Big Paddy plays primarily in Colorado Springs at Jack Quinn's Alehouse & Irish Pub, in Westminster at the Exchange Tavern, in Parker at the Celtic House Pub, and occasionally in Boulder at the Dark Horse.  Addresses, typical dates & times, and directions can be found by clicking above, or scrolling to the appropriate venue below.

     21 S. Tejon Street
     Colorado Springs, CO
     80903
     Website: http://jackquinnspub.com/

Big Paddy plays an energetic, rowdy show here, usually to a shall we say lively crowd, every other Saturday night from 9:30pm until 1am.  As of this update, the next Saturday show at Quinn's will be April 18th, 2009.  A warm and highly atmospheric pub, located in downtown Colorado Springs.  All wood panelling and warm golden lighting, there is a stage in the downstairs surrounded by wooden tables that are just right for pounding, and it is here that the crimson banners on Big Paddy's speakers stand tall.  The food is good hearty Irish-inspired stuff, like Shepherd's Pie and Boxties, and the Guinness and Jamesons and Glenlivet flow easily and often.  The pub's webpage is here.  Other fine Irish (and otherwise) musicians play here as well, such as Ceol Céilí, Brian Clancy, Mountain Céilídh's traditional Irish session, and Keltic Kerry O'Kee.

There are occasionally some Saturdays when Big Paddy skips the Saturday show at Jack Quinn's; the best way to keep informed about this is to join the mailing list.

Check out some Big Paddy videos from Jack Quinn's

     2030 Larimer Street
     Denver, CO
     Occasional Fridays or other days
     (303) 291-6992

You may not expect to find the perfect little Irish pub in downtown Denver, but Scruffy Murphy's has what it takes -- dark weathered wood, fine stout tables, friendly and talented staff, and bands like Big Paddy on the stage.  Check back here periodically for the next Scruffy Murphy's show -- or you could check out the MySpace Calendar here.

Scruffy Murphy's is just off Larimer, near 21st.

From their webpage:  "...the perfect place to grab a pint or enjoy some traditional Irish pub fare.  With 16 draught beers, a cozy atmosphere and outgoing staff, Scruffy’s is an authentic piece of the Emerald Isle right here in Denver."

FINNEGAN'S WAKE in Avon
     82 E Beaver Creek Blvd.
     Avon, CO
     81620
     (970) 748-4610

Big Paddy plays occasionally at Finnegan's Wake in Avon, and often plays a St.Paddy's Day show there.  Check back here or on the mailing-list for updated information on the next Finnegan's Wake show.

From the Vail Daily News:  "Dark and rustic wood speaks volumes about the feel of Finnegan's Wake, the new Irish Pub in Avon.  It's almost like you can hear the history whispering in the background.  And unlike its European counterparts, this pub is open until 2 a.m., serving food until 1 a.m.

"To the left of the bar is the 'Victorian' side of the pub.  Featuring high-backed chairs and proper tables, this area is reminiscent of a Victorian parlor, complete with large rocking chairs.  On the right of the bar is the 'country' side, with a large stone fireplace and distressed wood used as tabletops in the booths.  This side of the bar displays a more rustic side of life in the British Isles.  Distressed wood was used in much of the downstairs bar, giving it true old-world flair.  Custom carving on the bar is almost overpowered by the neon-green backlit shamrock hiding the kegs of Guinness and Smithwick's.  Upstairs is another bar entirely.  Isolated from the more elaborate downstairs, the upstairs bar offers patrons a more relaxed atmosphere."

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THE DARK HORSE Bar & Grill
     2922 Baseline Road
     Boulder, CO
     80303
     303 / 442-8162

Though it's been a little while now, Big Paddy has in the past played early evening shows at the Dark Horse.  It's a nice big venue with two levels and alot to look at, try to join them.  

Check back here for updated information on the next Dark Horse show.