St. Patty’s Day Festivities

Joining us in Boston this St. Patrick’s day? Well we have some tips and tricks to help you navigate the city and the notorious South Boston Parade. Bostonians were the first to celebrate St.Patrick’s Day in North America on March 17, 1737, so you can imagine the celebrations that commence as the weekend approaches.

Luckily, The Lenox brings a piece of Ireland right to you without the crowds and commotion unlike some other parts of the city. Solas the Irish pub located through our lobby will be a great place to grab a Guinness and some corned beef and cabbage while people watching on Boylston Street. When Solas first opened, our very own Roger Saunders had the pub fabricated in pieces in Ireland based off a real Irish bar before being shipped and reassembled in Boston, creating a true authentic pub feel accompanied by good food and cold beers

Looking to head to Southie? Here are some tips and tricks as well as the parade route linked here.

Bus and Shuttle

• • The South Boston Parade will begin at 1pm March 17th starting from Broadway Station
  • Buses will no longer go to South Boston after 9:45 A.M.
  • Routes 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, and 47 will be detoured around the parade
  • There will be a free shuttle from South Station from 10:30 A.M. to 6P.M. bring you safely in and out of Southie while bus routes remain down

Red Line

• The Red Line will run from 10 AM to 6PM and riders should expect delays as It will be very crowded!

Driving

• The City of Boston does not recommend driving as parking will be limited and many streets will be closed for pedestrian use only

Once in South Boston, here are some of our favorite bars and restaurants that will be providing good food and entertainment:

Shamrock Pub

The name says it all, this legendary Irish Pub nestled into the heart of Southie waits all year for this weekend to come back around. Irish breakfast and specialty drinks will be served starting the Wednesday before St. Patrick’s Day kicks off accompanied with live Irish bands into the weekend.

The Seapoint

The Seapoint Pub has been in the Southie community for years and they are ready to embrace the Irish heritage this St. Patrick’s Day by serving up traditional Irish cuisine and good times. They are kicking off on the 16th with DJ Sean O’Toole playing all day and night to get you in the St. Patty’s spirit.

Loco

Hosting the 3rd Annual Southie Social taking place on Sunday the day of the parade, Loco is going to be fired up and action packed if you are looking for something a little more lively. The 410 Lounge at Loco will feature a live St. Patty’s performance and beers on tap!

Harpoon Brewery

Opening bright and early at 10AM the day of the parade, Harpoon is hosting the “pregame” for the day. Green beer, pretzels, donuts from Rocco’s and a raffle to top it all off, Harpoon is a great place to kick off your St. Patty’s Sunday.

Lincoln

One of the largest bars in Southie, Lincoln has two bars, seating, and a dance floor making it a go to destination for Bostonians all year round. Though they are coming up on their 7 Days of Fun leading up to the St. Patrick’s Day Parade which will pass right by the front door.

Tom English’s Cottage

Another bar that epitomizes the Irish culture in South Boston, Tom E’s is geared up for the festivities. Serving green beer all weekend and foamy Guinness, you’ll be feeling the luck of the Irish especially after their GREEN tea shots and a game of pool.