In Rochester, N.Y. celebrating St. Patrick's Day is part of our city's story. Rochester is a city on the famous Erie Canal, which was built by Irish immigrants for the purpose of commerce generations ago.
Today, the Erie Canal is a tourist attraction and remains a testament to their hard work, ingenuity, and engineering. While we wait for the canal to open for the spring season, Rochester is ready to celebrate all its Irish pride this weekend with both exciting adult and family friendly events.
Enjoy this list of locations and special events happening around our city that will help you get into the Irish spirit.
THURSDAY SIPPIN': ST. PATRICK'S DAY INSPIRED WINE, BEER, CIDER, AND SPIRITS
March 13 | Unwine'd
THE AMERKS IRISH NIGHT
March 14 | Blue Cross Arena
TOP'S ANNUAL ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADE
March 15 | Downtown Rochester
SKYCOASTERS ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADE AFTER PARTY
March 15 | The Strathallan
RUNNIN' OF THE GREEN 5 MILE RACE
March 15 | YMCA of Greater Rochester
PATTY'S ST. PATTY'S DAY PARADE DAY PARTY
March 15 | Ziggy's
ST. PATRICK'S PARADE DAY FUN
March 15 | Hyatt Regency Rochester
ST. PATRICK'S PARADE DAY PARTY
March 15 | The Penthouse
SHAMROCKS & SPIRITS COCKTAIL EXPERIENCE
March 16 | Black Button Distilling
SPORTS CARD TRADE NIGHT-ST. PATRICK'S DAY EDITION
March 22 | WeTheHobby
Irish Pubs to Visit
Opened in 1976 by Jo & Frank Carroll, Carroll’s has been offering the freshest Guinness and finest corned beef ever since.
Established November 2005, Caverly's is a traditional Irish pub in the heart of Rochester's South Wedge neighborhood. Visit for a pint and some whiskey!
Enright's is one of Monroe Avenue's oldest bars. It's a great place to wind down after a hard day's or night's work with a friendly atmosphere at all hours.
Half Pint is a small bar located on Park Ave. Its ever changing drafts give people a great opportunity to try new craft beers.
Johnny’s Irish Pub opened on November 1st 1997, and was very well received right from the beginning. People who came in liked it and came back and brought more people with them who, in turn, told others about the bar.
Located on the corner of Park Avenue and Berkeley Street, Magpie has been servicing the neighborhood with a large beer selection and a familiar staff in the heart of Park Ave’s retail corridor. Magpie has been a destination for afternoon meetings, buzzing happy hours and energetic weekends right through NFL Sundays.
After its heavily anticipated opening in 2009, Murphy’s Law has been the cornerstone of the East & Alexander entertainment district week in and week out. Servicing the surrounding neighborhoods and hotels, Murphy’s Law’s kitchen is operated by Park Avenue Paninoteca, another local operation with a wide range of menu items for any occasion.
Shamrock Jack's is one part great drink, one part amazing food and all parts fun! Equal parts an inspired kitchen and excited bar, patrons have come in and back again for a good time.
Serving Rochester since 1994, O'Callaghan's Pub prides itself on providing a friendly environment where visitors can enjoy a beverage and a bite to eat, with different specials depending on the day!
Since opening in 2008, Mulconry's has been a staple of the Village of Fairport. Offering delicious Irish fare, and a wide selection of libations, this Irish pub is a must visit.
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