Got the luck of the Irish? Party the weekend away with music, dance and dining experiences when St. Patrick’s Day rolls around in Singapore.
If there’s one time of the year when you can get away with drinking ample amounts of Guinness in Singapore, it’s St Patrick’s Day. So throw on your greenest garb and get ready to guzzle beer at your favourite bar. March 17 is the date, but the festivities will last all weekend long. The merrymaking takes you from a vibrant street festival to a stunning Sunday brunch to menus inspired by Irish cuisine. Head this way for a shamrockin’ good time…
Where to celebrate St Patrick’s Day in Singapore
1. St Patrick’s Day Street Festival
18 – 19 March 2023
You know we can’t have a list of St Paddy’s Day revelry without this iconic street festival topping it. After a three-year pause, the party finally returns to Boat Quay this weekend. Gear up for all things Irish: food, games, music, makeovers and, of course, pints of Guinness. Throw on your greenest ‘fit and jazz it up at the fest with complimentary glitter paint, airbrushed tattoos, and white or green hairspray.
We’re psyched for electrifying entertainment from live bands and Irish dancers such as The Craic Horse and Gan Ainm at Rock and Trad Stage located near Molly Malone’s. Tip: stroll around the area’s pubs, bars and restaurants for special experiences and Guinness promo deals – all you need is the beer in hand. Also check out the giant Plinko game for a chance to win Guinness merch like jute bags, yoyos, mugs and magnets.
St Patrick’s Day Street Festival, 3pm – 10pm, Circular Road
2. Lavo
18 March 2023
The sky-high hotspot’s party brunch makes a comeback after three years with its St Patrick’s edition, aptly called Keep Calm and Shamrock On. So hang on to your hats ‘cos it’s about to get wild in here. The boozy afternoon shindig offers good fortune and buzzy vibes, padded with pounding beats by a live DJ and a scrumptious spread plus free-flow champagne, house pours, wines and beers.
Come hungry and ready to feast on Italian-American faves: there’s a raw bar on ice with poached lobsters, brick oven pizzas, pasta plates, and glorious desserts galore. Partying in style? We’re so here for it.
Lavo, 12.30 – 3.30pm, from $168 per person; Level 57, Marina Bay Sands Tower 1, 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956
3. Muddy Murphy’s
17 March 2023
The best way to end a long week is with ice-cold beer, of course. Hit up the Irish pub from 5.59pm on Friday, and you’ll enjoy free pints of Guinness for the next 17 minutes and 59 seconds. Wondering what’s up with the number? Well, the brand actually originated in the brewery of Arthur Guinness at St. James’s Gate in 1759. So set your alarms and close those laptops on time lest you miss out on this promo.
Muddy Murphy’s, #01-02 to 05, Claymore Connect, 442 Orchard Road, Singapore 238879
4. Level33
17 March 2023
Transport yourself to Ireland at the city’s highest urban microbrewery, where the menu features Irish classics with a twist. Grab your group of revellers and order dishes like stout and whiskey braised beef pie or Irish oysters – both are served with a complimentary 0.3-litre glass of stout. While you admire those spectacular city skyline views, prolong your time up high with dessert. Dig into Irish whiskey and organic honey ice cream glazed with stout caramel to end the meal.
Level33, #33-01, Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 1, 8 Marina Boulevard, Singapore 018981
5. St Patrick’s Day Comedy Night
17 March 2023
Celebrate this festival the best way possible: in peals of laughter over wicked jokes by tip-top comedians in Singapore. Head to comedy club The Lemon Stand this weekend to enjoy a rib-tickling show by Rajiv Balamurugan and Jihyun Hong. Each table gets free popcorn to snack on, but you can also purchase drinks and bar bites at the event.
St Patrick’s Day Comedy Night, 8pm, $25 per person; The Lemon Stand, #01-02, 12 Queen Street, Singapore 188553
6. Grand Park City Hall
17 March 2023
Kick off your weekend at the hotel’s rooftop sky garden, where you’ll be treated to music by live DJs like Andrew Chow and DJ Jagi, good food, loads of Irish beers, breezy views of the city, and a possible leprechaun sighting or two. Plus, there’ll be drinking games, beer pong challenges and an instant tattoo booth (available from 5.30pm to 9.30pm). Tip: don your best green garb to mingle with fellow party-goers!
Grand Park City Hall, 5pm to midnight, from $20 per person; 10 Coleman Street, Singapore 179809
7. St Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl
17 – 18 March 2023
Don your St Paddy’s best for this festive pub crawl, which will take you around town to some of the best Irish bars in Singapore. It’s got the works: a raving party bus, exclusive F&B deals, prizes to win for best dressed, fun games, and complimentary drinks at each bar.
St Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl, 7pm – 11.30pm, tickets from $50; meeting place at Mogambo Bar, 3 Canton Street, Singapore 049745
8. Spago Bar and Lounge
25 March 2023
Get high at the brand new Shades of Spago on the last Saturday of every month. For its March edition, Lilac & Lime Green, the rooftop lounge transforms into a party central decked out in the chosen shades. Come dressed in theme and dance the night away to beats by DJ Patrick Oliver. You’ll be welcomed with a complimentary cocktail of the month – this time, the Sloppy Kisses concoction is made of Don Julio Blanco tequila, green apple and absinthe.
Spago Bar and Lounge, 8pm to late, $48 per person; Level 57, Marina Bay Sands Tower 2, 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956
9. Goodwood Park Hotel
Until 17 March 2023
Here’s a cool way to have fun and do good. Nibble on Irish-themed delights and local faves at L’Espresso, where the Sense of Ireland afternoon tea menu includes mini sandwiches stuffed with smoked salmon, corned beef, and roasted portobello. Plus, feast on scones, cheese, oven-roasted Irish duck, lamb shepherd’s pie, Guinness beef stew, Bailey’s whoopie pie, Irish cream brownie and more. For each paying adult’s bill, 10% will go to The Ireland Funds Singapore to support beneficiaries in community development, education and more.
Goodwood Park Hotel, from $68 per adult, $40.80 per child; 22 Scotts Road, Singapore 228221
Go green and party on at these St Patrick’s Day happenings in Singapore. Who knows what you’ll find at the end of the rainbow?
