17th March is primarily a cultural holiday... but it's also a great excuse for a party. Whether you want to sit with whiskey listening to an Irish band or dance around drenched in Guinness at a top pick of Irish pubs and bars, these places are here for you. Wear something green, grab a stoutie and keep up to date with our guide to St Patrick's Day 2026 in Manchester.
Aside from the St Patrick's Day Parade (taking place on Sunday 16th March, starting at the Irish World Heritage Centre in Cheetham Hill at 12pm and finishing on Deansgate) as part of the wider Manchester Irish Festival, there are plenty of events and parties across the city to make St Paddy's Day and its nearest weekend a good'un.
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Wondering what to do on St Patrick's Day in Manchester to celebrate? Prepare for a lie-in the day after because The Whiskey Jar in Manchester's Northern Quarter are bound to make it a biggie. Come the 17th of March, this swanky bar is hosting a whiskey tasting experience, where you'll try four different drams, all with live music and games for entertainment.
Wondering what to do on St Patrick's Day in Manchester to celebrate? It isn't an ode to Paddy without a trip to O'Neill's, one of our favourite Irish bars. Expect DJs for dancing, live music and a whole load of hearty fare to line your stomach with, all while sinking pints of Guinness.
Versatile Spinningfields venue The Lawn Club is a bar, kitchen and party hotspot all in one, boasting both indoor and outdoor spaces. They're hosting a St Patrick's Day-themed brunch on Saturday 15th March, complete with 90 minutes of free-flowing drinks.
This experience costs just £38.50 per person, complete with a tasty dish and resident DJs spinning party hits. They've also got some irish specials throughout the week, from the Guinness espresso martini to loaded spicebag fries and Dublin Iced Tea.
For a proper Irish night, venture to Mulligans. It's the UK's number one Guinness seller and home to the best pints of the stuff in Manchester, so grab a stout and enjoy the lively atmosphere across this two-floor Irish pub.
Just because the Manchester St Patrick's Day Parade for 2025 is the weekend before the big day, it doesn't mean you have to go without plenty of fun on the 17th itself. The party's always going at MOJO, as they're notorious for serving a special Gaelic penicillin and a rich Irish coffee.
One of the city's premier Irish bars, O'Sheas just off Oxford Road is perfect for celebrating everything great and good about the Emerald Isle. This year, expect the usual hospitality and live music celebrations.
Head to the Northern Quarter for an Irish celebration. Get away from the student nights to enjoy a day of great food and relaxation this Paddy's Day at Tibs Street Tavern. They're known for their traditional meals and cheap pints of Guinness all day too.
Beaut boozer The Edinburgh Castle is also somewhat of a gem for foodies - and their special occasion menus are always super swish. Keep your eye out for the multi-course meal and whiskey pairings that come around for Paddy's Day.
