Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day and paint the town green with themed décor, special menus and your favourite Irish beverages.
Barasti
Celebrate Ireland’s biggest day with a 90’s throwback and drinks deals to help you cool off while enjoying the beach. The St. Patrick’s themed middle deck will see Shola Ama performing. Expect to hear her greatest hits, including Imagine, You Might Need Somebody and You’re The One I Love. With pints of Magners available for AED 40 all weekend, it’s the perfect way to embrace the Irish spirit.
GO: Call 04 318 1313 for reservations and more information.
Bongo’s Bingo
Experience a special Irish-themed edition of Bongo’s Bingo over the St. Patrick’s Day weekend. Revellers can sing along to Irish tunes, play the most thrilling bingo game, and win exciting prizes. Former Girl’s Aloud star Nadine Coyle will be performing at the event, so brush up on your lyrics, don your green and get ready to party. Saturday 18 March, from 7pm. AED 150 per person.
GO: Visit https://dubai.platinumlist.net for tickets and more information.
Dubai Media City Amphitheatre
If the songs Superheroes and Hall of Fame get your toes tapping, then you’ll be excited to hear that The Script are coming to the UAE. The Irish band will perform at McGettigan’s at Dubai Media City Amphitheatre. Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in style, and head to The Irish Festival where fellow Irish band The Coronas will provide the support act. Saturday 18 March. AED 349 (general admission), AED 499 (golden circle) or AED 699 (brunch and festival packages).
GO: Visit www.platinumlist.net for more information.
Jumeirah Golf Estates
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with your loved ones at Jumeirah Golf Estates, where a special evening brunch at the Earth Terrace will transport you to Ireland. This St. Patrick’s Day brunch will feature Irish cuisine and beverages. To make sure the holiday is jovial, a live Irish band will perform and there will be entertaining activities for the little ones. Friday 17 March, from 5pm to 8pm. AED 315 (soft beverages) and AED 440 (house beverages).
GO: Email jevents@dubaigolf.com or call 04 587 7777 for reservations and more information.
McGettigan’s
McGettigan’s City Walk, DWTC, JLT and Souk Madinat will throw the ultimate St. Patrick’s Day brunch with three hours of unlimited drinks and food. The celebrations will continue into the early hours with live entertainment. Each venue will have limited brunch packages available, so slide out of work early and kickstart the weekend with some Paddy’s Day fun. Friday 17 March, from 1pm to 4pm. AED 199 per person.
GO: Visit mcgettigans.com/shop for reservations and more information.
Mezzanine Bar & Kitchen
Situated in Souk Madinat Jumeirah, Mezzanine Bar & Kitchen will celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with an evening brunch. Expect outdoor seating, live musical performances and your favourite Irish dishes such as steak and ale pie, sausage and mash and beef stew. Friday 17 March, from 7pm to 10pm. AED 295 per person.
GO: Email reservations@mezzaninedubai.com or call 058 599 4659 for reservations and more information.
QWERTY
Gastrobar QWERTY invites you to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a special event where your dogs can join in the fun and have a chance to win prizes. Dress your pup in their finest green outfit and watch them strut their stuff on the special dog walk. While the dogs are having a blast, guests can enjoy unlimited Irish-style grazers and sip on Irish-themed cocktails while listening to Irish tunes. Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 March. AED 199 per person.
GO: Visit www.mediaonehotel.com or call 050 777 9247 for reservations and more information.
The Nine
Guests celebrating St. Patrick’s Day at The Nine inside Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk can enjoy their favourite Irish beverages for only AED 35. For those looking for a hearty meal, the British gastropub’s extensive food menu features Irish pub grub classics. Friday 17 March.
GO: Visit sofitel-dubai-theobelisk.com or call 04 281 4111 for reservations and more information.
Wavehouse
Wavehouse at Atlantis, The Palm will celebrate St. Patrick’s Day for a whole week. During this time, guests can enjoy Irish favourites, including Guinness and Jameson, as well as baby Guinness shots and Jameson old fashioned cocktails. Traditional Irish cuisine will also be on the menu, such as corned beef hash with russet potatoes and a variety of mini Irish pies. There will be bread pudding with dark chocolate and Irish whiskey custard or a cheesecake brownie with Baileys and vanilla ice cream for dessert. The restaurant will be adorned with green decorations and stilt walkers dressed in customary Irish garb. Available from Saturday 11 to Sunday 19 March.
GO: Visit www.atlantis.com or call 04 426 2626 for reservations and more information.
