It’s that time of year again when good luck abounds, shamrock bouquets are “in,” and green is the color to beat. And you might even spot a small character lurking in the shadows, set on guarding his pot of gold. You guessed it–St. Patrick’s Day is almost here! Though it originates in Ireland, this holiday is celebrated by everyone who loves to dress up, have a cocktail (albeit green in color), and enjoy some customary Irish food that you can’t find just any day of the week. We’ve searched for the best celebrations of St. Patrick’s Day going on in Calhoun County on Friday, March 17, and Saturday, March 18, so get ready to follow that rainbow to your favorite spot.
The Peerless Saloon and Grill
The Peerless Saloon will be offering some delicious Irish pub fare on Friday, March 17, as well as drink specials and live entertainment.
Menu Specials:
Bangers & Mash
Corned Beef & Cabbage
$5 Drink Specials:
Lucky Leprechaun
Lucky Charm
Shamrock Sour
Live music:
Friday, March 17 Stone House Revival (9pm)
Location: 13 W. 10th St., Anniston, AL
Contact: (256) 238-1899
The Dark Horse Saloon
The Dark Horse Saloon has a weekend of stellar live music and drink specials planned.
Drink Specials:
$6 Irish Lemonade
$7 Irish Car Bomb
$8 Irish Trash Can
Live Music:
Friday, March 17 Patrick Smith ($5 cover)
Saturday, March 18 Jace Pearson ($5 cover)
Location: 1113 Noble St., Anniston, AL
Contact: (256) 403-2968
Coldwater Mountain Brewpub
If you’re looking for variety in Irish dishes, Coldwater Mountain Brewpub has a St. Patty’s Day menu that will tickle your tastebuds for sure! Their drink specials are in the works, and being a brewpub, we know they’ll reflect the spirit of St. Patrick to perfection.
Menu Specials:
Smoked Corned Beef with Cabbage, Potatoes, and Carrots
Lamb and Beef Shepherd’s Pie
Reuben Sandwich
Irish Egg Rolls
Fish & Chips
Irish Whiskey Glazed Salmon
Guinness Beef Stew
Live Music:
Friday, March 17 The Storydwellers (8pm)
Location: 1208 Walnut Ave., Anniston, AL
Contact: (256) 403-2334
Apothecary Drafthouse
There’s a new bar about to open in Calhoun County, and guess what? The grand opening is planned for none other than St. Patrick’s Day! The Apothecary Drafthouse is set to open on the square in Jacksonville, AL at 6 pm that evening. Their special event will feature some food provided by the Quick Fixx and Kin Express food trucks, and they will also offer a limited in-house menu. They will be requiring reservations, so keep an eye on their Facebook page for more information.
Live Music:
Friday, March 17 Grace and Grit Music
Location: 7 Public Square East, Jacksonville, AL
The Lush Garden
Anniston’s favorite wine bar, The Lush Garden, will have Irish-inspired small plate specials TBA, as well as live entertainment on Friday, March 17. Their specialty, of course, lies in the area of beverages, and they have some creative drinks they’ll be featuring that evening.
Drink Specials:
Green Beer
Pot O’ Gold
4 Leaf Clover
Tipsy Leprechaun
Location: 209 E. 7th St., Anniston, AL
Contact: 256-403-1484
Rack and Roll Billiards & Sports Bar
There’s a special music celebration happening at Rack and Roll Billiards & Sports Bar to help music lovers celebrate the big Irish Day in Style.
Menu Specials:
Shepherd’s Pie – $11.99
Corned Beef & Cabbage – $11.99
Irish Platter – $16.99
Drink Specials:
Irish Car Bombs
Irish Trash Cans
Irish Lemonades
Green Beer
Live Music:
Friday, March 17 The Rattlesnake Rattlers
Location: 917 Noble St., Anniston, AL
Contact: (256) 624-6434
Hubbard’s Off Main
If you’re not quite into the bar scene, there are some great family options such as Hubbard’s Off Main, which will be featuring Shepherd’s Pie on their menu for lunch and dinner on St. Patrick’s Day, along with some unique drinks and live music.
Drink Specials:
Irish Floats
Irish Coffee
Shamrock Sippers
Live Music:
Friday, March 17 Robbie Jordan
Location: 16 E. Choccolocco St., Oxford, AL
Contact: (256) 403-0258
Rosie’s Gourmet 2 Go
This quaint restaurant which always sports a “special-laden” menu will have a couple of great options available on Friday, March 17 for dine-in or take-out.
Menu Specials:
Corned Beef Hash with Potatoes
Rueben Special
Location: 3337 Henry Rd., Anniston, AL
Contact: (256) 342-5294
Happy Hour Comedy Club
The Happy Hour Comedy Club has decided to go to great lengths to get you laughing like a leprechaun on Friday, March 17 with their St. Patrick’s Day Comedy BASH. Featured comedians include: Zeb Balentine, Rocky White, Buck Jenkins, and Delbert Jenkins. They will have a food and beverage menu available.
Showtime: 8:30 pm
Ticket Prices: $15
Location: 1021 US Hwy 431, Anniston, AL
Contact: (256) 343-3538