Get a taste of Ireland in RVA!

Celebrate the luck of the Irish at one of these Pubs or St. Patrick's Day Events in Downtown Richmond! 

A community staple, you can find an Irish Pub in multiple neighborhoods of Downtown Richmond to kick back with friends (and make new ones) over a pint and watch a match or compete in bar trivia and game nights. Then, if you're looking for a St. Patrick's Day party in Downtown Richmond, you're in luck! Choose from a variety of celebrations hosted by pubs, bars, and restaurants across Downtown.

McCormack's Irish Pub

12 N. 18th Street

Neighborhood: Shockoe Bottom

What You'll Find: Affordable drinks, happy hour specials, foosball and darts and live music.

Hours: Monday- Sunday, 5PM- 2 AM

Penny Lane Pub

421 E. Franklin Street

Neighborhood: Financial District

What You'll Find: A tribute to all things England, pool tables, cozy and friendly bar and soccer games on the "telly."

Hours: Tuesdays & Wednesdays 3 PM- Midnight, Thursdays & Fridays 3 PM- 2 AM, Saturdays 10 AM- 2 AM; Sundays 9 AM- 9PM

Penny Lane Pub
Penny Lane Pub

Poe's Pub

2706 E. Main Street

Neighborhood: Shockoe Bottom

What You'll Find: Edgar Allen Poe-themed decor and menu items, patio seating, live entertainment and moody vibes.

Hours: Monday- Sunday 11:00 AM- 4 AM

Rosie Connolly's Pub Restaurant

1548 E. Main Street (17th Street Market)

Neighborhood: Shockoe Bottom

What You'll Find: Irish comfort food, whiskeys, Guinness pints, patio seating and authentic pub atmosphere.

Hours: Tuesday- Thursday 4-11 PM, Fridays 4 PM- 12:30 AM; Saturdays 4 PM- 12 AM, Sundays 11 AM- 4 PM

Siné Irish Pub

1327 E. Cary Street

Neighborhood: Shockoe Slip

What You'll Find: Live music, patio seating, $1 brunch mimosas, happy hour specials and classic pub favorites.

Hours: Sunday- Thursday 11:30 AM- 1 AM, Friday- Saturday 11:30 AM- 2 AM

Rosie Connolly's Pub Restaurant Street View
Rosie Connolly's Pub Restaurant

St. Patrick's Day Events in Downtown Richmond

Grab your finest green outfit and get festive! Check out these St. Patrick's Day events happening around Downtown Richmond.

Siné Irish Pub's 27th Annual St. Patrick's Day Block Party

  • Saturday, March 14, 11 AM- close; Free entry | Join Siné Irish Pub for their favorite tradition, the St. Patrick's Day Block Party! Enjoy 12 hours of live music, green beer, and tons of delicious traditional Irish food!

Southern Railway Taphouse's Annual St. Patty'O Party

  • Saturday, March 14, 11 AM- close; Free entry | Join Southern Railway Taphouse and enjoy indoor and outdoor bars, an expansive patio, live bands and DJ set, and $1 green beers!

St. Patty's Bar Crawl

  • Saturday, March 14, 2- 6 PM; $15 | A bar crawl at 4 great restaurants in Shockoe Bottom! Start at Seasons Restaurant & Bar to grab your wristband to enjoy discounted prices on a specialty menu there and at Bellos Lounge, Rodeos, and Addis Ethiopian. 

Welcome to Shamrock at Juan’s St. Patty Day Party

  • Saturday, March 14, 2- 8 PM; No Cover until 3 PM, Table reservations available | Join Juan's Rooftop and Cantina for their ultimate, green- themed St. Patrick's Day Party! Enjoy live DJ sets and food and drink specials on the rooftop bar! 

Richmond St. Patrick's Day Bar Crawl

  • Saturday, March 14, 2- 9 PM; Tickets start at $20 | Join the Richmond St Patrick's Day Bar Crawl, your ultimate guide for the best possible St. Patrick's Day in Richmond. Purchase your ticket now for coverless entry into five of Downtown Richmond's favorite bars and clubs.

Mrs. Roper's Romp at Rosie Connolly's and Havana '59

  • Saturday, March 14, 3 PM- Midnight; Free Entry | This is not your ordinary bar crawl! A St. Patrick's Day and costume party in one, guests are invited to dress up as beloved red head, Mrs. Helen Roper from Three's Company (or as Stanley), and enjoy bagpipes, drink specials, and pints all night long at Rosie's and Havana '59 next door. 

Paddy's Rave at Ember Music Hall

  • Saturday, March 14, 9:30 PM; General Admission starts at $20 | Join Ember Music Hall for an unforgettable St. Patrick’s Day rave featuring Y2K and EDM hits!

Irish Whiskey Tasting & Cocktail Experience at Quirk Hotel

  • Monday, March 16, 6:00 PM and 7:30 PM; $39.19 | Taste and learn about three different Irish Whiskies from one of Quirk Cafe's craft bartenders. Afterwards, use your new whiskey knowledge to make your own cocktail!

St. Patrick's Day at Black Iris Social Club

  • Tuesday, March 17, 4:30- 11:30 PM; Free Entry. Register to reserve your spot | Black Iris Social club is hosting an open house St. Patrick's Day celebration curated to drop by straight after work (and stay longer than you planned). Enjoy green beer, whiskey specials, and plenty of dancing!