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Gaslamp Quarter - Entrance at 5th & F StDate: March 15th, 2025
Time: 2:00pm – 10:00pm
Cost: $34 - $130
The 29th Annual St. Paddy's Day Music + Beer Festival kicks off Saturday, March 15th at 2:00pm in the Gaslamp Quarter with the entrance at 5th & F St. Open to attendees of all ages, you can expect Irish rock, tribute bands and DJ’s on three stages plus Irish dancers between performances.
There will also be ShamROCK games which if like past years will be hilarious events perfect for the entire family. I’m expecting a dance contest, strong man and limbo competitions, unicorn races and local leprechauns playing last man standing with chairs being removed with each passing round.
ShamROCK After Dark kicks off at 8:00pm with DJ’s, giveaways, and drink specials. Of course you can expect Irish faire and lots of green beer and drinks with a Southern California twist.
And if you want to stay right in the center of the action, the Andaz San Diego Hotel, a Hyatt hotel, is offering specials for the weekend and guaranteed late checkout. The Moxy San Diego Downtown / Gaslamp Quarter by Marriott is another perfectly located hotel offering group rates and a welcome drink upon arrival.
I also think it’s really cool that the event benefits a good cause as 100% of the proceeds benefit the Gaslamp Quarter Historical Foundation. As one of the older parts of San Diego with attractions like the The Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House, I’m a big fan of preserving the storied history of San Diego.
Tickets range from $35 for kids 5-17 for general admission and $55 for adults general admission up to $130 for the Lucky Leprechaun VIP pass with prices going up on the day of the event.