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A few events to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in metro Atlanta.
The emerald hues that usually take over the city in preparation for St. Patrick’s Day may be a bit dimmer this year, but there are still many ways to partake in the fun. While there have been cancellations of the some of the city’s biggest events due to the coronavirus — downtown’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade and 5K, and Colony Square’s Luck of the Square — luckily for you, we’re highlighting a short list of other popular places to celebrate the St. Paddy’s Day weekend. Be sure to check with venues and event organizers before making plans to attend.
St. Patrick’s Day Parties at Fadó Irish Pub Buckhead
Fadó is planning two opportunities to celebrate the holiday. Since 1996, the Buckhead bar has been hosting its annual St. Patrick’s Day Block Party. The indoor/outdoor event will begin at 8 a.m., starting with televised English Premier League soccer and Six Nations Rugby matches. Early risers can enjoy brunch offerings, such as their Irish Breakfast. The party will also include live music, a D J, dancers, food trucks and beer and cocktail stations. And for United fans, the pub will air their major league soccer match against Kansas City at 7:30 p.m. A $20 cover charge is required for entry (after 12 p.m.) to Fadó’s Saturday block party.
The pub will also host another party on Tuesday, where festivities kick-off as early as 7:30 a.m. with a “Kegs and Eggs” menu. The St. Patrick’s Day celebration will also include live music, performances and a D J. A $10 cover charge will begin at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, and entry will be limited to 21 and up after 6 p.m.
8 a.m.-2 a.m. Saturday. Cover charge starting at $20 after noon. (Saturday block party); 7:30 a.m.-2 a.m. Tuesday. $10 cover after 4 p.m. (Tuesday party). Fadó Irish Pub Buckhead. 273 Buckhead Ave. Atlanta. 404841-0066, fadoirishpub. com/atlanta.
St. Patrick’s Day Parties at Fadó Irish Pub Midtown
Similar to the Buckhead branch, Fadó’s Midtown location will host its set of parallel parties. The Midtown block party will take over 8th Street between Peachtree and Juniper streets. Midtown guests who arrive early will be in a prime location to watch the Atlanta St. Patrick’s Day parade on Peachtree (which starts at noon) while joining in the pub’s festivities. Like Fadó’s Buckhead block party, the Midtown party will air soccer and rugby matches throughout the day. The Midtown party will also feature bagpipers, Irish dancers a live D J, and food and drink for purchase. A $10 cover charge is required for admission, and entry will be limited to 21 and up after 1 p.m. For their Tuesday St. Patrick’s Day party, doors open at 8 a.m. with a $10 cover charge starting at 4 p.m.
7 a.m.-2 a.m. Saturday. Cover charge starting at $20 (Saturday block party); 8 a.m.-11:45 p.m. Tuesday. $10 cover after 4 p.m. (Tuesday party). Fadó Irish Pub Midtown. 933 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta. 404-260-7910, fadoirishpub.com/atlantamidtown.
St. Patrick’s Day Live! Takeover at the Battery Atlanta
Celebrate with green beer and specialty cocktails, such as Irish car bombs, Irish coffees and more. With an upgraded ticket, guests can also enjoy the buffet, which will include Irish food favorites. The event will also feature a Lucky Charms bar, live bands, a D J and games throughout the night.
5-11 p.m. Saturday. Tickets starting at $10. Live! at the Battery Atlanta. 825 Battery Ave. SE, Suite 600, Atlanta. 404-965-2511, liveatthebatteryatlanta.com.
Rí Rá
Head to Rí Rá for a sixday-long celebration at the Midtown Atlanta pub. Festivities will begin with their head-shaving fundraising event, where proceeds benefit the St. Baldrick’s Foundation. The rest of the week will feature games, food specials, trivia, televised soccer matches, traditional Irish dancers and daily live music. Their 10th annual St. Patrick’s Outdoor Festival, held Saturday, will feature outdoor bars, a beer truck, a D J, live entertainment and a headlining performance from Ireland-based band The Skellig Rockers. Tickets to the Saturday festival are $20 and include one drink voucher.
Hours vary; see website for details. Through March 17. $20 for Saturday festival. 1080 Peachtree St. Atlanta. 404-477-1700, rira.com/ atlanta.
Château Élan’s annual St. Patrick’s Day Festival at Paddy’s Irish Pub
For an authentic pub feel without ever crossing the pond, take your Paddy’s Day celebrations a wee bit north of the city to Paddy’s, Château Élan’s Irish pub. Built in Dublin then reassembled at Château Élan’s Brasselton, Georgia compound, the famed pub will be open, serving $5 drinks for the festival. The St. Patrick’s Day festival will also feature live music, Irish dance demonstrations and games. With ticketed admission to the festival pavilion, guests can also enjoy nonalcoholic drinks and popular Irish staples such as corned beef and cabbage, bangers and mash, and beer-battered fish and chips. Overnight packages are also available.
2-8 p.m. Saturday. Starting at $15 for kids and $40 for adults. Château Élan, 100 Rue Charlemagne, Braselton. 678-425-0900, chateauelan.com.
EDITOR’S NOTE: Concerns about the coronavirus have resulted in the cancellation of many events. The AJC will monitor these announcements and keep you informed about postponements, rescheduling and cancellations, but it’s best to check with venues or event organizers before making plans to attend. Visit ajc. com/canceledevents for an updated list.