St Patrick's Day in Benidorm
St Patrick's Day is one of the busiest days of the early season in Benidorm. With a large Irish community and plenty of Irish visitors, the town's Irish bars run all-day parties with live Irish bands, green pints and fancy dress.
Dates
| Year | Dates | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 17 March 2026 | Confirmed |
| 2027 | 17 March 2027 | Expected |
What happens, day by day
17 March, daytime
Terraces fill by early afternoon.
17 March, evening
Live Irish folk and rebel bands, ceilidh-style sing-alongs and fancy dress well into the night.
Where
Mostly the Rincón de Loix and the New Town. Check each venue's page for its address and line-up.
Irish bars across Benidorm — Rincón de Loix and the New Town, Benidorm
Cost
Free entry; you pay for drinks.
Where to stay nearby
Stay in the Rincón de Loix to walk between the Irish bars.
What's on in the bars that week
Shows listed for 17 March 2027:
Bar line-ups for these dates haven't been published yet. They appear here automatically as venues list them.
St Patrick's Day in Benidorm — FAQs
Do I need to book?
Not for bars, but arrive early for a table.
Is there live music?
Yes, most Irish bars book live Irish bands for the day and evening.
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Last updated 9 October 2026 by the onbenidorm team.