Celebrating St Patrick’s Day across the West Midlands

Celebrating St Patrick’s Day across the West Midlands

After 3 years, the streets of the West Midlands will be blooming with joy so why not join us for a lucky charm or two? The parade might not take place at this year’s festival, but that doesn’t stop us from celebrating as we’ve rounded up the top hot spots so you can celebrate St Patrick’s Day this year! 

Fun facts about St Patrick’s Day: 

• Did you know that your odds of finding a four-leaf clover are about 1 in 10,000? 
• St Patrick’s Day was initially associated with the colour blue, it was only in the 17th century where the tradition changed to the colour green! 
• It’s believed St Patrick was from Wales and not from Ireland…  

Have you heard Shamrock Tenors are heading back to town? 

You heard us right, Shamrock Tenors will be making an appearance in the heart of Birmingham at Symphony Hall on St Patrick’s Day! 

After sharing their musical talent across the world from winning dancing championships to featuring in the West End shows, they’re the complete package so you’ll be in for a treat. 

Delve into a spectacular evening of traditional classics including Will Ye Go Lassie Go, Wild Rover and their iconic cover of Grace which hit number 1 in the charts back in 2020! 

So prepare for a night to remember by putting on your dancing shoes and getting ready to dance to the beat of Irish music. Ready to party your shamrocks off? 

Don’t forget to book your tickets here before they sell out. You’ll thank us a million! 

Celebrate St Patrick’s Day at the Aardvark in Coventry

If you’re local to Coventry, you cannot miss out on the St Patrick’s Day special at the Aardvark pub where they’re going all out on the Irish celebrations. 

We all know it’s not St Patrick’s Day without ordering the famous pint of Guinness. If you’re celebrating with friends and family, why not shamrock and roll with 4 shots of Baby Guinness for just £8? It’s a brew-tiful deal! 

If the above doesn’t float your boat, then there’s plenty of digging to be done from their ‘proper good food’ menu. Whether you're in the mood for a classic cod and chips served with tartare sauce and mushy peas or a fiery chicken tikka masala curry accompanied with heavenly soft naan bread, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. 

Feeling lucky? Enjoy a pot full of golden treats with their delicious cookie dough sundae. Satisfy your sweet tooth and indulge cookie dough heaven served with vanilla ice cream, marshmallows topped with rich Belgian sauce! 

From Thursday 17th March until Sunday 20th March 2022, reserve your table now so you don’t miss out on the special festivities in Coventry.

Enjoy an evening with ‘Ire-Ish’ in Sutton Coldfield

Discover ‘Ire-Ish’, the Irish folk punk band based in the heart of Birmingham. 

It was only a few years ago where they released their parody of the ‘Fairytale of New Street’ based on the Christmas classic of ‘Fairytale of New York’. 

A million views later, they became the internet sensation now known as the Ire-Ish and are back to entertain you with a fun filled evening full of traditional Irish classics including their sensational parody! 

Book your tickets in advance and visit them at the Rhodehouse in Sutton Coldfield this St Patrick’s Day! 

Don’t forget if you're heading out with your friends or family after 6pm, remember you can benefit from our Evening Group Saver for just £4 only on our mTicket app!

And if you’re not joining the festival this year, there’s plenty of ways to celebrate the Irish festivities. Why not bake a feast of St Patrick’s Day themed cookies or cakes, or slide into your dancing shoes for a bit of tap dancing instead? How about putting your knowledge to the test with a fun quiz or even bingo?

Whatever you’re up to on St Patrick’s Day, we would love to hear from you, so make sure to tag us in our socials below!