Green paint? Check. Foamy pints? Check. The best pubs in Dubai? Check, check, and check!

Look no further for the best places to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Dubai! We've compiled the top venues to join in the revelry this March 17th. From the city’s oldest Irish pub to new favourites, our guide for the top 10 pubs has all the details on where to celebrate the liveliest time of the year.

Grab a Guinness and celebrate Paddy's Day in Dubai this weekend!

Where to Celebrate St Patrick’s Day

Fibber Magee's

Dust off your dancing shoes and head to Fibber Magee's, Dubai's oldest and most iconic Irish pub. This hidden gem boasts perfectly poured pints and legendary craic that will have you feeling the luck of the Irish. For this special weekend, the team at Fibber Magee’s has 3 days of fun lined up, with screenings of the Cheltenham Gold Cup on Friday and the Guinness Six Nations on Saturday as well as live music from Sandstorm. The best St. Patrick’s Day offer is also afoot, with your favourite pints, wines and a delicious Beef & Guinness Stew costing only AED33! Gather your closest mates or mingle with fellow merrymakers at one of the best Irish pubs in Dubai. It's guaranteed to be a shamrockin' good time.

Guests enjoying food and drinks by the bar
Saeed Tower 1, SZR, fibbersdubai.com, +971 4 332 2400

McGettigan’s JBR

Get ready to unleash your inner Irish spirit at McGettigan's JBR, a crowd-favourite Irish pub in Dubai this Paddy's Day. Live music will fill the air, traditional Irish fare will tantalise your taste buds, and the atmosphere will be positively electric. They’ve even got a fun challenge you can try your hand at, chug as many pints of Guinness (AED17 per pint) as you can in 17 minutes starting at 5pm and see if you can beat the record. Whether you're a Guinness aficionado or a fan of a good Irish whiskey, raise a toast with your mates and experience the magic of St. Patrick's Day at this iconic JBR pub.

Guests posing with St Patrick's Day customs
Hilton Dubai Jumeirah, JBR, mcgettigans.com, +971 4 318 2319

McGettigan’s Factory

Keep the good times rolling at McGettigan's Factory this St. Paddy's Day! This modern Irish pub in Dubai with vibrant energy is the perfect place to indulge in classic Irish brunch from midday till 5pm with soft drinks (AED235), house drinks (AED385), and premium drinks (AED485) packages. Festive drinks and pints of Guinness for AED17 are also available so you can dance the night away to live music and create unforgettable memories with your mates. McGettigan's Factory promises a St. Paddy's Day celebration that's anything but factory-made!

Guest toasting their St Patrick's Day drinks
Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah, mcgettigans.com, +971 4 230 0062

The Dubliner’s

Embrace the spirit of Dublin this St. Patrick's Day at The Dubliner’s! Immerse yourself in the warmth of traditional Irish music, dances, and hearty fare with this Irish pub’s offers. Celebrate 17th March in true Irish fashion with a carvery dinner and 4 pints (AED299) or free-flowing drinks (AED399) from 7pm to 11pm. Whether you have a touch of the Irish blarney or simply appreciate good craic, The Dubliner’s is the place to be for an authentic St. Paddy's Day experience.

Two women toasting their drinks with St Patricks Day costumes
Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre, Garhoud, thedubliners-dubai.com, +971 4 702 2455

Roaring Rabbit

Hop down an interesting rabbit hole at Roaring Rabbit, where everyone’s hopping to this St. Patrick's Day! Celebrate 17th March with a roaring good time, featuring inventive cocktails, brews and hearty classics. Challenge your mates to classic pub pool games and darts, or simply soak up the festive vibes with live entertainment. Don your favourite green items and raise a toast at this charming British gastropub, the Mad Hatter’s St. Paddy's Day escape!

Guests enjoying drinks at a bar
Taj Exotica Resort and Spa, Palm Jumeirah, tajhotels.com, +971 4 275 4444

Harvesters

Head down to Harvesters on 17th March for a St. Patrick's Day bash you won't forget. Starting at AED99, enjoy a signature pie with a pint of Guinness and show off your best Irish looks in a costume competition – the best outfit wins a AED500 voucher to avail on Harvesters’ F&B picks. If you’re runway-shy, rocking green gets you 50% off your entire bill! So raise a glass, celebrate the Emerald Isle, and make some unforgettable St. Paddy's Day memories at Harvesters – the greenest British pub in Dubai! 

Guests celebrating St Patrick's Day
Millennium Plaza Downtown Hotel, milleniumhotels.com, +971 54 305 7621

Ma Buckley’s

Escape the ordinary and raise a glass (or several!) at Ma Buckley's, one of the best pubs for St. Patrick’s Day in Abu Dhabi. This Irish-owned and operated gem’s stunning waterfront view is the perfect backdrop for an epic St. Patrick's Day celebration. We’re sure it’ll be filled with good company, laughter, and enough green to rival the Emerald Isle itself. Grab your mates and your buckets to paint the town green, white, and orange on 17th March at Ma Buckley's! 

Guests drinking bee at Ma Buckley's outdoor terrace
The Souk Qaryat Al Beri, Rabdan, mabuckleys.com, +971 2 642 8600

The Black Sheep

Raise a glass to the Emerald Isle this St. Patrick's Day at The Black Sheep! This British pub in Dubai is the perfect spot to celebrate all things Irish on 17th March, quench your thirst with discounted pints of Guinness for just AED29 from midday right up till 2am! Whether you're a veteran or a newbie, this is the ideal chance to savour the iconic dark brew. So gather your friends, don some green, and head to The Black Sheep for good cheer, festive vibes, and of course, plenty of Guinness!

Guests enjoying food and drinks at The Black Sheep
Pullman Dubai, JLT, theblacksheepdubai.com, +971 58 599 5664

Mezzanine Bar & Kitchen

Head to Mezzanine Bar & Kitchen for a refreshing twist on tradition! Their legendary Sunday Roast gets a touch of green on 17th March, available from 10am onwards.  Enjoy a hearty feast and get a pint of Guinness for just AED1 with every Sunday Roast purchased. If you prefer just the pint, you can still enjoy a Guinness for AED32. Don't miss the happy hour running from 12pm to 7pm.

Guests in the outside dining area at Mezzanine
Souk Madinat Jumeirah, mezzaninedubai.com, +971 58 599 4659

‍The Duck Hook

Mark your calendars, The Duck Hook’s got a weekend-long celebration of St. Patrick’s Day in store! From 11.30 am to midnight each day, delve into a delectable Irish feast, starting at just AED30 per person. Savour the taste of tradition with their special menu featuring soda bread, a hearty Irish beef stew, and a selection of refreshing Irish mixed beverages. Don’t duck away from this celebration, bring along your furry friend and experience this St. Patrick’s Day offer in Dubai at The Duck Hook!

Outside area at The Duck Hook
Dubai Hills Golf Club, jumeirah.com, +971 800 323232

What are you waiting for? Get swallyin’ and get your green on at the top Irish and British pubs in Dubai for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations!

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