With three-quarters of Liverpool's population having Irish roots, the city is fairly named the second capital of Ireland. No wonder it goes green on St. Patrick's Day weekend. Varied events and activities are planned throughout the Baltic Triangle area and beyond. Let's dive into the details!
Pre St. Patrick's Day Parade (March 9, 2024)
This year, the event's organizers have decided to host a miniature (but also huge) version of the main Parade on March 9th, a week before the big celebration. If you want to join the crowd, head to Liverpool's St. Patrick's Catholic Church at 1 pm. The festivities will be accompanied by St Mary's Brass Band.
The Main St. Patrick's Day Parade (March 17, 2024)
The parade is traditionally the highlight of Liverpool's celebration, drawing large crowds out onto the streets. The marching units gather at the Old Irish Centre, Mount Pleasant, at 12:30 pm and step off at 1 pm to classy Celtic music. The parade's endpoint is set at O'Neill's Irish Bar (Oneills Liverpool) on Hanover Street.
Post-Parade Party (March 17-18, 2024)
On Sunday, the 17th, you can also join the parade after-party. Make your way towards Hannover Street, specifically, the Tonight Josephine bar. This is the spot where the parade route ends, so it'll be easy to find. The bar doors open at 2 pm on March 17 and last until midnight (12:30, March 18). There, you'll get a chance to see performances by some of the UK's best singers and bands (Skylarks, Doc Mccloskey, and others). Tickets are £10 per person, and they guarantee you a seat.
The Baltic Triangle bars
You can continue your merrymaking right at O'Neill's with showers of Guinness. Make sure to check out Liverpool's first Irish bar—Flanagan's Apple in Mathew Street. Then move a bit south and explore other Irish bars within the Baltic Triangle. The neighborhood boasts plenty of places to raise a pint of the iconic black stuff to St. Patrick. Consider such hearty spots as the Baltic Market, Punch Tarmey's Liverpool, or Camp and Furnace, full of Irish craic.
Stay tuned for more details and latest news, which are announced on the official websites (see External Resources below.) Also, we suggest that you plan your stay in Liverpool in advance—have a look at the accommodations nearby presented on the map.
