The ShamROCK Music and Beer Festival is celebrated as a part of St. Patrick’s Day festivities. Gaslamp Quarter of San Diego will get covered with attendees in green attire dancing to Irish songs, and having green beers and Irish cocktails. ShamROCK supports the Gaslamp Quarter Historical Foundation (GQHF), a non-profit dedicated to preserving the Gaslamp Quarter’s architectural and cultural heritage.
Highlights
- The ShamROCK Festival will take place on March 15, 2025, in the Gaslamp Quarter.
- There are three stages this year; Pint Stage, Rainbow Stage, and Shenanigans Stage.
- Early bird tickets and VIP upgrades are available so attendees can plan their visit accordingly.
Non-Stop Fun at ShamROCK Festival
A glimpse of people having fun in the festival in green attires (Source: sandiegoshamrock.com)
Hundreds of people enjoy an unparalleled Irish-themed journey at this festival every year. This year marks the 29th annual celebration of ShamROCK music and beer festival.
The area will be covered with a green theme, Irish decorations, and glowing lights. A new concept is also introduced this year, known as ‘After Dark’. From 8 to 10 pm, lights will be dimmed and everyone will relax and enjoy the beats.
Live Music and Entertainment Across 3 Stages
Irish dancers on the Pint Stage (Source: sandiegoshamrock.com)
The festival has diverse lineups. Three different stages are set up to deliver various dance and music performances. Interesting games with epic prizes are also arranged.
Pint Stage Lineup
Irish and Celtic bands will grace the stage with Irish fiddle, punk rock, and energetic danceable beats. The bands and their timings of performances are as follows:
- 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM – Leperkhanz
- 4 PM – 5 PM – Finnegan Blue
- 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM – The Fooks
- 7 PM – 8 PM – Quel Bordel
- 8: 30 PM – 9 PM – Liquid Blue.
Rainbow Stage
Nostalgic 90’s pop/rock performances by bands, performances by Chilli Peppers, a tribute to Taylor Swift, and more. Timings are as follows:
- 2 PM – 3:30 PM – Sweet Revenge
- 4 PM – 5 PM – Your Mom
- 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM – Red Hot Chili Tribute
- 7:15 PM – 8 PM – Taylor Nation
The Shenanigans Stage
Get involved in games such as musical chairs, unicorn races, and lucky limbo. This stage is the most engaging one, as attendees get to win free prizes and have fun with their loved ones.
Irish Dance Lessons
For seasoned dancers and beginners, a free 20-minute Irish dance class will be held at the event. Everyone is welcome to dance their hearts out on something different than usual.
Time: 4:15 pm and 5:45 pm
Pints, Bites, and Tickets
The food and drinks are the soul of this event. Quench the thirst with green beer, craft beer, and whiskey libations, and the list is long. The best of the food vendors such as Wicked Sausage, Las Chelaguas, and Ms. Kim’s Kitchen will serve finger-licking food options.
Location: Gaslamp Quarter, 5th Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101
Date: Saturday, March 15, 2025
Time: 2 pm to 10 pm
Tickets:
Lucky Leprechaun
- VIP – $119
- Premium – $77
- General Admission – $50
Military
- Lucky VIP – $103
- Military Premium – $62
- Military General Admission – $41
Lucky VIP
- VIP (5-17 ONLY) – $63
- Premium (5-17 ONLY) – $46
- General Admission (5-17 ONLY) – $35
NOTE: General admission, premium, and Lucky Leprechaun VIP tickets are free for 0-4 years of age. The ticket prices are expected to go up from March 8.
ShamROCK Festival is one of the unforgettable St. Patrick’s Day celebrations for people. It is one of the most anticipated events that people look forward to every year. From Irish music fans to pint lovers, this event is a must-attend.
