St. Patricks Day Themed Brunch at the Calgary Zoo/Wilder Institute
As part of the weekly Safari Sunday Brunch, the Calgary Zoo is hosting a St. Patrick’s Day themed brunch on Sunday, March 20. The menu will feature Irish dishes like shepherd’s pie and a Guiness-braised beef stew, alongside classic brunch favorites like Belgian waffles and eggs benedict. Tickets are $27.95 for children and $44.95 for adults, which includes admission to the zoo grounds.
210 St. George’s Drive, 800-588-9993, calgaryzoo.com
St. Patricks Day Beer Tasting at Co-op Wines Spirits Beer
Happening at the Shawnessy and Crowfoot locations, Co-op Wines Spirits Beer is holding a beer tasting event in celebration of St. Patricks Day. Starting at 7 p.m. and running until 9 p.m., you will get to taste a number of different barley-based beverages from the Emerald Isle and beyond. Tickets are $40.
250 Shawville Boulevard S.E.; 39 Crowfoot Way N.W., coopwinespiritsbeer.com
Beer Maker’s Diner at Deerfoot Inn and Casino
The Wild Horse Pub at Deerfoot Inn and Casino is hosting a beer maker’s dinner, featuring a four-course meal, each paired with a brew from local Banded Peak Brewing. This dinner is held on March 17 starting at 7 p.m. and tickets are $67.
1000 – 11500 35 St. S.W., 403-236-7529, deerfootinn.com
Paws Dog Daycare St. Patrick’s Day Photo Booth
As part of a collaboration with Born Brewing Co., Paws Dog Daycare has set up a St. Patrick’s Day photo booth for your pet. Part of the promotion includes a social media contest, where you can win a growler of your choice from Born Brewing Co. by sharing a photo of your furry friend.
1313 16 Ave. S.W., 403-984-9247, pawsdogdaycare.ca
Irish Beer and Cheese Tasting at Willow Park Wines and Spirits
On March 16, Willow Park Wines and Spirits invites you to enjoy a night of Irish beers and cheeses. Hosted by Dave “the beer guy” Gingrich, resident beer expert at Willow Park Wines and Spirits, this night will let you experience Irish exports past the typical pint of Guinness. Green garments are encouraged. Tickets for the event are $35 and it runs from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
10801 Bonaventure Dr. S.E., 403-296-1640, willowpark.net
Restaurants and Bars with St. Patrick’s Day Specials
Ceili’s
341 4 Ave. S.W., 403-262-0080; 933-A 17 Ave. S.W., 403-265-1200, ceilisdt.ca
Craft Beer Market
345 10 Ave. S.W., 403-514-2337; 100 Anderson Rd. S.E., 403-216-2337, craftbeermarket.ca
James Joyce Irish Pub
114 8 Ave. S.W., 403-262-0708, jamesjoycepub.com
Jamesons Irish Pub
1230 17 Ave. S.W., 403-984-9445, jamesonspubs.com
Rose & Crown
1503 4 St. S.W., 403-244-7757, roseandcrowncalgary.ca
St. James Corner
1219 1 St. S.W., 403-262-1157, stjamescorner.ca
The Unicorn
223 8 Ave. S.W., 403-265-3665, superpub.ca