With so many Irish expats in the city, it’s safe to say there are plenty of places to celebrate St Patrick’s Day in Abu Dhabi.
As the years have passed, St. Patrick’s Day has gradually evolved into a worldwide festival, complete with parades, céilithes, and celebrants dressing up in green outfits.
While Abu Dhabi may be miles away from Ireland, there is no shortage of Irish people in the Emirate.
With several Irish pubs and restaurants offering traditional Irish food and drinks, read along as we highlight the top venues to keep an eye out for the best craic in the capital.
St. Patrick’s Day at McCafferty’s Irish Bar & Restaurant
Situated on Yas Island, McCafferty’s Irish Bar & Restaurant is offering a true celebration on the 17th of March for St. Patrick’s Day.
With Brunch (2.00 PM – 5.00 PM) and Drunch (5.00 PM – 8.00 PM) being offered on this patriotic day, this Irish bar has you covered. Guests will experience live music, Irish dancers, and face painting to get the day in full swing.
Date: 17th March 2026
Tickets & Bookings: For bookings, visit McCafferty’s – Abu Dhabi | St Patrick’s Day at McCafferty’s
Location: McCafferty’s Irish Bar & Restaurant, Hilton, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
St. Patrick’s Weekend at Baloo’s Social Bar & Grill
For one weekend only, Baloo’s Social Bar & Grill will be hosting the MA’s Irish Pub’s St. Patrick’s fest. Over the course of three days, there will be live music, traditional Irish food pop-ups, DJ sets, screens for the Six Nations and most importantly Paddy vibes.
With drink and food packages offered across the weekend, this is a venue that is a must-visit at least once to celebrate this patriotic day.
Dates: Friday 13th March | Saturday 14th March | Sunday 15th March
Tickets & Bookings: For bookings, contact Baloo’s Social Bar & Grill | Offers
Location: Baloo’s Social Bar and Grill, Millennium Al Rawdah Hotel, Abu Dhabi
St Patrick’s Day Brunch at PJ O’Reilly’s
There’s no better place to celebrate a St Patrick’s Day Brunch (1.00 PM – 4.00 PM) in Abu Dhabi than PJ O’Reilly’s, the oldest standing Irish pub in the capital.
Featuring food stands, live music, and kids’ activities, this is a great brunch for the family and a perfect way to spend your Saturday. Tickets are available for just AED 149.
Date: 21st March 2026
Tickets & Bookings: For tickets, visit Virgin Megastore Tickets | St. Patrick’s day Brunch 2026 | United Arab Emirates
Location: PJ O’Reilly’s Irish Pub, Le Royal Meridien, Sheikh Khalifa Street, Abu Dhabi
St Patrick’s Weekend at The Irish Vickers
Hailed as an Irish super pub and one of the most significant Irish bars in Abu Dhabi, The Irish Vickers is gearing up to make sure patrons have an unforgettable St Patrick’s day and build up weekend in Abu Dhabi.
Offering unlimited beverages, free children’s meals (up to 12 years old), and top viewing sports across four days, this is a must-visit to get into the celebratory mood for St. Patrick’s Day.
Date & Times: Friday 13th March | Saturday 14th March | Sunday 15th March | Tuesday 17th March
Tickets & Bookings: For bookings, contact The Irish Vickers on WhatsApp
Location: The Irish Vickers, WTC Mall, Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi Golf Club | Championship Lounge
For golf enthusiasts in the city, this is the venue to attend if looking to soak up the St. Patrick’s Day atmosphere.
Daily from Tuesday, 19th March – Tuesday 24th March, the Championship Lounge at Abu Dhabi Golf Club will be offering a specialised menu featuring traditional favourites like Guinness Beef Stew, Shepherd’s Pie, or enjoy a signature Guinness Draught & Shamrock Shake.
With drink offers part of the experience, your day on the golf course just got better and more patriotic.
- Date & Timings: 17th – 24th March
- Tickets & Bookings: For bookings, contact +971 (0) 56 539 6794
- Location: Abu Dhabi Golf Club, Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi
Easy Tiger Abu Dhabi
Although not an Irish bar, Easy Tiger Abu Dhabi celebrate St Patrick’s Day in true spirit.
Offering a four-day celebration, the bar’s reputation for discounted drinks and comfort dishes makes it a popular choice with partygoers. Get ready for unlimited drink deals and live music every night.
- Date & Times: Thursday 12th March 2026 | Friday 13th March 2026 | Saturday 15th March 2026 | Sunday 16th March 2026
- Tickets & Bookings: For bookings, contact +050 593 7977
- Location: Easy Tiger, Al Ain Palace Hotel, Corniche Road, Abu Dhabi
St Patrick’s Day Abu Dhabi FAQs
Why do we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day?
As the patron saint of Ireland and the apostle of Ireland, Patrick played an important role in bringing Roman Catholicism to Ireland.
It has become a worldwide tradition to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on March 17.
What is the relevance of wearing green on St. Patrick’s Day?
The traditional custom of wearing green on St. Patrick’s Day is to avoid being pinched by leprechauns!
In folklore, wearing green makes you invisible to leprechauns, who like to pinch people who see them.
What brings good luck on St Paddy’s Day?
The four-leaf clover is the most well-known lucky charm associated with St. Patrick’s Day. The leaves of the clover stand for faith, hope, luck and love.
Nevertheless, finding a four-leaf clover is like searching for a needle in a haystack.
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