St. Patrick’s Day is not only a religious holiday; for Savannahians and tourists alike, it’s one of the most hallowed party days (or weeks) of the year. Unless you have the luck of the Irish, you’ll probably want to do some pre-party planning. South magazine has you covered with our guide to the best places to Play on St. Patrick’s Day!

For the truly authentic St. Paddy’s experience, head to Kevin Barry’s Irish Pub on River Street. This Savannah classic has been serving up traditional Irish fare and live Irish music for almost 30 years! This year they have a great lineup of musicians for the whole week, featuring Irish folk musicians Carroll Brown, Frank Emerson, and Harry O’Donoghue.

Murphy’s Law, located at Congress and Montgomery, is another authentic Irish pub and just happens to be the home bar of the Savannah Shamrocks rugby team. Their St. Patrick’s Day rugby tournament over the weekend hosted over 80 teams from all over the world, and Rugby Magazine has listed them as one of the top rugby bars in America.

This free outdoor family-friendly celebration of Irish heritage and culture is traditionally held the weekend before St. Patrick’s Day. Featured activities and live performances include Irish music, dancing, crafts, food and more.

Main Stage
11:00 a.m. Opening Ceremony
11:30 a.m. Glor na h’Eireann Irish Dance School
12:00 p.m. Harry O’Donoghue
1:00 p.m. The Cathie Ryan Band
2:15 p.m. Frank Emerson (A Tribute to the US Armed Forces)
2:30 p.m Meet The Cathie Ryan Band (autograph signing at the ticket tent)
2:50 p.m. Irish Dancers of Savannah
3:25 p.m. Harry O’Donoghue
4:00 p.m. The Cathie Ryan Band
4:55 p.m. Closing Remarks

Children’s Stage
11:30 a.m. Irish Dancers of Savannah
12:15 p.m. Conrad Hartz’ Puppet Show
12:45 p.m. Batt Burns (Seanachie — Irish storyteller)
1:15 p.m. Sean Driscoll (storymaker)
1:45 p.m. Conrad Hartz’ Puppet Show
2:15 p.m. Sean Driscoll (storymaker)
2:45 p.m. Glor na h’Eireann Irish Dance School
3:30 p.m. Batt Burns (Seanachie — Irish storyteller)
4:00 p.m. Last Fling (dancers from both Irish Dance Schools)
4:30 p.m. Stage closed

Cost: Free and open to the public

More Info: Contact (912) 651-6417 or email jputallaz@savannahga.gov

The Bayou Cafe will host live music throughout the week of St. Patricks Day celebrations. Check out the schedule below and be sure to stop by!

St. Pats Band Schedule

FRIDAY 12^TH

Mike Schultz Band 10:30pm

Opener Thomas Claxton 9pm

David Harbuck 9pm – Close (Upstairs)

SATURDAY 13^TH

Magic Rocks 10:30pm

Opener Thomas Claxton 9pm

David Harbuck 9pm – Close (Upstairs)

SUNDAY 14TH  MONDAY 15^TH

Chief 9pm-Close

TUESDAY 16^TH

David Harbuck 1pm-4:30pm

Thomas Claxton 4:30- 9pm

Chief Band 9pm-Close

DJ Brian 2p-Close (Upstairs Karaoke)

WEDNESDAY 17^TH

David Harbuck 1-4pm

Ga Fire Band 5-9pm

Thomas Claxton Band 9-Close

DJ Brian 2p – Close (Upstairs Karaoke)

THURSDAY 18^TH

David Harbuck 5-9pm

Chief  9- Close

FRIDAY 19^TH

Thomas Claxton 9pm

Magic Rocks 10:30pm

SATURDAY 20^TH

Thomas Claxton 9pm

Bayou Blues Band 10:30pm

SUNDAY 21^ST – THURSDAY 25^TH

Chief 9pm – Close

FRIDAY 26^TH – SATURDAY 27^TH

Thomas Claxton Band 9pm – Close

SUNDAY 28^TH – THURSDAY 1^ST

Chief 9pm – Close

Cost: Free

More Info: Call 912.233.6411

St. Patrick’s day is next week but the festivities start this weekend and it’s time to pull out the green! We only find it fitting to inform everyone of where to pick up the hottest St. Patty’s Day duds. Storefronts all over Savannah are transforming their shop windows, by dawning the green and creating a scene.

With hundreds of local shops, Savannah has all the green you can possibly ask for. Whether you’re looking for shirts, beads, hats, glasses, noisemakers, or even some attire for the doggies, we know where to find it!

If you’re in the vicinity of downtown Savannah, there are a number of shops overflowing with St. Patrick’s Day attire, gifts and gags, including J. Parker Limited, Copper Penny Shooz, Go Fish, Urban Outfitters, and even Marc Jacobs.

However, if you happen to be on the south side of Savannah and are plowing through the malls, don’t forget to take a peek in the Stagg Shoppe, Pac Sun, Hallmark, Buckle, Spencer Gifts and Hot Topic for the green.

Every year the Fountain at Forsyth Park goes green for the St. Patrick’s Day celebrations.

Cost: Free

More Info: http://www.stpatricksday.com

Savannah welcomes thousands of visitors each year for our St. Patrick’s Day celebration. It has become one of Savannah’s biggest and most anticipated events of the year, and this year is no exception. Whether you’re looking to live in the lap of luxury or just need somewhere to crash on a budget, Savannah has the best places to STAY. With hundreds of hotels, most of them located near the area of the festivities, you will find that Savannah is nothing short of a visitor’s resort.

Located in the heart of Downtown Savannah, the Hyatt Hotel offers an array of accommodations, including two dining areas, a lounge, internet access, a concierge, baby services, a heated 2,000 sq ft indoor swimming pool, fitness center, and room service.

The Mansion, a member of the Kessler family of hotels, is located one street over from the parade route. They offer grand amenities, like their St. Patrick’s Day Package, which includes hotel accommodations, breakfast for two at 700 Drayton, and 2 cocktails in Casimir’s Lounge.