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St. Patrick’s Day Events to Enjoy

By Jennifer Jordan

For the weekend of St. Patrick’s Day, which falls on a Friday, there is an opportunity to wear green, drink beer, and eat cabbage all weekend. St. Patrick party-goers don’t have to drive far for a good time with local spots to enjoy March 17; here are two places in Plant City:

1916 Irish Pub

From 11:00 AM to 2:00 AM all St. Patrick’s Day weekend, 1916 Irish Pub is ready to see you in your best green attire as they host a huge party for the luckiest day of the year. 1916 Irish Pub will be hosting a parking lot party until 11:00 PM, with two bands who will be performing throughout the day. Indoors, the party is happening all day, and two more bands will be performing inside, with up to 10 bands performing over the weekend. There will be Guinness and green beer to drink, in addition to all the cabbage and corned beef you can eat. With a minor cover charge, there will be commemorative t-shirts and giveaways, so don’t miss your chance to get lucky! 1916 Irish Pub is located at 2309 W. Thonotosassa Road. If you would like additional info, please call 813-756-6504.

O’Brien’s Irish Pub & Grill

From 11:00 AM to 2:00 AM on March 17 and March 18, O’Brien’s Irish Pub & Grill is holding parties that are not only for adults but are also family-friendly as well, catering to a variety of people who hope to partake in St. Patrick’s Day festivities while enjoying an Irish menu and green beer. On St. Patrick’s Day, there will be two live bands: Redline Band will be outside playing from 6:00 PM-10:00 PM at Plant City’s largest parking lot party, and Arrival will be playing inside from 8:00 PM12:00 AM. The City of Dunedin Pipes and Drums will also be performing outside. On Saturday, March 18, it will be St. Pup’s Day from 12:00 PM4:00 PM, a family-friendly celebration will focus on dogs and kids, with a doggie costume contest happening, so be sure to dress your pup in their best St. Patrick’s Day attire. There will be fun, games, and prizes for kids, and Raining Cats and Dogs Animal Shelter will be at O’Brien’s from 12:00 PM-3:00 PM with adoptable dogs. In the evening, Joe’s Garage Band will perform from 8:00 PM-12:00 AM. Located at 1701 S. Alexander Street, Suite 112-3. If you would like additional info, please call (813) 764-8818.

With St. Patrick’s Day fast approaching, now’s the time to mark your calendars so you don’t miss out on the fun. Just be sure to mark your calendar with green ink so you don’t get pinched.