St Patrick’s Celebrations at Linen Hall Library
In the Footsteps of St Patrick
9 – 31 March
Linen Hall Library
Curated by the Linen Hall Librarian, John Killen, this exhibition looks at Saint Patrick the man, and places him in fifth century Ireland. Patrick’s journey through Ireland will be followed and the traditions, myths and legends that surround Patrick will be addressed.
A Touch of the Green with Randall Stephen Hall
14 March 12noon
Linen Hall Library
A special performance with music and readings. Family event, celebrating St. Patrick’s Day, with Randall Stephen Hall, storyteller, artist, writer and musician.
St Patrick’s Concert
10 March 6.30pm
Linen Hall Library
A special performance with music and readings.
The Dirty Onion
17 March from 12pm
Enjoy St Patrick’s Day in traditional style with the finest Irish music available in Belfast! There will be 4 piece traditional music sessions 1pm-8pm and 3 piece trad sessions 8pm-10pm plus a lucky pot of gold with prizes and a BBQ from 12pm.
More Power to Your Elbow
17 March 9pm
King’s Head
More Power To Your Elbow is an eight piece international Celtic rock band. On the go now for twenty years or more, this extraordinary bunch of musicians has entertained audiences the world over with their lively energetic set of jigs, reels and songs.
St Patrick’s Day Race Meeting
17 March 1.35pm
Down Royal
Head to Down Royal for a thrilling day of horse racing at their annual St Patrick’s Day race meeting.
Saint Patrick’s Festival
14 & 15 March 11am – 4pm
Giant’s Causeway Visitor Centre
This year celebrate all things Irish at the Giant’s Causeway Visitor Centre and the Causeway Hotel. Find the leprechauns on the treasure trail, and enjoy face painting and balloon modelling.
Shamrock Shenanigans
15 March 12noon – 5pm
Springhill
With free entry for anyone who can prove they are called Patrick, this is sure to be a fine way to celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day. Discover the Shamrock Trail around the grounds and enjoy crafts, food and music.
Celebrate St Patrick’s Day
17 March 11am – 4pm
Castle Espie
Escape the hustle and bustle and join Castle Espie for Saint Patrick’s Day. Discover the little laughing leprechauns hidden around our reserve, meet the snakes that St Patrick forgot to banish, and try your hand at making fun pictures with potatoes.
St Patrick’s Day Men’s Open Stableford
17 March from 8am
Hilton Templepatrick Hotel and Country Club
18 hole Open Men’s Stableford competition. Every player will receive a free bowl of Irish stew after the game.
