From drinking shamrock shake and pints of green beer, to wearing green hats and a leprechaun beard, and attending festive events, St. Patrick’s Day is a fun celebration that embraces Irish and Celtic culture.

Join in the fun and take transit to these events! Use our Trip Planner to find your route.

Vancouver

CelticFest

CelticFest is a highly anticipated St. Patrick’s Day event known for its grandiose parade and lively events. As Western Canada’s biggest annual Celtic festival, you can experience the best of Celtic music, dance, spoken word, film, food, and fare in this week-long fest. Among its many events is a free two-day concert!

• When: March 17 -18 from 4 – 9 p.m.
• Where: šxʷƛ̓ənəq Xwtl’e7énḵ Square (former Vancouver Art Gallery North Plaza).
• Transit: Canada Line to Vancouver City Centre or Expo Line to Granville Station
• Admission: Concert is free but other events have an admission fee.

Burnaby

St. Patrick’s Day @ The Rec Room

Ever tasted green beer? Give it a try at The Rec Room while enjoying games and live music.

• When: March 17, from 7 – 9 p.m.
• Where: The Rec Room at The Amazing Brentwood
• Transit: Millennium Line to Brentwood Town Centre Station
• Admission: Free

Richmond

St. Patrick’s Day Market

This family-friendly St. Patrick’s Day event offers a kids shamrock shake dance party, live entertainment, and games. Think it might be your lucky day? Join the Lucky Charms Eating contest at the market for a chance to win $50!

• When: March 18, from 1 – 5 p.m.
• Where: Lulu Island Winery, 16880 Westminster Highway
• Transit: 410 Brighouse Station/22nd St. Station
• Admission: Free

Surrey

Celtic Fest

The Museum of Surrey is hosting an afternoon of live music and performances from Surrey’s own Celtic community as well as games and arts and crafts for kids.

• When: March 25, from 1 – 4 p.m.
• Where: Museum of Surrey, 17710 56A Avenue
• Transit: 320 Langley Centre/Surrey Central Station, 342 Langley Centre/Newton Exchange, 370 Willowbrook/Cloverdale
• Admission: Free

What’s your favourite St. Patrick’s Day tradition and where do you like to celebrate?