A second home for the Irish, Glasgow excels in all things emerald. And when March rolls around, the Paddy's Day festivities swing into action... we're talking all-day sessions at the pub, live music and gallons of Guinness. Bringing you the ultimate guide to going green, we've stockpiled the best places for a St Patrick's Day events in Glasgow.
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Tennent's Bar is making sure you celebrate St Patrick's Day the right way in 2026, with a lineup of entertainment and sporting action to get everyone in the mood. Expect Irish craic and plenty of Guinness for an entire week of partying.
Upgrade your experience by ordering something from their notorious pub grub menu, from tapas plates to stone baked pizzas and gourmet burgers.
For those Glasgow St. Patrick's Day celebrations, be sure to check out O'Neill's in Grand Central and Merchant Square. Head inside these Irish boozers, where you'll be able to quaff a pint of Guinness, all while letting loose to epic live music from some of the best in the city.
If you're looking for the best St. Patrick's Day parties in Glasgow, one place that's sure to be poppin' is Waxy O'Connor's. This multi-level Irish bar will be pulling out all of the stops, with live music, kegs of Guinness and, of course, plenty of craic.
The Lauder's is hosting a week-long St Patrick's Day celebration for a non-stop party in Glasgow city centre. Expect themed entertainment, sporting action and plenty of craic as you fuel your night with Guinness and their epic pub grub – from the gut-busting mixed grill to gourmet mac 'n' cheese burgers.
Going all out for St Patrick's Day this year, you can expect a whole week of Irish craic and fantastic entertainment at The Granary this March. The Southside boozer will be keeping the Guinness topped up all night along, while you party to great tunes throughout.
They'll also be showing the Six Nations on Saturday 15th, where both Ireland and Scotland are playing. And if you're hungry? This place offers everything from spicy chicken quesadillas to stone-baked pizzas too.
Pop over to Kitty O'Shea's St Patrick's Day celebrations this year for the ultimate night out. It oozes Irish hospitality and hosts some of the biggest parties around; make your way over to revel in an evening of dancing, drinking and toasting to the famous patron saint.
Located in the Merchant City area, McChuills is a traditional boozer that promises only the best beers and a cracking atmosphere at all times. There's also a weekly lineup of live music here, so you can expect bands and DJs playing throughout the weekend.
When it comes to St Patrick's Day, it goes without saying that Jinty McGuinty's is one of the best Irish bars in Glasgow to celebrate at. As it boasts all-day traditional music sessions, Guinness on draught and great craic, you won't find a finer place to drown the shamrock.
