7 Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in the East Bay
Before celebrating, let's learn more about St. Patrick's Day...
๐ St. Patrick's Day is a global celebration of Irish culture. In particular, it is in remembrance of Saint Patrick, one of Ireland's patron saints, who ministered Christianity in Ireland during the fifth century.
๐ We wear green to honor the large, green flag that the Bishops carried in battle. The flag was thought to be green because the rebellion was led by Catholic Bishops who were representing not only the sovereignty of their land, but who were also serving as protectors of their faith.
๐ The shamrock, pot-of-gold and leprechauns are also associated with St. Patrickโs Day. The shamrock was worn as a badge on the lapel. Three is Irelandโs magic number and the three petals that make up the shamrock are supposed to bring good luck. The three leaves also represent the Trinity in the Christian religion.
Now on to the fun!
๐ 1. St. Patrickโs Day Brew Crawl
When: March 16th
What Time: From 5-8 pm
Where: 603 Main St in Downtown Pleasanton
"Join us Saturday, March 16th for the annual St. Patrick's Brew Crawl and sample craft beers and ciders from over 25 downtown locations while enjoying tasty bites along the way."
๐ 2. St. Patrick's Day Festival & Parade
When: March 16-17th
What Time: From 9:30am- 5pm
Where: Dublin Civic Center, 100 Civic Plaza in Dublin
"Our two-day St. Patrickโs Day Festival at the Dublin Civic Center is one of the biggest on the West Coast, drawing as many as 80,000 people to enjoy Irish entertainment; authentic Irish and beverages, as well as outdoor festival favorites; shopping at 200+ vendors booths; even a pop-up Irish tea cottage."
๐ 3. Shamrock 5K Fun Run & Walk
When: March 17th
What Time: 8:30am
Where: 6815 Dublin Blvd in Dublin
"Our two-day St. Patrickโs Day Festival at the Dublin Civic Center is one of the biggest on the West Coast, drawing as many as 80,000 people to enjoy Irish entertainment; authentic Irish and beverages, as well as outdoor festival favorites; shopping at 200+ vendors booths; even a pop-up Irish tea cottage."
๐ 4. Knights of Columbus St. Patrick's Day Celebration
When: March 16th
What Time: 5:30-10pm
Where: 199 Brandon Road in Pleasant Hill
"Full Irish Bar with Guinness, Harp & Guinness Blonde. Irish Dancers and Live Irish Music."
๐ 5. St. Patrick's Celebration 2019
When: March 16th
What Time: 1-4pm
Where: Rios Lovell Winery, 6500 Tesla Road in Livermore
"Corned beef, cabbage and my favorite: red taters! And perhaps a wee bit of a mustard taste-off, an old family tradition."
๐ 6. St. Patrick's Day Party
When: March 16th
What Time: 6-11pm
Where: Alameda Elks Lodge 2255 Santa Clara Ave in Alameda
"The Lodge St. Patrick's Day Party is on Saturday, March 16th in the Rathskellar. Cocktail Hour begins at 6pm with a Traditional Irish Fare Dinner of Corned Beef with all the trimmings being served at 7pm."
๐ 7.St. Patrick's Day Beer Crawl
When: March 16th
What Time: 1-5pm
Where: Benicia Main Street, 90 First Street in Benicia
"The Saturday before St. Patrick's Day, let out your Irish cheer and sample craft beers inside participating businesses in Downtown Benicia."
๐๐๐ Happy St. Patrick's Day! Stay safe! ๐๐๐