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From Irish music and dance performances to pub food paired with locally crafted beer, there are countless ways to enjoy St. Patrick’s Day here in Dutchess County. Only a 90-minute train ride from New York City via Metro-North or Amtrak, Dutchess is the perfect destination for an unforgettable getaway in the heart of the Hudson Valley.
Use this list of the Top Ways to Enjoy St. Patrick’s Day in Dutchess to help you plan your trip. Be sure to take lots of pictures, and feel free to share them here and tag @DutchessTourism on social media.
For information about St. Patrick’s Day parades in Dutchess, click here.
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Seven days a week at Juan Murphy’s, Poughkeepsie
This classic trivia spot in Poughkeepsie offers an unforgettable atmosphere with one-of-a-kind fusion. Famously, Juan Murphy’s is an Irish pub that serves Mexican grub. Corned beef reubens, Guinness-BBQ wings, and hot pastrami “Dubliners” join loaded nachos, fajita bowls, and pulled pork burritos. There’s something for everyone at this fun Dutchess County hangout, with game nights, karaoke nights, and live music every Friday and Saturday. Plus, catch Irish jam sessions every other Tuesday.
Saturday, March 8, 3 p.m., at Staatsburgh State Historic Site, Staatsburg
Celebrate Irish heritage and the Mills family's connection to Ireland at this kid-friendly event. Participants will learn about young Annie Moore, the first immigrant processed at Ellis Island, and visit a replica of one of the Irish maid’s rooms in the Mills Mansion, and about the Mills' daughter who married the eighth Earl of Granard, an Irish aristocrat. Plus, you'll collect in a jar all the ingredients you'll need to bake authentic Irish soda bread once you get home. Click here to register.
Related: A First-Timer's Guide to Dutchess County
March 12–16 at the Sloop Brewing Company at The Factory, Hopewell Junction
Why limit yourself to one St. Patrick’s Day when you can celebrate for a whole week? That’s what the folks at Sloop thought when they created their Five Days of St. Patrick’s Day. Enjoy an exclusive beer line-up, including draft pours of favorites like Juice Bomb and seasonal treats like (No) Green Beer. Be sure to snag special $13 glassware that includes a complimentary first pour and $4 refills throughout the week. Grab a bite to eat from the special St. Patrick’s Day menu, and on March 16, enjoy live Irish music by the Raggle-Taggle Gypsy-O’s. Click here to learn more. Slainte!
Saturdau, March 15, 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., at the Center for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck
Do you have a dancer in the family? Be sure to bring them to the Center for Performing Arts to see a show featuring Joan McGrenaghan, Meghan Craft, and their Celtic Heels Irish Dance Troupe, which is returning to the Center for its 40th anniversary show. This program is part of the Center's popular Saturday Morning Family Series, which for more than 25 years has provided a perfect way to introduce young children and their families to the world of theatre in a relaxed, non-judgmental environment. Click here to purchase tickets.
Saturday, March 15, 6 p.m. at Curry Estate, Hopewell Junction
Rock out with The Carry Zazz Band and enjoy a festive St. Patrick's Day buffet that can't be beat! The Carry Zazz Band plays a variety of classic rock, country, and dance favorites. It's sure to be a fun night full of great food, great music and great company. Cash bar. Click here to reserve tickets.
Saturday, March 15, 8:30 p.m., at the Towne Crier Cafe, Beacon
JigJam brings its high-energy brand of Irish Bluegrass music to the Towne Crier, located in the heart of Beacon's walkable Main Street corridor and is within walking distance of the Beacon Metro-North train station. Click here to purchase tickets. While you’re there, be sure to grab a decadent dessert made in-house by pastry chef Mary Ciganer. The Towne Crier, a Dutchess County icon for more than 50 years, hosts live music performances several nights each week. Check out their event calendar.
Sunday, March 16, 9 a.m. at J.H. Ketcham Memorial Park, Dover Plains
Lace up those sneakers and get ready to run (or walk) in the fourth annual St. Patrick’s 5k hosted by the Eastern Dutchess Road Runners Club. The race starts and finishes in J.H. Ketcham Memorial Park, and the course is on town roads with several small, rolling hills. Awards for the top three male, female and non-binary finishers. Stick around for celebratory snacks and shamrock shakes. Click here to register.
Sunday, March 16, 8 p.m. at Daryl’s House, Pawling
Run by one-half of the legendary duo Hall & Oates, Daryl’s House Club in Pawling is an electric venue for live music. What better way to celebrate St. Patrick than with a Celtic rock concert? The Mighty Ploughboys, a five-piece, Connecticut-based power group, performs its own unique mix of classic rock and traditional Irish music. Doors open at 5 p.m., and the band starts shredding promptly at 8 p.m. To reserve tickets, click here. Not available that night? Daryl’s House hosts live music events four or five nights every week. Be sure to check out the schedule of upcoming shows.
Wednesdays through Saturdays, 6 p.m.–12 a.m. at Traghaven Whiskey Pub, Tivoli
Uisce breatha is the Irish name for whiskey, translating literally to “water of life.” Traghaven Whiskey Pub boasts a massive collection of booze from across the Atlantic. Browse the extensive whiskey menu by single-malt, blended, single-potstill, ryes, bourbons and Scotch. Then, snack on Irish staples like fish and chips, shepherd’s pie, and, of course, corned beef and cabbage. Check the Traghaven Facebook page for announcements, as Traghaven is known for all sorts of entertainment. In the past, they’ve hosted live jazz, pub-play readings, trivia nights and traditional Hootenannys.
Saturday, Feb. 22, 10 a.m., on Broad Street, Pawling
The Village of Pawling is the place to be for those looking to get a head start on their St. Patrick’s Day revelry. Now in its ninth year, Pawling’s "Unofficial" St. Patrick’s Day Parade has become quite a popular event despite being held nearly a month ahead of its namesake holiday. Covering a mere 223 feet of Broad Street, it’s become known as “America’s Shortest Parade,” but there’s an awful lot of fun packed into every inch of it. The event kicks off at 10 a.m. with a free concert. The Nerds keep the party rocking with a free concert following the parade.
Saturday, March 1, 1 p.m., in Wappingers Falls
Margo Maher will lead the way as the Grand Marshal for the 30th annual Dutchess County St. Patrick’s Parade. This is certain to be another fantastic event the whole family will enjoy, just as it has been year after year. Be sure to dress in green and head to Wappingers Falls for all the fun. For a map of the parade route, click here.
Saturday, March 8, 12 p.m., on Main Street, Beacon
Don your most festive green attire and head to the City of Beacon for the 10th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade of Green. The parade conveniently falls on BeaconArts' Second Saturday. Explore Beacon’s hottest bars, restaurants, breweries and art galleries late into the evening!
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