by Beverley Wilcock
With St. Patrick’s Day around the corner, we’ve checked out all the haps of where to celebrate so you won’t be left green with envy from missing out on all the St. Paddy’s Day fun. From live bands to Irish dancers and beers on tap, we’ve got it all covered. Check out our list of where you can celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Joburg in 2026!
Molly Mallone’s
Molly Mallone’s is having a St. Paddy’s weekend celebration on 13 and 14 March 2026. Friday the 13th has never been luckier with a free spin and win entry included with your weekend pass. Friday will be an old-school St. Patrick’s Day party, while Saturday will be an all-day St. Paddy’s Day party. There will be live entertainment and, of course, plenty of Guinness to go around. If you want to celebrate on St Patrick’s Day itself, get your tickets for their Tuesday, 17 March party too. Visit Molly Mallone’s website for all the details and to buy your tickets or VIP tickets for all their events.
Details: Corner of Forest Road and Sunset Boulevard, Fourways | 011 467 8052 | [email protected]
The Irish Club
The Irish Club is well-known for its St. Paddy’s Day celebration (duh), and this year is no different. Their St. Patrick’s Day Festival kicks off on Saturday, 14 March, with live music by The Black Cat Bones and DJ Leprechaun. There will also be a beer tent with prizes and a pipe band. Get your tickets from Quicket for R100, or buy tickets at the door for R150.
Details: Corner of 5th Avenue and Salerno Road, Linden | 011 888 0420
Bossa Fourways
Bossa Fourways is celebrating St. Paddy’s like a boss on 21 March with a St. Patrick’s Day festival. Join in the fun of air hockey, karaoke, a flash quiz, foosball and much more. And the best part? This Events For A Purpose means your money will be well spent and help animals in need. Get your tickets through Quicket, which includes a welcome drink and a burger (beef, chicken or vegan).
Details: Hammets Crossing Office Park, 2 Selbourne Road, Fourways | 010 100 8882 | [email protected]
Presleys Nightclub
If you’re looking for a more family-friendly way to celebrate St. Paddy’s Day, then Presleys Nightclub has you covered. Come and enjoy Cream Soda Floats and beers on Tuesday, 17 March, while the kids can play in the designated play area. Presleys is also wheelchair accessible. This is sure to be the place for everyone to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day.
Details: Corner Northrand and Gibb Road, Boksburg | 011 826 1988/9 or 074 225 5188 | [email protected]
Irish South African Association
Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with actual Irish people can't possibly be a bad idea. In comes the Irish South African Association. Spend the evening enjoying true Irish craic (banter) and ceol (music) at the Bryanston Sports Club on Saturday 14 March. Entertainment for the evening includes Irish dancing from The Duncan Studio of Celtic Dance and traditional Irish Céilí Band Cnoc na Gaoithe from Cork, Ireland. Tickets are available from Quicket!
The Rand Club
If you’re a little slow to the party (or just waiting for payday), then fear not. The Rand Club is hosting a St. Patrick’s D(el)ay(ed) Romp on 24 March. Get your tickets from Quicket, and join them for an Irish whiskey tasting with the Whisky Brothers. There will also be live entertainment with Irish music and dance, and don’t forget the dress code is “go green”. Details: 33 Loveday St, Marshalltown | 011 870 4260
Please Be Responsible
While enjoying the festivities, please remember to drink responsibly and be safe. Alcohol may not be served to people under the age of 18, and please make sure your designated driver is sober too.
