Scottsdale, AZ
Clancy's Pub's St. Patrick's Day celebration consists of corned beef and cabbage and green beer. Patrons can enjoy the live Irish music on the patio to round out the authentic Irish experience.
Fountain Park, Fountain Hills, AZ
On St. Patrick’s Day, Fountain Park carries on the time-honored tradition of dyeing a local fountain green. Fountain Hills famous fountain turns into an emerald spectacle for the holiday. Last year, the 64-acre park turned into an all out Irish party – featuring Irish foods, green beer, and Irish music. Though this year’s party has yet to be confirmed, a trip to the park is worth it for a photo op at the 500-foot green fountain.
Seamus McCaffrey’s, Phoenix, AZ
Seamus McCaffrey’s is an Irish staple in the downtown Phoenix nightlife scene. This Irish pub has a large selection of Irish fare – including corned beef and cabbage, boxty pancakes, Guinness, and whiskey flights.
Irish Cultural Center, Phoenix, AZ
The Irish Cultural Center provides a cultural learning experience that links locals to the people of Ireland and Celtic cultures. Through a trip to the ICC, visitors can get in depth looks into the history, arts, and literature of Ireland. The ICC also houses the McClelland Library – a three-story building containing over 8,000 books from Irish authors and poets. The library’s Book of Kells exhibit aims to increase study and access to the famous book housed at Trinity College in Dublin.
Saint Patrick’s Day at Padre Murphy's, Glendale, AZ
Padre Murphy’s hosts what has been dubbed the “Party Under the Big Top” on St. Patrick’s Day. This Glendale bar sets up a gigantic tent in their parking lot that turns into an all day Irish celebration. Their St. Patrick’s Day party annually attracts roughly 5,000 patrons converging for green beer, live music, and corned beef and cabbage. Aside from green beer, Padre Murphy’s has 56 beers on tap and hosts numerous giveaways for prizes throughout their party.
Giligin’s, Scottsdale, AZ
This Scottsdale dive bar is known for having bizarre features like the spin-to-win wheel and goldfish races. Patrons can expect large 24-ounce beers and a plethora of bar games – including giant Jenga and Connect Four.
