St Patrick’s Day Parade and More in Tallinn
Text Stewart Johnson Photo Visit Tallinn / Svetlana Aleksejeva
There’s an old expression about the luck of the Irish, but you could say that the Irish in Tallinn are lucky to be here. Or maybe you’ll be lucky to celebrate this internationally famous Irish holiday in Tallinn at several events ranging from a parade on Town Hall Square to parties at various bars and restaurants.
The festivities begin on Sunday, 15 March, as the actual day is a Tuesday, and not a national holiday. Enjoy a traditional Irish breakfast at Kennedy’s in the Old Town at Pikk 13. For €14.95, a full Irish breakfast is available, featuring eggs, bacon, black pudding, baked beans, and sausage. There is also a vegetarian option for €12.95. The breakfast will be served at 10:00, and by reservation only.
Later on Sunday, at 11:45, people will gather for a St Patrick’s Day parade organised by the Embassy of Ireland in Estonia on Town Hall Square. The procession will proceed down Harju Street to Freedom Square, where the bells of St John’s Church will play a St Patrick’s Day hymn to celebrate the occasion.
On the day itself, 17 March, enjoy a party at Mad Murphy’s in the Old Town featuring Irish food and drinks at special prices, including Guinness, and live Irish music at 22:00. Or attend “Beer and Paint Night” at Kartul, where you can drink beer or wine while you paint, even if you’ve never painted before. The theme will be green fields of clover. Tickets are available here. Kennedy’s again will have a night of Irish music and celebration as well.
Whatever you choose to do, don’t forget to wear something green on St Patrick’s Day, or someone might pinch you!
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