Join In The Fun At The 33rd Annual Smilin’ Irishman Contest

The Friendly Sons of St. Patrick invite you for a real dose of Irish culture at the 33rd Annual Smilin’ Irishman Contest!

Get ready for an evening of world class contenders competing in whiskey telling, joke tasting, song and cerebrality! There will be live music, food & drink specials, raffle prizes…and good Irish fun!

The event benefits the 2019 San Diego St. Patricks Day Parade and Irish Festival.

Money talks, blarney walks!

See you there!

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