There are many worthwhile reasons for lifting a pint, but possibly the grandest reason of all is the celebration of all things Irish on St. Patrick’s Day!  Here’s a roundup of some of Surrey’s best pubs and restaurants to enjoy St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. May the luck of the Irish be with you and remember, “there are only two kinds of people in the world: the Irish, And those who wish they were.”

The Dublin Crossing Public House

Get your Irish on at Dublin Crossing Irish Pub with festive fun happening every day from March 13–20. Enjoy themed days like Dress Like a Leprechaun Day, Lucky Socks Day, and Green & Gold Day, all leading up to a lively St. Patrick’s Day celebration on March 17. Throughout the week, guests can enjoy live music, Irish dancers, green beer, food and drink specials, and prize giveaways. The festivities wrap up on March 20 with Irish dancers and a grand prize draw for a trip to Ireland, making it a week-long celebration you won’t want to miss. Sláinte! (101 – 18789 Fraser Highway)

Donegal’s Irish House

The St. Patrick’s Day fun continues at Donegal’s Irish House, Surrey’s original Irish pub, for one of the biggest parties of the year. Enjoy green beer and Guinness pints, a special feature menu, and lively performances from the Steel School of Irish Dance at 2:00 pm and 8:30 pm. The celebration continues with live Celtic rock from Three Row Barley starting at 7:00 pm. No cover and first-come, first-served—so arrive early and join the fun! (12054 96th Ave)

The Barn Country Bar

Head to The Barn Country Bar for a St. Patrick’s Day party with a country twist. Their Totally Twain St. Patrick’s Day Party blends Irish spirit with Shania Twain favourites, featuring country hits, line dancing lessons, and plenty of dancing throughout the night. Guests can also enjoy festive drink specials and a lively green-themed atmosphere. Grab your boots, bring your friends, and get ready for a fun night of country energy.

Mainland Whisky

Kick off the St. Patrick’s Day celebrations with a hands-on Irish-inspired cocktail class at Mainland Whisky on March 12. Led by bartender Avree, this interactive evening will guide guests through crafting three different cocktails using Mainland’s 6-year Canadian whisky. Along the way, you’ll learn professional mixing techniques, explore flavour profiles, and enjoy an artisanal charcuterie snack. All tools, ingredients, and recipe cards are included so you can recreate the cocktails at home

The Henry Public House

Luck is on tap this St. Patrick’s Day at The Henry Public House, where the celebrations run from 11:00 am until late on March 17. Enjoy green beer, brunch served until 2:00 pm, and a classic fish and chips feature, along with lively performances from Irish dancers. Pot of Gold draws throughout the day offer chances to win cash, and guests can also enter to win prizes, including a Herschel travel bag, retro speaker, Polaroid camera, and a $500 gift card. Sláinte! (5708 176 St)

Rusty's Neighbourhood Pub

Kick off the St. Patrick’s Day celebrations early at Rusty’s Neighbourhood Pub with a festive pre-party on Saturday, March 14 from 9:00 pm until close. Enjoy green beer, St. Patrick’s Day drink features, and swag and prizes from Guinness while DJ Johnny Love keeps the energy going with music throughout the night. The pub will also be celebrating on March 17, so keep an eye out for more festive fun. (101 – 17770 56 Ave)

The Social Tavern

Head to The Social Tavern in Fleetwood for a lively St. Patrick’s Day celebration on March 17. Enjoy green beer, Guinness, and Jameson specials throughout the day, with live music from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. Leprechaun games around the tavern will keep the fun going, with prizes up for grabs. Happy Hour runs from 3:00 to 6:00 pm and again from 9:00 pm to close—making it easy to stop in and join the festivities. (8410 160 St)