Downtown Long Beach is giving you the green light for a four-day Shamrock Weekend! St. Patrick’s Day has been a big deal in DTLB since folks were clinking glasses at D.J. McCarthy’s Saloon on Pine Avenue in the 1890s. We invite you and your fellow leprechauns to scroll through our list of suggestions that will keep you wearing the green and making the scene all weekend! Plan to sip, socialize, groove to great music, and have a special meal or two. Celebrate this long St. Patrick’s Day Weekend in DTLB with fun, excitement, and style!
Alegria / 115 Pine Ave. / March 13 – 17, March 20
Long Beach’s #1 Latin nightclub is going green for days! Alegria is hosting Just Dance, an 18+ St. Patrick’s Day kickoff party on Thursday, March 13 from 10 PM to 2 AM. The fun continues on Friday, March 14 starting at 10 PM with Baile Latino, when you can add an Irish twist to your favorite Latino dance moves. On Saturday, March 15 beginning at 10 PM the club will hold its regular, high-energy Alegria Saturday event, which will undoubtedly have a greenish tinge!
The big party weekend at Alegria continues on Sunday, March 16 with a St. Patrick’s Day Celebration. Get there at 10 PM for the best admission prices and to claim your spot on the dance floor! Hot DJs will be rocking an awesome playlist of feel-good music – hip-hop, top 40, reggaeton, and tons of high-energy EDM – until the wee hours of the morning.
On Monday, March 17 at the RITMO St. Patrick’s Day Party from 2 to 7 PM, Top-level DJs will keep the holiday vibes flowing all night! RSVP here for this rager so you can get in FREE before 3 PM and be eligible for special offers. Fashionable attire is encouraged, especially your finest green ensemble. For more info, including bottle service inquiries, click here.
Also at Alegria: The nightclub FUSE will take over on Thursday, March 20 from 10 PM to 2 AM so you can keep those St. Patrick’s Day vibes going strong! To beat the crowd, make sure to RSVP and get there early for reduced admission prices. For IMPORTANT DETAILS about admission to all events (NOTE: Thursdays are also College Nights!), bottle service and to RSVP, click here.
The Auld Dubliner / 71 S Pine Ave. / March 14 – 17
Photo courtesy of The Auld Dubliner
If you were thinking of flying to Dublin for St. Patrick’s Day Weekend, save your cash and stay local! The Auld Dubliner’s pub interior is truly authentic, shipped from Ireland and put together right here in DTLB. The pub’s selection of Irish Whiskeys is unmatched. The celebration begins Friday, March 14 with whiskey samples and DJ Dave the Rainbow spinning Irish vinyl. On Saturday, March 15 expect Super Saturday 6Nations Rugby, then stop by on Sunday, March 16 to listen in on an Irish “trad” music session from 4 to 7 PM, followed at 9 PM by CeltHick Music, featuring Michael Kelly on fiddle and vocals, then join in on a welcome toast to St. Patrick’s Day at midnight with green apple shots.
The extensive food menu includes Irish dishes like Guinness Beef Stew, Bangers & Mash (sausage and mashed potatoes) and, of course, Corned Beef & Cabbage. The Auld Dubliner is open every day from noon to 2 AM, making it a must-visit throughout St. Patrick’s Day weekend, and on St. Patrick’s Day!
Long Beach St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl All Access at The Stave / March 14, 15, 17
Are you ready to wear the green and party for the entire four-day St. Patrick’s Day Weekend? That’s the concept behind the All-Access St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl! Check in at The Stave Bar, 170 The Promenade N, on Friday, March 14, Saturday, March 15, and/or Monday, March 17, and get FREE entry to several participating venues, a digital map for easy navigating, drink specials featuring festive holiday-themed bevvies, live DJs at select locations, and on-site photographers to help capture your fun night. Check-in times at The Stave are 5 to 9 PM on Friday and Monday, 4 to 8 PM on Saturday. To get your tickets, more details, and info about the exciting social media photo contest, click here!
Shenanigans Irish Pub & Grille / 423 Shoreline Dr. #A / March 14 – 17
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This Shoreline Village favorite is a sure thing for a four-day St. Patrick’s Day Weekend fun fest! Check the entertainment schedule; For your dancing and listening pleasure, there will be live music Friday, March 14 through St. Patrick’s Day on Monday, March 17. The huge food menu features traditional Irish favorites such as Corned Beef & Cabbage and Shepherd’s Pie, along with hybrid dishes like the Irish Hash Burrito and the Kilkenny Cheeseburger! Shenanigans will be open Monday through Friday, 11 AM to 2 AM. On Saturday and Sunday you can get started at 9 AM and party ’til 2 AM.
Hi-Lo Liquor Market / 707 E Ocean Blvd. #A / March 14, 15
Kick off St. Patrick’s Day Weekend with tasty treats tomorrow, Friday, March 14 from 4 to 8 PM at Hi-Lo Liquor Market! Grab a super-delicious Wave Burger and pair it with a Lodestar Whiskey or a thirst-quenching craft beer on draft. Also happening at Hi-Lo during the holiday weekend: You’re invited to a FREE tasting of Writer’s Tears Irish Whiskey on Saturday, March 15 from 3 to 6 PM! HOT TIP: Research the awesome drink menu before your visit. Follow Hi-Lo Liquor on @hiloliquor.
Long Beach’s Best St. Patrick’s Day Weekend Bar Crawl / March 15
Photo courtesy of Altar Society Brewing Co
The St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl on Saturday, March 15 is Long Beach’s biggest! You’ll be visiting 10+ parties at drinkeries and eateries on and near Pine Avenue, and there will be a lot going on all day and night! Check in and pre-party at Altar Society Brewing & Coffee Co. from 1 to 4 PM., getting the festivities going with drink specials and free St. Patrick’s Day handouts. Click here to see the list of awesome spots you’ll be visiting, and to get your tickets!
Long Beach’s Almost St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl at George’s Greek Cafe / March 15
George’s Greek Cafe at 135 Pine Ave. is another St. Patrick’s Day Weekend hub for flaunting your best leprechaun looks and doing some delightful bar-crawling to a variety of festive venues! On Saturday, March 15 from 4 to 9 PM you can check in at George’s – or any other participating venue – for the Almost St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl! Assemble your crew for a night of green-themed fun, costumes, music, contests, prizes, and lots of malarkey. To get tickets and to learn many more important details, including info about the Best-Dressed Contest, click here!
Bad Axe Throwing / 245 Pine Ave. # 290 / March 15, 16
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FUN FACT: Axe throwing got its sporting start in Ireland during the 1800s! Get in on this tradition during St. Patrick’s Day Weekend at Bad Axe Throwing. Sip a beer, throw an axe, and share heaps of St. Patrick’s Day cheer! Click here for info, schedules, and to book your session.
Agaves Kitchen & Tequila Bar / 200 Pine Ave. Stes. #A & B / March 15, 17
Agaves will be hosting two very cool events over St. Patrick’s Day Weekend! On Saturday, March 15 from noon to 5 PM, you and your pals will show up for the Saturday Brunch & Day Party, where you’ll indulge in the tasty brunch menu while DJ Madd Scientist spins the hottest in hip-hop, r n’b, and afrobeat from the ‘90s and 2000s. Reserve your spots for this groovy good time here. St. Patrick’s Day on Monday, March 17 will be big fun at Agaves! Party in the Ultra Lounge from 4 PM to midnight with a live DJ, full kitchen menu, and drink specials all evening long. For guest list and bottle service info, follow the Agaves Ultra Lounge on Instagram @agavesnightlife.
Shannon’s At The Top / 105 W Broadway / March 16, 17
Located in the heart of Downtown at the big corner of Broadway and Pine Avenue, Shannon’s At The Top is a St. Patrick’s Day Weekend must-visit! On Sunday, March 16, the club is hosting “Shamrock on Pine,” an Irish celebration from 1 to 6 PM highlighted by live music from Long Beach Irishmen, who play lots of Pogues covers and Irish traditional songs. They’ll be followed by Magickly Delishush, who will definitely keep the Irish music vibes going! RSVP here to reserve your spots at this FREE event. On St. Patrick’s Day, Monday, March 17, At The Top becomes Praia, one of the hottest DJ-driven clubs in the area. DJ Grade A will keep you moving from 6 to 10 PM with the best in hip-hop, top 40, and reggaeton. Keep it simple with green beer or go all-out with bottle service. RSVP here, and make sure to show up in your all-green gear!
The Ordinarie Tavern / 210 The Promenade N / Throughout March
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March is not only the month for St. Patrick’s Day, it also marks the beginning of springtime, making it the perfect month for The Ordinarie to create a fabulous new green drink! Follow The Ordinaire on Instagram @theordinarie to get a sneak peek at “The Grasshopper,” a perfect St. Patrick’s Day bevvie and a great addition to The Ordinarie’s already-amazing drink menu. The popular tavern is open Monday through Friday from 11:30 AM to 2 AM. Hours on Saturday and Sunday: 11 AM to 2 AM.
Clancy’s Irish Pub / 803 E Broadway / March 17
Photo courtesy of Rob A. via Yelp
Clancy’s and its towering green neon sign have been beckoning the thirsty since the ‘60s at the corner of Broadway and Alamitos. Divey in the best way, it will be a great spot to visit on St. Patrick’s Day! It will open early, at 11:30 AM. Get into the spirit of the day by mixing your jukebox selections with the traditional Irish music that will be playing. Play some pool while sipping from a fine selection of Irish whiskeys! There will also be green beer and a simple food menu that will definitely include Corn Beef & Cabbage. Follow Clancy’s @clancyslongbeach.
CHARMED Night Market / 456 Elm Ave. / March 21
The St. Patrick’s Day spirit will keep flowing all week in DTLB! Celebrate community and creativity at the CHARMED Night Market on Friday, March 21 from 5 to 9 PM at Partake Collective. Admission is FREE at this family-friendly good time. Shop for treasures from local artisans and small businesses, grab a drink and a bite to eat, and enjoy some exciting raffles and free giveaways! You’ll feel lucky & charmed to be there. Click here for more details.