St Patrick’s Day is not a huge celebration in Puerto Rico, but Puerto Ricans do enjoy a festival, so we have put together a small list of St Patrick’s Day Celebrations; so wear something green and join in the fun.
Mar 17-20, St Patrick’s Day @ San Patricio Plaza, Guaynabo
One place that is definitely celebrating St Patrick’s Day is San Patricio Plaza in Guaynabo. This year the festival runs from Thursday March 17 to Sunday March 20 with a special San Patricio Village that will include: Fair Rides, Parades, Marching Bands and live music.
There will also be:
Chinchorreo Urbano with various participating restaurants
St Patick’s Food Truck Festival on Saturday & Sunday, with Food Trucks creating Irish Inspired dishes. Expect to see, El Kono, Bonfire, Wepa Arepa, Artsy Pops, Munchies Weekend and Krazy Burger
More Info: San Patricio Plaza Facebook & Food Trucks PR
Mar 17, Luquillo Saint Patrick’s Day Parade
The town of Luquillo will hold its annual St Patrick’s Day Parade in the Town Square. Along with the parade you will be able to enjoy some traditional corned beef and cabbage (for a small donation) and charity auction. The fun starts at 2pm
Mar 17, La Jaquita Baya, San Juan
Chef Xavier at La Jaquita Baya and guest Chef Rafael Barrera.have create a special Irish inspired menu using locally sourced ingredients, to celebrate St Patrick’s Day. Menu items include:
Pan de Soda Irlandes / Irish Soda Bread
Tostada de Sardinas Locales Encurtidas / Sardines on Toast
Mejillones a la Samuel Adams / Mussels
Black Pudding
Cazuela Irlandensa / Irish Casserole
And more…
More Info: La Jaquita Baya
Mar 17, FOK San Patrick’s Day @ FOK Brewing Co. Caguas
FOK Brewing Company in Caguas will host a special St Patrick’s Day event starting at 5pm with live music from DJ Joaquín Opio, food from La Guaguita Food Truck and of course FOK Beer
More Info: FOK Brewing Co. Facebook
Mar 17, Das Alpen Cafe, Rincon
Das Alpen Cafe in Rincon will host a St Patrick’s Day Parade, Live Music and they will be serving Corned Beef & Cabbage
More Info: Das Alpen Cafe Facebook
Mar 17, St Patrick’s @ The Office Traditional Irish Pub
The Office Traditional Irish Pub in Trujillo Alto will be celebrating St Patrick’s Day with surprises, raffles and great beer.
More Info: Facebook
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