The Jig is Up and the Word is Out: New Hope is the Place to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
You don’t have to be Irish to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Dress in green and head to New Hope to join in the fun. There’s something for everyone including music, food, and drink specials from March 15th to March 17th.
8th Annual Newtown Irish Festival Presented By The Green Parrot
o Thursday, March 15, 2018, 8:00 PM – Sun, Mar 18, 2018, 8:00 PM
o Green Parrot 240 North Sycamore Street Newtown, PA 18940
o Work up an appetite at the Shamrock Shuffle 5K on March 17 in the center of Newtown. After, indulge in some well deserved drinks, giveaways, and an all-access wristband to the Green Parrot's St. Patrick's Day party.
Ireland- A History In Music with Larry Kirwan at Zlock Performing Arts Center
o Friday, March 16, 2018 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
o Zlock Performing Arts Center 275 Swamp Rd, Newtown, PA 18940
o Learn about the history of Ireland’s musical journey and how Irish immigrants brought the traditions of music and storytelling to the shores of New York with Larry Kirwan. Bucks Students get in free!
The Galway Girls: Songs of Ireland at Bucks County Playhouse
o Friday, March 16, 2018 8:00 PM
o Bucks County Playhouse 70 S Main St, New Hope, PA 18938
o Experience authentic Irish music with “The Galway Girls” at the Bucks County Playhouse! Hear traditional classics like “Four Green Fields,” “Whiskey in the Jar,” “Danny Boy” and more.
Pops Concert Featuring Legendary Irish Tenor Robert White at Delaware Valley University
o Saturday, March 17, 2018 7:30 PM
o Delaware Valley University Student Center Auditorium 700 East Butler Avenue, Doylestown, PA 18901
o Robert White sings a wide variety of music ranging from Baroque opera to Gian Carlo Menotti, John Corigliano, and Ned Rorem. Enjoy the same Irish ballads he has performed at international music festivals, on tour in England and Ireland, as well as his own BBC Radio series with the Royal Philharmonic.
St. Patrick’s Day Weekend Celebration at Crossing Vineyards and Winery
o Saturday March 17, 2018 – Sunday March 18, 2018 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
o Crossing Vineyards and Winery Address 1853 Wrightstown Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977
o Nothing says St. Patrick's Day quite like corned beef! Savor corned beef sandwiches with mustard on marble rye and Keogh's Shamrock and Sour Cream Potato Chips. Pair your meal with a glass of Chardonnay or craft beer, and don’t forget to save room for Bailey's Irish Cream Chocolate Truffles.
The River Drivers at Bucks County Playhouse
o Saturday, March 17, 2018 8:00 PM
o Bucks County Playhouse Address: 70 S Main St, New Hope, PA 18938
o With roots in Ireland and Scotland, The River Drivers play a combination of traditional Irish songs from the Anglo-Celtic world and American folk music. Discover their passion-infused style at the Bucks County Playhouse.
Saint Patrick’s Weekend at The Dubliner on the Delaware
o Friday, March 16th and Saturday, March 17, 2018 12:00 PM
o The Dubliner on the Delaware 34 N Main St, New Hope, PA 18938
o Andrew Koontz & Bill O'Neal will be performing on Friday from 8:00- 11:00pm Tom Belsky performs Saturday from 12:00 PM- 3:00 PM followed by Na Bodach from 4:00 PM- 11:30 PM. With Guinness on tap and a well staffed bar, you’ll be Dublin up on drinks!
Irish Fest 2018 at Triumph Brewing, New Hope
o Saturday, March 17, 2018 12:00 PM
o Triumph Brewing 400 Union Square Dr, New Hope, PA 18938
o Bring the whole family to Triumph Brewing for a whole day of fun. Starting at noon, there will be Irish music, food, and of beer! Enjoy live music by Hobnail band from 12:00 PM- 4:00 PM and Manifested at 9:00 PM. The dance performance by Fitzpatrick School of Irish Dancers starts at 5:30 PM. Don’t miss the Feats of Strength Competition where our fiercest warriors will compete. Bring your little leprechauns, they will love balloon art, Citino Magic, face painting, stickers, fake tattoos, and coloring. Feast on corned beef, shepherd's pie, lamb stew, and cheddar stout fondue in addition to their regular menu. Wash it all down with an Irish Dry Stout or Irish Red Ale.
St. Patty’s Day Party at Great Barn Brewery
o Saturday, March 17, 2018 5:00 PM
o Great Barn Brewery 12 W Mechanic St, New Hope, PA 18938
o The festivities begin at Great Barn Brewery at 5:00pm. Grab a beer with your clan and sing along with Irish Folk Singer Michael Meade at 8:00pm. There will be Irish themed decorations, food and drink specials, and snacks!
Rock Out Saint Patrick’s Day at John & Peter's Place
o Saturday, March 17, 2018 3:00 PM
o 96 S Main St, New Hope, PA 18938
o Leave your pot of gold at home, because on Saint Patrick’s Day there’s no cover at John & Peter’s Place! Their annual party starts at 3:00 PM with King of Nowhere, performing classic rock with a folk style. Cranston Dean Band, plays mellow rock at 8:00 PM. More musical guests to be announced, it will be sham-rocking!
You don’t need luck to have an awesome Saint Patrick’s Day, just a room at the Carriage House of New Hope. Book your stay with us to join in on the Irish festivities. Happy St. Patrick’s Day, Éirinn go Brách!
