Whether you have Irish Eyes a Smilin, or are just green at heart, St. Patrick’s Day is one of the best excuses to have fun throughout the year. This year is even better, as it falls on a weekend, which naturally means a full weekend celebration!
To celebrate the fun, Universal Orlando is pulling out all the stops with tons of fun on St. Paddy’s Day. From drink specials, to food…and drink specials, there’s tons happening resort wide.
Here’s the rundown:
Universal Studios Florida:
- Finnegan’s Bar & Grill at Universal Studios Florida:This traditional Irish-American pub can be found right off Universal Studios’ New York streets – featuring authentic Irish dishes like Bangers and Mash, Shepherd’s Pie and Guinness Beef Stew. Plus, grab it with a pint of Guinness and specialty cocktails. For a festive feel, Finnegan’s often showcases live music – where you can sing along to traditional pub songs.
- Rosie’s Irish Shop:A nod to New York’s immigrant history, this charming tin-ceiling shop is stocked with apparel and keepsakes to honor your Irish heritage (or your affection for St. Patrick’s Day). You’ll find quirky tees, ball caps, barware, and more as well as traditional Claddagh rings, family crests, and decor. Stop in and see the place where Irish eyes are smiling—and guests from all over get a taste of the Emerald Isle. And it’s directly across the street from Finnegan’s!
- Mardi Gras: Okay, so not exactly St. Patrick’s Day related, but you want a party don’t you? St. Patrick’s Day will offer up Ziggy Marley at 8:30, right after the big parade, and tons of beads. Of course, Saturday will also offer a huge concert with the Steve Miller Band.
Citywalk
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at Pat O’Brien’s: This St. Patrick’s Day, Pat O’Brien’s at Universal CityWalk is hosting an event to celebrate the best Irish festival of the year on Sunday, March 17 from 2pm – 2am EST. As part of this celebration, guests will be able to experience live entertainment including live Celtic rock music, strolling violinists, DJ’s and stilt walkers, as well as authentic Irish food and specialty drinks. From 2pm-7pm, guests of all ages can enjoy the St. Patrick’s Day Celebration and receive free admission. After 7pm, the venue will be open for guests 21 and up and admission is $12 per person plus tax.
Hotels
Hard Rock Hotel
Live like a rockstar and celebrate at Hard Rock Hotel where guests can enjoy the below St. Patrick’s Day specialty drinks and sweets:
The Kitchen
Draft Beer SpecialsYuengling, Michelob Ultra, and New Belgium – $5
Drink Special, Drunken Lullabies Jameson, Cointreau, Fernet Branca, Lemon Juice, Bitters, Filthy Cherries – $16
Irish Slammer CupcakeGuinness Chocolate Cake, Jameson Chocolate Ganache, Bailey Sweet Cream Icing – $6
Velvet Bar
Irish CoffeeJameson Irish Whiskey, Bailey’s Irish Cream, Coffee
Whiskey’d UpBushmill’s Irish Whiskey, Housemade Sour Mix
Beach Club
Drink Special, Guinness FloatFresh Poured Guinness, Topped with frozen Baileys, Kahlua and Chocolate Syrup –$10
Food SpecialCorn Beef on Rye, side of slaw and pickle – $16
Loews Royal Pacific Resort
Relax in the sun and celebrate at Loews Royal Pacific Resort, where guests can enjoy these St. Patrick’s Day drink specials:
Jake’s American Bar:
Drink SpecialsGreen draft beer, Irish coffee, Jameson and Guinness bottles
Loews Sapphire Falls Resort
Enjoy a 4L Clover or Nutty Irishman at Loews Sapphire Falls Resort:
Amatista Cookhouse
4L Clover – 2 oz ShotGreen Crème De Menth, Bailey’s, Jameson’s Irish Whisky and Dark Crème De Cacao
Nutty Irishman – Cocktail on the RocksJameson’s Irish Whisky mixed with Drambuie and Frangelico with a pinch of nutmeg
Hotel specials are available only on March 17th, and of course you must be 21 or older to participate.
With everything happening at Universal Orlando, St. Patrick’s Day is just one more reason to celebrate.
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