The San Diego Gaslamp Quarter turns green again in mid March for the city’s 29th Annual ShamROCK Music + Beer Festival. The 2025 event date is Saturday, March 15. Going from 2-10 p.m., it is a full afternoon and evening of bands, beers (and cocktails!), games and activities in an Irish-themed block party.
It spans four blocks, has three stages and bars along the way offer their own drink specials to those with a wristband, making ShamROCK an inside-and-outside event in a vibrant setting.
Below are the details, ticket prices and the bands and entertainment schedule on the various stages.
PINT STAGE LINEUP
Traditional Irish and Celtic music with Na Scealaithe Irish dancers between bands.
• 2:30-3:30 | LEPERKHANZ – This band is a high-energy, crowd-engaging collective of musicians blending Irish fiddle, ancient sea shanties, mega beats and experimental sounds.
• 4-5 | FINNEGAN BLUE – Blending rock, bluegrass, Irish, gospel, reggae, and NOLA second line with a punk rock-inspired edge.
• 5:30-6:30 | THE FOOKS – The iconic San Diego Irish band.
• 7-8 | QUEL BORDEL – The city’s beloved world punk band known for their wild performances and danceable beats.
• 8:30 – 10 | LIQUID BLUE – Cover band
RAINBOW STAGE LINEUP
Tribute bands and DJs plus Irish and Celtic performers
• 2-3:30 |SWEET REVENGE – Southern California’s premier tribute to My Chemical Romance.
• 4-5 | YOUR MOM – 90’s pop/rock hits to today’s top favorites.
• 5:30 – 6:30 | RED HOT CHILI TRIBUTE
• 7:15-8 | TAYLOR NATION – A Taylor Swift sing-along tribute band.
SHENANIGANS STAGE LINEUP
Where Irish shenanigans take place. Activities and games include a Leprechaun Tug-of-War, the Blarney Stone Balancing contest, Taste the Rainbow and Lucky Limbo await, Magical Chairs and Rainbow Streamer Relays.
• 4:10 & 5:45 – Irish dance lessons led by Na Scealaithe (pronounced “Na SHKAYL-uh-huh”).
General Admission tickets start at $39, granting access to the full lineup of live music, games, and festivities. For an elevated experience, opt for the Premium package at $59 and a VIP experience starting at $89 which includes perks like expedited entry, commemorative keepsakes, drink discounts at the Lucky Leprechaun VIP Irish Pub, and access to all three stages. Lil’ Tike tickets and Military discounts are also available.
Tickets are available at www.SanDiegoShamROCK.com
ShamROCK supports the Gaslamp Quarter Historical Foundation (GQHF), a non-profit dedicated to preserving the architectural and cultural heritage of the Gaslamp Quarter. Proceeds from the festival help fund efforts to maintain San Diego’s history at the Gaslamp Museum, housed in the city’s oldest building, the Davis-Horton House.
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