Celebrate St. Patrick's Day: Your full things to do guide in DC, Maryland & Virginia
WASHINGTON - St. Patrick's Day Weekend is here! Celebrate the holiday with green beer, live music, festivals, and much more. Here is your guide to things to do in D.C., Maryland, and Virginia.
Wunder Garten's St. Patrick's Day Weekend:
Wunder Garten is hosting a three-day St. Patrick's Day celebration! Get into the spirit with green beer, Guinness drafts, specialty cocktails, games, live music, and DJ Dance parties to celebrate St. Paddy's weekend. Most importantly, the Shrek Dance Party.
Super Pet Expo:
The largest pet show on the East Coast returns to the Dulles Expo Center in Chantilly from March 15-17. The expo will feature some of the best pet products and services. Click here to get tickets for the event.
ACC Men's Basketball Tournament:
The ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament is coming to Capital One Arena next week from March 12-16. This five-day, 14-game tournament is returning to D.C. for the first time since 2016. Learn how you can find tickets here.
The Chuck Brown Band:
Enjoy a live performance by The Chuck Brown Band on Saturday, March 16 p.m. at 7 p.m. at the Vault in Tysons, Virginia. The Chuck Brown Band continues to carry the torch by keeping the beat alive and the party going. The band infuses the best of Chuck Brown and Go-Go Swing with a mix of jazz, funk, and soul, along with audience call and response. Click here to learn how you can get your tickets to the show.
D.C. United vs. Miami:
D.C. United will be facing off with Miami this weekend and some are wondering if Argentinian soccer player Lionel Messi will be gracing the field. Although, some are saying the star will likely be sideline due to an ongoing leg injury. Click here to get your ticket.
Ireland at The Wharf:
The luck of the Irish is heading to the waterfront at The Wharf for a free festival. Attendees will enjoy live music and Guinness beer, and on Transit Pier for Six Nations Rugby and hurling with the DC Gaels. More information about the event here.
Dacha Beer Garden:
This D.C. beer garden will be hosting its second-themed scavenger hunt. Attendees will be tasked with solving riddles, completing challenges, and attempting to find the rainbow and bring Paddy the leprechaun back his gold and win spectacular prizes. Click here to grab your tickets.
Rock 'n' Roll Half Marathon:
Grab your running shoes and head over to the start line, for the St. Jude Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series. This scenic run will feature some of the most iconic views in the city, including the White House, Capitol Building, Lincoln Memorial, and more! Learn more information about the race here.
Whelan’s Beer and Wine:
An Irish band is set to play in Potomac, Maryland this Sunday, March 17, along with dancers at Whelan’s Beer and Wine at 9812 Falls Road. Irish Band 40 Thieves plays traditional Irish music with bagpipers and traditional Irish dancers along with a band called 40 4-7p.m. Learn more here.