2013 St Patrick's Day in Las Vegas

It's almost that time of year when we all become Irish for a day on St. Patrick's Day. Actually you don't have to be Irish to enjoy St Patrick's day in Las Vegas but If you are true Irish, embrace your Irish heritage the Vegas way this 2013 St. Patrick's Day.

Las Vegas is a fun place to be on St Patrick's day as green beer and Irish whiskey flow at most Las Vegas bars and pubs while you sit back and enjoy live entertainment and authentic Irish food the Vegas way.

Let's face it, Las Vegas is known for doing everything big. St Patrick's Day is no exception. You are not required to be a beer drinker to enjoy St Patrick's Day in Las Vegas. There are lots of other green things in Las Vegas on this day besides green beer. Don't miss out on the green cocktails or green popcorn and green cotton candy.

Things you should know about St Patrick's in Las Vegas

Remember you must be 21 yrs and over to consume alcohol in Las Vegas. It is the law

Don't be afraid to sip your favorite drink as you go - alcohol is allowed to be consumed on the Vegas strip on St Patrick's Day.

If money is not an issue here is a list of highly recommended restaurants you might consider calling ahead of time to make a reservation.

Watch for pickpockets at the Bellagio Fountains and other busy areas on the strip. They usually operate in groups.

There are laws, don't assume that just because it is Vegas it means you can do whatever you want.

If you drink, don't drive. If you drive, don't drink. The penalty for drunk driving is very severe and will require a court appearance.

Don't even think about jaywalking on the Vegas Strip, it is better to lose a little time than your life besides you will get cited if caught.

With that said, if Las Vegas is beckoning you this coming St Paddy's day, here are a few things you might want to put on your to-do list. You'll also find lots of resources and some money saving tips on this site while planning your St Patrick's day in Las Vegas.

Things to do on St Patrick's day in Las Vegas

Rí Rá Las Vegas

Experience a true Irish pub experience at Rí Rá, on the Las Vegas Strip. Rí Rá Las Vegas is located inside The Shoppes at Mandalay Place

3930 Las Vegas Blvd. South;

702-632-9333

2013 St Patrick's Day Parade and Festival Las Vegas
Henderson Sons of Erin

This year's parade theme will be The Harp and the Shamrock. The festival offers a carnival, car show, live entertainment and a parade.
200 Water Street
Phone Number: (702) 267-2171

March 14, 2013 - March 17, 2013
Show Time: Thu - Fri 5pm - 10pm; Sat 10am - 10pm; Sun 10am - 8pm
Age Restriction: None
Cost: FREE
Visit website for the full schedule of activities

Bellagio Fountains

Get into the spirit of St Patrick's day at the Bellagio. Watch the dancing fountains in front of the Bellagio. The free fountain water show is just a beautiful sight. (click here for a video clip)

Celtic Feis celebration at New York-New York

Celebrate the luck of the irish at the annual Celtic Feis celebration. New York-New York invites you to be a part of this spirited St. Patrick's Day Festival, located on the iconic Brooklyn Bridge. There will be endless entertainment with Irish flair.

Date: Friday, March 15 through Sunday, March 17,

Admission: $25, and includes one free pint of Guinness or a shot of Jameson.

Click here for full schedule of events

Shop, Shop, Shoppe til you drop

Las Vegas has some of the world's best malls. Put on your walking shoes and definitely make a trip to the Forum Shops at Caesars Palace, the Grand Canal Shoppes at the Venetian, Boulevard Mall, Fashion Show mall, Las Vegas Outlet Center or Le Boulevard at Paris and the high-end Via Bellagio. This is something certainly worth including on your to do list in Las Vegas.

Fremont Street Experience

Visit the Fremont Street Experience in downtown Las Vegas. The venue has become a major tourist attraction for downtown Las Vegas, with lots of bars offering drink specials on St Patrick's Day.

J.C. Wooloughan's Irish Pub at J.W. Marriott Las Vegas

Enjoy an exciting array of Emerald Isle festivities, from great food & drink specials, to traditional Irish bagpipers & dancers, live music and more.

Thursday - Saturday, 3/14 – 3/16

On these three days, the party starts with a special Happy Hour from 3PM until 6PM. Guests will enjoy $5 deals on special Irish appetizers and 50% off Irish draft beer. At 7PM, live music kicks in each night when Irish band Mullaney takes the stage. There's no cover charge all three nights.

Sunday the 17th

The party starts at noon inside J.C. Wooloughan's Las Vegas Irish Pub with Irish band Mrs. Murphy's Chowder, followed by Irish dancers, bagpipers, solo artist John Gannon and topped off with Mullaney from 7:15 - 11pm.

JC Wooloughan's beautiful outdoor patio venue begins at 3pm with renowned U2 tribute band, Rattle and Hum, followed by Mrs. Murphy's Chowder and Arms of America from 7:30 – 9pm.
At 3pm, a $20 cover provides access to both venues.

NCAA Basketball Tournament

If you like College Basketball, Las Vegas is usually very festive during March Madness. This year, with Big League Weekend and NCAA basketball conference tournaments also that weekend, you are guaranteed to have a blast.

Recommended Las Vegas Irish Pubs / Bars

Rí Rá Las Vegas

Ri Ra Las Vegas at Mandalay Bay

One of the newest Irish pub on the Las Vegas Strip, Rí Rá Las Vegas is as authentic as they come as far as Irish Pubs are concerned.

 

Rí Rá Las Vegas is the destination for warm conversations, a dose of Irish culture and spirited entertainment with an impressive line-up of live music seven nights a week in a music room constructed with artifacts dating back to 1890 from the Olympia Theater in Dublin, Ireland.

 

Redefining pub food, Rí Rá Las Vegas serves dishes such as a 12 day in-house brined Corned Beef Brisket, Shepherd's Pie made with minced lamb and Beef and Guinness Stew, to name a few. For more information about St. Patrick's Day events at Mandalay Bay, call (877) 632-7000.

Located inside The Shoppes at Mandalay Place

 

 

Nine Fine Irishmen

Nine Fine Irishmen at New York-New York

Nine Fine Irishmen is an authentic Irish pub of epic proportions featuring a grand Victorian-style bar, ornate cottage areas, shop-style snugs, and two levels of outdoor patio dining with a spectacular Las Vegas Strip view.

 

Enjoy tempting signature dishes made of only the freshest, natural Irish ingredients. The finest stouts, ales, lagers, spirits, music, entertainment by special guest artists. 11 a.m. – 3 a.m. For more information about St. Patrick's Day events at New York-New York, call (800) 693-6763. / (702) 740-6463

Located at New York-New York

 

 

Hennessey's Tavern

Hennessey's Tavern

Located inside the "World's Largest Pint Glass" in the heart of Downtown Las Vegas, Hennessey's Tavern is the place to be on St. Patrick's Day.

 

This authentic Irish pub is open all day and throughout the night offering gaming, live entertainment and great food.

425 Fremont St STE 110, ( Downtown Las Vegas)

Las Vegas, NV, 89101

(702) 382-4421

 

 

J.C. Wooloughan Irish Pub

J.C. Whooloughan Irish Pub at the JW Marriott

J.C. Wooloughan Irish Pub is an authentic Irish pub shipped directly from the Emerald Isle to Las Vegas and reconstructed for JW Marriott. A perfect place to meet friends for conversation over Irish stouts, lagers, ales and mixed drinks. J.C. Wooloughan celebrates St. Paddy's drink specials and live entertainment all week. (see events listed above)

 

Located at J.W. Marriott Hotel Casino

J C Wooloughan's Irish Pub
221 North Rampart Boulevard
Las Vegas, NV
(702) 869-7725

 

 

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Brendan's Irish Pub

Brendan's Irish Pub at the Orleans Hotel and Casino
Brendan's is an authentic Irish pub featuring your favorite draft beers, Irish bottled beers, ales and Irish whiskeys. Guinness and other Imported Beers are also on tap.

 

Live entertainment begins at 8pm on Sundays and 9:30pm; Tues - Sat. and starts to wind down around 3am. 702-365-7111.

Located at the Orleans

 

 

McMullans Irish Pub

McMullan's Irish Pub

McMullan's Irish Pub, located off-the-Strip on Tropicana Ave, and open 24/7 is considered one of the locals favorites. Enjoy St. Patrick's at McMullans, with six bands on St. Patrick's Day. Entertainment will be on two stages.

4650 W Tropicana Ave #110,
Las Vegas, NV, 89103
Phone 702-247-7000
Mon - Sun: 8:00 am - 8:00 am Web - www.mcmullansirishpub.com

 

 

Quinn's Irish Pub

Quinn's Irish Pub at Green Valley Ranch Resort and Casino

Quinns Irish Pub is also a fun venue filled with authentic slice of Irish hospitality and culture. Enjoy food and drinks and listen to the live pub music nightly. This is surely a St Patrick's day destination in Las Vegas. Open daily at 11am.

Located the Green Valley Ranch

 

 

Jack's Irish Pub

Jack's Irish Pub at Palace Station Hotel and Casino

Jack's doubles as one of the great Irish pubs in Las Vegas as well as a sports bar. Enjoy an authentic slice of Irish culture at Jack's this St Patrick's Day

Hours: Sunday – Thursday: 9am – midnight
Friday & Saturday: 9am – 2am

Located at Palace Station

 

 

 

Other Las Vegas irish Restaurant and Pubs

 

The Auld Dubliner 40 Via Bel Canto Henderson, NV (702) 567-8002 www.aulddublinerpubs.com	Kavanaugh's Irish Pub & Grill 3290 West Ann Road North Las Vegas, NV (702) 395-0492
Crown and Anchor British Pub 1350 East Tropicana Avenue Las Vegas, NV (702) 739-8676 www.crownandanchorlv.com	Molly Malone's Irish Pub 11930 Southern Highlands Parkway Las Vegas, NV (702) 837-0213
Fado Irish Pub & Restaurant 9470 Eastern Ave Henderson, NV 89052 (702) 407-8691	Chicago Brewing Company and Cigar Lounge Four Queens Hotel Downtown 202 Fremont St, Las Vegas, NV, 89101 (702) 385-4011

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