Guinness SPD, the beer brand’s St. Patrick’s Day event series, hosted its annual celebration at Rebel Toronto — a popular club with cocktails and multi-sensory entertainment — on March 14, 2026. This exciting, large-scale daytime party served as an early kickoff to the city’s seasonal festivities.
Guinness SPD's event spanned from late afternoon into the evening and featured multiple entertainment elements, including live bands, Irish fiddlers, traditional Irish dancers, DJs, games, photo booths, and a complimentary pancake breakfast that was available from 1:30 PM to 3 PM. At the party, attendees aged 19 and older could choose between the brand’s classic Guinness Draught or Guinness 0 Non-Alcoholic Draught. Ticket prices ranged from $20 to $30.75 CAD.
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- Daytime Clubbing Normalization
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