T'is the season for Celtic music, Guinness beer, Irish car bombs, and green everything! It's almost St. Patrick's Day and with that comes celebrations across Barrie.
Held on March 17th, marking the death of Ireland’s foremost patron saint, St. Patrick’s Day is a celebration of the countries heritage and culture.
What started off as (and, in its country of origin, still mostly continues to be) a religious observation has evolved into a cultural celebration that has migrated from the United Kingdom all the way to parts of Asia, Europe, and North America. In fact, it's the most widely celebrated national festival in the world.
Here, in Canada, it's no secret that we love St Patrick’s Day. All over the country, we celebrate every year in their own way. Montreal, who’s flag includes it’s very own shamrock, hosts one of the largest and longest-running St. Patrick’s Day parades in North America. The Toronto Maple Leafs, formally known as the Toronto St. Patricks from 1919 to 1927, don their traditional green jerseys when they play on March 17th. In Newfoundland and Labrador, it is even a full-blown public holiday.
In Barrie, there are lots of different events planned all weekend long, including some family-friendly fun ...
St. Patrick's Day @ Donaleigh's Irish Pub
What: Donaleigh's is throwing a St. Patrick's Day party that will continue all day and all night through the wee hours of the morning with live music from CaberToss ...
Where: Donaleigh's Irish Pub, 28 Dunlop St E
When: March 17, doors open at 11 AM
Cost: Free cover
Irish Favourites @ The Bull & Barrel
What: The Bull & Barrel is gearing up for an epic St. Patrick's Day celebration with Irish-inspired specials and music from Cleary Ellis and the Flailing Shilalieghs ...
Where: The Bull and Barrel, 901-75 Cedar Pointe Dr
When: March 16 and 17
Cost: Free Cover
St. Patrick's Day Celebration @ Malones Pint House
What: Malones is celebrating St. Patty's Day all week long with different events throughout the week including St. Patrick's Day themed bingo, live music and delicious menu items ...
Where: Malones Pint House, 118 Bradford St
When: March 11 to 17
Cost: Free
Rotaract's St. Patty's Day Bash @ Liberty North
What: Enjoy dinner, live music, auctions and raffle prizes in support of RVH
Where: Liberty North, 100 Caplan Avenue #1
When: March 16 from 5 PM to Midnight
Cost: $90/person, $1,000/table
Get tickets for the Rotaract's 2024 St, Paddy's Day Bash here.
St. Patrick's Day @ The Rec Room
What: Enjoy green beer, games, prizing, Celtic music, swag, and more
Where: The Rec Room, 8 N Village Way
When: March 17, doors open at 7:00 PM
Cost: Free cover
St. Patrick's Day Dance @ ANAF Barrie
What: Saint Patrick's Dance with music by Andy's Dance Party
Where: Army Navy Air Force Club Barrie, 52 Morrow Rd
When: March 16, dance starts at 6:30 PM
Charge: $5 for members, $10 for non-members
Double Header @ The Queens
What: Eat, drink, and be Irish with The St. Patrick's Day Double-Header at The Queen's Nightclub & Hotel
Where: The Queens Hotel & Night Club, 94 Dunlop St E
When: March 16 & 17 from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Cost: There may or may not be a cover charge
St. Patrick's Day Extravaganza @ McFinn's Pub
What: Raise your pint and celebrate St. Patrick's Day with McFinn's Extravaganza
Where: McFinn's Pub, 31 Bayfield St
When: March 17 at 6:00 PM
Cost: Free cover
Live Music @ Wickie's Pub & Restaurant
What: Take in live music from the Sandra Good Band at Wickie's St. Patrick's Day Party
Where: Wickie's Pub, 477 Grove St E Unit 1
When: March 17 at 6:00 PM
Cost: Free cover
St. Patrick's Day Fun @ Friday Harbour
What: Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with the whole family at Friday Harbour. There will be ice skating, music, a Pot-O-Gold Treasure Hunt (1 to 2 PM), Irish Dancing and more!
Where: Wickie's Pub, 477 Grove St E Unit 1
When: March 17 from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Cost: Free
