St Paddy’s Day has come a long way from a simple holiday over a hundred years ago to one of the best reasons for a party as it is today. And there is no place better for your St Paddy’s Day festivities than Galveston, Texas. For one, there is no better place for a vacation during the spring regardless of the festivities. But during this special time, the city comes to life to celebrate this favorite holiday.

Festivals

St Paddy’s Day festivals tend to be some of the most spirited, and the attractions in Galveston, Texas on this day are a true testament to this fact. There are a couple of these Galveston Island attractions going on, but the most celebrated is that of the Holy Family Parish. You certainly do not have to be Irish to enjoy this festival, as it is safe to say everyone loves raffles, dancing, live music, unique vendors, and delicious beer. There is an Irish twist to these classic festivities in the form of bagpipes, Irish dancers, amazing Irish cuisine, and so much more. Head to 1010 35th Street on St. Paddy’s Day for the best celebration in town.

Awesome Irish Establishments

The Historic Strand in Galveston is home to establishments from all over the world, but the two places you need to be during this holiday are without a doubt Murphy’s Pub and Molly’s Pub. Murphy’s Pub is a great place to get something to eat. Really, what you will find is American cuisine with an Irish twist, and it sure is delicious. While the food isn’t exactly straight out of Ireland, the ambiance here is. Molly’s Pub is the place to go if you are more interested in celebrating the holiday through drinking. This is because there are over 60 beers on tap here. You will not find better conditions for a celebration than either of these fun and casual establishments.

The Perfect Place to Stay

Whether it is St Paddy’s Day or a random Tuesday in March, there is no shortage of amazing places to call home while you are in Galveston. It is not difficult to find the vacation rental of your dreams, especially if you know where to look. Sterling Realtors is the place to look, as we have the best and most diverse selection of vacation homes throughout all of Galveston. With our help, you are sure to find the perfect place to lay your head in between your St Paddy’s Day adventures.

Whether St Paddy’s Day is your favorite holiday or you couldn’t care less, you are bound to have an amazing time in Galveston during this day. Plan your trip to Galveston around the holiday and it is sure to be the most memorable you have ever had.