THE DARCY ARMS IS HOSTING A 3-DAY EXTRAVAGANZA TO CELEBRATE ST PATRICK’S FESTIVITIES!

D’Arcy Arms Irish Pub, the iconic and oldest Irish pub on the Gold Coast, is set to host a massive 3-day St. Patrick’s Festival on Saturday 14^th March, Sunday 15^th March & Tuesday 17^th March 2026. The festival promises a vibrant celebration filled with Irish music, traditional dance, mouthwatering Irish dishes, and of course, plenty of Guinness!

Locals and visitors alike will experience an exciting line-up of performances, including live bands, Irish dancers, pipe band and a spectacular outdoor marquee stage. The festival kicks off with live music on the main stage in the marquee on Saturday, March 14^th and continues through Sunday 15^thMarch and of course the massive St. Patrick’s Day on Tuesday, March 17^th.

Festival Highlights:

• Live Performances: Featuring an impressive lineup of performers including Mark Butler & Salliana 7, The Gathering, Ryan Mullin and Sarah Calderwood & Paul Brandon.

• Traditional Irish Dance: Enjoy the high-energy Carolan Academy of Irish Dance throughout the festival & also the Gold Coast Pipe Band!
• Irish Food & Drinks: Savor delicious traditional Irish dishes such as beef & Guinness pie, beer battered sausages and curry, and spice bag, alongside a full bar serving all your Irish favourites.
• Outdoor Marquee: A huge outdoor marquee will be set up with a stage for even more festival fun, complementing the Shamrock Bar and D’Arcy Arms’ outdoor deck, all open to provide a true Irish pub experience.

“This will be our biggest and best St. Patrick’s Day Festival yet! We’re thrilled to welcome everyone to join us for an unforgettable weekend of music, dance, and great food in true Irish style. It’s going to be a fantastic celebration of everything we love about Ireland,” said Janene Porter, Manager of D’Arcy Arms Irish Pub.

Don’t miss out on the Gold Coast’s biggest Irish celebration of the year! Come for the craic, stay for the unforgettable Irish experience at D’Arcy Arms Irish Pub!

So be sure to grab your lads, lassies and lucky charms and join the festivities! It will be the craic. Sláinte!

Festival Performance Schedule:

Saturday 14^th March:

·       Mark Butler & Salliana 7

·       Ryan Mullin

·       Carolan Academy of Dance

·       Gold Coast Pipe Band

Sunday 15^th March:

·       Mark Butler & Salliana 7

·       The Gathering

Tuesday 17^th March (St. Patrick’s Day):

·       Mark Butler & Salliana 7

·       Sarah Calderwood & Paul Brandon

·       Ryan Mullin

·       Special guest appearance by Fin Corcoran.

·       Carolan Academy of Dance

·       Gold Coast Pipe Band

Menu:

• Beef & Guinness potato pie & mushy peas – $12
• McDonnell’s chicken curry & rice – $20
• Beer battered sausages & curry – $12
• Spice bag – $22
• Braised pork belly burger – $18
• Beer battered barra ‘n’ chips and much more.

Event Details:

• Dates: Saturday 14^th March, Sunday 15^th March & Tuesday 17th March 2026
• Time: From 12pm, Saturday 14^th March & Sunday 15^th March.  From 11am St Patrick’s Day, Tuesday 17^th March.
• Location: D’Arcy Arms Irish Pub, Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast
• Website: www.darcyarms.com.au
• Contact: 07 5592 0882