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It’s that time of year again to grab your lucky charms and dress up as a leprechaun. St. Patrick’s Day is the most celebrated holiday and the day to claim your Irish even if you’re 100% Italian.
As we say cheers to yet another year, have a drink for yourself and for the patron saint of Ireland, St. Patrick. What started as a day for Irish soldiers who were stationed in the U.S. to connect back to their roots, has evolved into so much more.
Today, St. Patrick’s Day is a celebration of Irish culture through parades, special foods, music, dancing, drinking and a whole lot of green. For Irish and non-Irish alike, it’s a global celebration that takes place on and around March 17th, the day of St. Patrick’s death.
Huntington Parade
Huntington will be celebrating their 85th annual parade on March 10th at 2PM. It has become the oldest and largest on Long Island attracting up to 50,000 patrons and residents. The parade will begin just North of the Huntington Train Station, head along New York Avenue and Main street, then end at St. Patrick’s Church. Featuring over a dozen pipe and marching bands, it’s one of the most popular parades.
Christopher’s Pub & Eatery
8 Wall Street, Huntington 631.271.0111
Christopher’s Pub & Eatery is one of Huntington’s favorites. Listed last year on the annual St. Patrick’s Day Leprechaun bar crawl, it’s known to be a popular hot spot. If you’re looking for good pub food, drinks and a fun time, here’s the place. While famous for their wings, they have tons of other munchies including their loaded fiesta nachos, mac and cheese bites, disco fries or sliders.
Finnegans Pub & Restaurant
5 Wall Street, Huntington 631.423.9696
The oldest pub in town still maintains its appeal with a lively bar crowd, especially come St. Patrick’s Day. Since they were established in 1912, Finnegan’s offers its same traditional pub fare, charm and service. As the spot where all the locals flock, it’s the kind of place where everyone knows your name. For one of the best old-fashioned, corned beef reuben’s, or beer battered cod, head to Finnegan’s this St. Patrick’s Day.
Montauk Parade
Looking for a change of scenery this St. Patrick’s Day?
Head out to Montauk for the second largest St. Patrick’s Day parade on Long Island. The 57th annual parade will be held on Sunday, March 24th, from 11:30AM-1:00PM. It will kick off on Edgemere Road and turn onto Main Street ending at the IGA. The Montauk Chamber of Commerce will also be serving Montauk’s finest clam chowder which will be donated by some of the best local restaurants. Hosted by Montauk’s Friends of Erin, their mission still continues since 1962, and that is, to bring the dreary winter to an end welcoming spring with an Irish Celebration.
O’Murphy’s Pub & Restaurant
432 West Lake Drive, Montauk 631.668.5005
This authentic Irish Pub and restaurant has been a Montauk gem for over thirty years. Best known for their traditional Irish country dishes, burgers, sandwiches and salads, it’s the perfect place to continue your Irish festivities. So, after watching the parade, stop at O’Murphy’s Pub and Restaurant to live up to their motto- “Come in a stranger…leave as a friend.”
Westhampton Beach Parade
On March 9th, the St. Patrick’s Day parade will be returning to Westhampton for the 52nd year. This time around, the float theme will be “Dawg Days of Summer” so it’ll be interesting to see how creative participants get. Beginning at the Westhampton Beach Elementary School, the parade will head south towards Main Street ending on the corner of Main Street and Sunset Avenue. It will consist of some of the best band pipes in the region followed by the local community, fire and police departments.
The Mill Roadhouse
142 Mill Rd, Westhampton Beach 631.684.9413
Come to The Mill Roadhouse for endless amounts of craft beer, food and cocktails. On the list for Top Ten Best Bars in Westhampton, the restaurant will be hoppin’ all day long. Between its convenient location and family-friendly atmosphere, The Mill Roadhouse is known for drawing a good crowd. Being that it’s a beautiful, old and rustic building, it’s hard to miss, especially when everyone’s dressed head to toe in green.
The Claddagh Restaurant & Tap Room
141 Montauk Hwy, Westhampton Beach 631.998.0610
For some of the most delicious corn beef spring rolls, reubens, shepherd’s pie, and traditional Irish food, head on over to The Claddagh. This fun Irish pub is guaranteed to have good music and a decent crowd. With more of an upscale Manhattan vibe, it’s not your average pub but rather one of the finest restaurants in
Westhampton Beach.
Rockville Centre Parade
The Rockville Centre Parade has become one of the best attended parades outside of New York City. Celebrating their 23rd year on March 23rd, the parade will begin at noon and make its way down Maple Avenue. This year, they will be supporting three charities which include The Opening Word, HEARTest Yard and New York Irish Center (local, Irish and nationally focused organizations). Also kown as, “The Parade That Cares and Shares,” they’ve raised over one million dollars since they first began in 1997.
Kasey’s Kitchen & Cocktails
23 N Park Avenue, Rockville Center 516.766.5049
As a staple of the Rockville Centre community for over fifteen years, there’s something to be said about Kasey’s Kitchen & Cocktails. The popular sports bar is known for turning strangers into friends with their amazing dishes, warm environment and outstanding staff. Their spacious interior also makes them the perfect place for even the busiest of occasions like St. Patrick’s Day since you’ll never feel overly crowded. So, for the most delicious buffalo wings and burgers, head to Kasey’s following the parade.
East Islip Parade
The annual East Islip Parade, happening on March 3rd, will feature pipe bands, high school bands, fire departments and more. It will start at 2:00PM but festivities will run throughout the entire day. In the mood for all your favorite St. Patrick’s Day food? Then, come to the East Islip Parade for homemade corned beef sandwiches, hot dogs and potato soup!
Jackson Hall Bar & Grille
335 E Main St, East Islip 631.277.7100
Jackson Hall Bar & Grille is the spot to be this St. Patrick’s Day. They’ll have an outdoor tent, draft wagon, games of corn hole and a DJ. If it means just grabbing a quick bite or carrying the festivities through the night, Jackson Hall is the place to be. Between their generous menu, specialty cocktails, beer and wine, you’ll have everything you need to celebrate.
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