Where to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Pierce County

If you’re planning to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Pierce County, there are several local pubs and gathering spots where the holiday tends to come alive.

From Tacoma to Gig Harbor, Irish pubs and neighborhood bars are preparing for a weekend filled with Guinness, live music, and plenty of green.

Here are a few places locals often head when the holiday rolls around.

🍀 Tacoma’s Irish Pub Scene

Tacoma has several longtime pubs that lean fully into St. Patrick’s Day celebrations.

One of the most well-known is O’Malley’s Irish Pub on 6th Avenue, a classic neighborhood spot that typically draws a lively crowd during the holiday weekend.

Downtown, Doyle’s Public House is another staple. Known for its strong Irish pub atmosphere, Doyle’s often features traditional food, drinks, and music during St. Patrick’s festivities.

Up in North Tacoma, Oddfellas Pub & Eatery also becomes a gathering place for those looking for a festive pub experience without heading downtown.

Together, these spots form the core of Tacoma’s St. Patrick’s Day pub circuit.

🍻 Puyallup’s Irish Gathering Spot

In Puyallup, TK Irish Pub has become a go-to for locals celebrating the holiday.

The pub leans heavily into Irish-inspired décor, drinks, and celebrations, and typically sees a packed house on St. Patrick’s Day weekend.

For many residents south of Tacoma, it’s one of the closest places to get the full Irish pub atmosphere.

🎶 Gig Harbor’s Festive Waterfront Pub

Across the Narrows in Gig Harbor, O’Looney’s Irish Pub is another popular destination for the holiday.

The pub is known for its festive crowd and frequent live music performances, which help create the kind of celebratory energy St. Patrick’s Day is known for.

Located along Gig Harbor’s scenic waterfront, it offers a different atmosphere compared to the larger Tacoma bar scene.

☘️ What to Expect This Weekend

Wherever you go, most Pierce County pubs will feature:

• Guinness and Irish whiskey specials

• Live music or entertainment

• Festive crowds dressed in green

• Traditional pub food and drink

Because St. Patrick’s Day falls on a busy weekend this year, many of these locations are expected to be especially busy.

If you plan to attend, arriving early is usually the safest move.

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