A toast to five decades of celebrating Irish tradition at one of Downtown’s oldest pubs

By Steph Rodriguez  

Fox & Goose is painting Sactown green for its 50th annual St. Patrick’s Day celebration — and you’re invited to join the craic! Feast on hearty Irish fare, from steaming lamb stew in a sourdough bread bowl to the classic corned beef and cabbage comfort dish. 

Raise a pint of Guinness, Harp or Smithwick’s and toast to good friends and lively music provided by the Celtic Charms, who kicks off the party at 5 p.m., followed by a charming group sing-along led by a beloved Irish folk singer at 6 p.m. Bagpipes will fill this cozy tavern with festive cheer, leading into rollicking sets from the Pint Thieves and Stout Rebellion. It all goes down on March 17. Sláinte to 50 years of revelry at one of Sacramento’s oldest pubs. Fox & Goose Public House, 1001 R St.; 3 p.m.-10 p.m.; $5-$10 cover after 4 p.m.; all ages until 10 p.m., 21 and over at the bar after 10 p.m.

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