‘Paddy’s Day Unlocked’ will offer an alternative to the post-parade messy streets

St Patrick’s Day, inextricably linked with excessive drinking and anti-social behaviour, is undergoing something of a rebranding. 

‘Paddy’s Day Unlocked’ will offer an alternative to the post-parade messy streets

At least, that’s what Peter O’Brien of happenings.ie hopes his initiative will achieve. His brainchild, ‘Paddy’s Day Unlocked’ will offer Dublin residents and visitors an alternative to the post-parade messy streets and crowded pubs.

It will take place at Meeting House Square in Temple Bar an area associated with alcohol-fuelled revellers — which promises to be “a haven of creativity, quality music and fun-filled activities for all ages.” Crucially, it will be an alcohol-free zone with the backing of Dublin City Council.

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