Who doesn’t love St Patrick’s Day?

Wherever you are in the world, it’s a massive party as people come together to celebrate all things Irish.

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And, with a huge Irish contingent right here in Dubai, this city is one of the best places in the world to get into the Paddy’s Day swing.

And now, without further ado, here are some of the best places to celebrate St Patrick’s Day in Dubai in 2024.

Fibber Magee’s

Fibber Magee’s is a must-visit and an absolute staple on the Dubai pub scene. The popular Irish pub will be operating as usual during Ramadan from 8am until 3am every day. Live music will continue but in a restricted capacity as per their permits.
Open Sun-Sat 8am-3am. Saeed Tower 1, Trade Centre, www.fibbersdubai.com (04 332 2400).

Goose Island Tap House

The winner of the Time Out Dubai Nightlife Awards’ best pub in 2023, Goose Island Tap House at FIVE Jumeirah Village is celebrating St Patrick’s Day on Sunday March 17. The pub is encouraging patrons to wear green clothes in honour of the occasion. They will be laying on a menu of classic Irish food and drink to celebrate.
Dhs145 per person. Sun Mar 17, From midday. FIVE Jumeirah Village, Jumeirah Village Circle (04 455 9989).

McGettigan’s Dubai Science Park

A proper Irish welcome in Dubai on every visit, McGettigan’s is enjoyed by residents and tourists alike. Wherever you are in the city, you’re never far from one of the best pubs in town. This year, the Irish chain is hosting a month of offers and festivities at Dubai Science Park. Between Saturday February 17 and Suday March 17, the bar is giving people the chance to win a trip to Dublin. For every Dhs250 spent, patrons receive an entry ticket to win return flights and a five-night stay in Dublin. and Live entertainment will be provided at the Science Park by tribute bands to Irish legends Boyzone and Westlife on Thursday March 7 and Friday March 8. The venue will also host a special pre-St. Paddy’s Saturday brunch on March 9. And on the day itself, it will be hosting plenty of St. Patrick’s Day-themed festivities.
Sat Feb 17 – Sun Mar 17. McGettigan’s, Holiday Inn and Suites at Dubai Science Park. mcgettigan.hidsp@ihg.com. (04 567 1400).

McGettigan’s Factory

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Popular Irish folk singer Mundy will be making an appearance at the McGettigan’s Factory as part of their St Patrick’s Day celebrations on Saturday March 9. He will be performing his greatest hits including To You I Bestow. The venue is hosting five hours of free-flowing beverages on Saturday March 9, Saturday March 16 and Sunday March 17. House packages start from Dhs385 per person. A premium package begins at Dhs485 but for an additional Dhs10 you can add the black stuff into the mix. On the Sunday it will be Dhs17 on selected pints and other drinks from 5pm until 6pm.

Dhs235 per person (soft drinks), Dhs385 per person (house beverages), Dhs485 per person (premium package). McGettigan’s Factory The Palm. (04 230 0062).

Mezzanine Bar & Kitchen

If a St Patrick’s Day roast is more your bag, Mezzanine Bar & Kitchen is a solid option. Pints of the black stuff will be available for Dhs32 from 10am until late on Sunday March 17 but you can if you order a Sunday roast then you’ll be able to get one for only Dhs1. Happy hour specials are also on the go from noon until 7pm.
Sun Mar 17, 10am-late. Souk Madinat Jumeirah, King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street (058 599 4659).

Seafire Steakhouse & Bar

In honour of the Emerald Isle, Seafire has added some Irish specials to their usual à la carte menu. Short ribs braised with the black stuff catch the eye and will be paired with a classic Irish mixed drink.
Fri Mar 17, 6pm-11.30pm. Atlantis, The Palm, atlantis.com/dubai/restaurants/wavehouse.

The Black Sheep

You can grab a pint of the black stuff for Dhs29 all day at gastropub The Black Sheep. The JLT venue will also be putting on live music and other drink specials throughout St. Patrick’s Day. It is home to the longest happy hour in JLT as it lasts from noon until 8pm.

Sun Mar 17, noon-2am. Pullman Dubai Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Cluster T. theblacksheepdubai.com (058 599 5664)

The Dubliner’s

If you want a good ol’ shindig to celebrate The Dubliner’s Irish pub is throwing the ultimate All Things Irish Nighttime Brunch on Sunday March 17. From 7pm to 11pm soak up traditional live Irish music, watch a troop of Irish dancers perform and tuck into a carvery dinner with unlimited selected beverages at Dhs399 for three hours, or unlimited food and four pints for Dhs299. To top it all off, if you’re up for digging out the green garments it will get you 25 percent off your total bill.
Dhs299 (food and four pints), Dhs399 (food and free-flow beverages). Sun Mar 17- 7pm-11pm. Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre. thedubliners-dubai.com (04 702 2508).

The Duck Hook

Looking at the greenery of the Dubai Hills Golf Course, you could be forgiven for thinking you’re in the Emerald Isle itself. With live music and a special Irish menu including soda bread and an Irish beef stew. Irish mixed drinks starting from Dhs30 are on the menu from Friday to Sunday, it’s a spot to consider for your St Patrick’s Day plans. Live music on the grass will be on every night of the weekend.
Open 11.30am-midnight. Dubai Hills Golf Club (0800 323232).

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