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Happy St. Patrick's Day! An interesting holiday where people of all ethnicities become Irish for twenty-four hours, devour salted meat, and drink heavily all in reverence for a Welsh missionary. That is not to knock the holiday in any way of course. I can hardly think of a better way to spend a weekend. With that Eat the District gives you ShamRock Fest, A popular venue that takes place in the parking lot of RFK stadium, hosting 33 bands, eight dance groups, 11 DJs and a heck of a lot of green beer. Many smaller Irish and Rebel bands will be performing, but the headliner is Flogging Molly: the band that evolved on the success of the Pogues and brought Celtic Rock to a mass audience. Along with the bands and other performances enjoy a number of amusement-park type areas complete with a climbing wall and 'pub games.' Tickets are available here for the all-day show on Saturday.
But with all these shenanigans taking place on Saturday, you will definitely need to stock up on some grub on Friday. Head to Mackey's Public House, one of DC's finest Irish spots. Along with traditional Irish brews, and a fantastic happy hour deal, Mackey's serves up hearty Irish pub food that's ideal for this weekend. As it's St. Patty's day I wouldn't choose anything but the Corned Beef and Cabbage but the burgers, steak pies, and Reuben's are all delicious. Sure it's not anything classy but it's hearty, filling, and ideal for St. Patty's Day. Have a great weekend, celebrate accordingly, and for the love of God please wear green.
Directions to RFK: Red line to Stadium/Armory and follow the hoard.
Directions to Mackey's: Quick walk to L between 18th and 19th.
ShamRock Fest Ticket: $24.99
Mackey's Meal: $12.99
Sixer of Guinness: $10
Total: $47.98 plus tax and tip
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