At one time, Kelly’s was closed during this highly celebrated event for fear of overcrowding. It’s hard to believe today, since Kelly’s and St. Patrick’s Day are inextricably connected in the minds of local Irish descendants and Irish O’Wannabes. People of all ages, nationalities and backgrounds pack into the bar with one goal: A shamrockin’ good time (which for most includes perhaps a few too many pints). A wee bit of fashion advice: Wear green and don’t wear anything that can’t handle a little spill – although every lost drop of stout ’tis an awful shame!