Friends of Kieran's

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Kierans' has many friends throughout the country & the world...check out some of our friends below! You can learn more about each of our friends by clicking on their name to visit their website.

		The Local In Ireland every town has one - the pub where the locals themselves go. Here in Minneapolis, The Local is located on the corner of Nicollet Mall and 10th Street, always bustling with that famous Irish hospitality and unmistakable atmosphere. Enjoy a Big Ginger at the #1 Jameson Bar in the World! The Local

		The Liffey The menu we serve has an American taste with an Irish flavor - delicious foods, an extensive variety of spirits, and St. Paul's Best Pint! The Liffey Irish Pub

		Cooper The fourth member of the Cara clan is Cooper, St. Louis Park's newest hotspot on Xenia and Park Place Blvd. Opened in October 2009 in the Shops at West End, Cooper blends European style with old-world charm and the signature hospitality you can expect from Cara Irish Pubs. Cooper Irish Pub

		The Old Pub Kieran's moved to our new home in Block E on March 16, 2010, after 16 splendid years at 330 2nd Avenue S. We couldn't entirely abandon our old home, though; The Old Pub opened a few weeks later, and runs the best lunch and happy hour joint for blocks. Reminisce and enjoy the new offerings 11 am - 7:30 pm, Monday - Friday. The Old Pub

		Guinness Irish Stout The Craic. It's a spirit. An essence you can sense in a buzzing room, especially if that room is in a local pub in the heart of Ireland. The craic is a GUINNESS® Draught, you and a few friends. The craic is difficult to bottle, but somehow we've managed it How's the craic? It's good and it's right here. So share, meet and enjoy.

		Finnegans Irish Amber Tasty, locally brewed beer that gives 100% of the proceeds to local charities.

		Jameson Irish Whiskey These unique whiskeys are a fitting tribute to the ideals of John Jameson & Son, whose pursuit of quality, right from the foundation of his famous distillery in 1780, established John Jameson & Son as synonymous with excellence.

		Crispin Cider Crispin Super Premium Hard Apple Cider. Inspired by classical European cider making and designed to be enjoyed over ice. Available on draft or in five unique varieties, a refreshing alternative to beer or wine.

		John Erste John Erste is a free-lance illustrator and muralist living and working in the Minneapolis - Saint Paul area of Minnesota in the United States. His murals can be found around town at Kieran's Irish Pub, The Local, and Brit's Pub to name a few places.

		The Irish Fair Annual three-day celebration of Irish heritage with music, dance, family activities and good craic.

		The Irish Fair Organizations For more links to local Irish Organizations

		Center For Irish Music The Center for Irish Music is dedicated to handing down traditional Irish music to the next generation of musicians in our community.

		Do the Town Parking Local parking discounts and information on navigating your way through Downtown Minneapolis.

		Poetry Slam Minnesota Come join your Slam Master and Slam Mistress Wonder Dave and Allison at Kieran's Irish Pub on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month for the SlamMN poetry Slam! OR every 1st, 3rd and 5th Tuesday it's Five Minutes of Fame! the Twin Cities' only competitive open mic night.

		Prime Advertising Full service marketing firm with experience in developing logos, print materials, promotional products and websites for a variety of businesses. Kieran's relies on Prime for our online presence.

		The Rake Magazine Daily Secrets of the City, Fiction, News, Events and Restaurants in Minneapolis - St. Paul, Minnesota

		Minnesota Twins Minnesota's Major League Baseball team.

		Minnesota Vikings Minnesota's National Football League team.

		Bedlam Bedlam is a band born out of the talent pool of the MN Renaissance Festival. Over the years the band has had a diverse sound and many different members. Its recent incarnation is a folk band with a hippie attitude. Many familiar songs with a different slant along with some original material as well. Paul Regge is adept at lead guitar, Mandolin and the Concertina he also adds his vocal harmonies and laugh to the mix. John Sjogren is one of the founders of Bedlam he is also a member of the popular local Irish group The Tim Malloys. Mark is a virtuoso on the bass guitar his beautiful voice also lends to the groups great sound along with his impressive song writing talents. As the name implies a stage with this group on it is not a very stable one and you never know who may show up and sit in on a set.

		Erin Rogue Playing sweet traditional Irish tunes in ways you never imagined, and rocking out on spirited jigs and reels that will get your fingers tapping and your feet moving.

		Hare's Ear Dan Fretland ( guitar, vocals, bodhran, tambourine ), Damon "Harpoon" Holter ( harmonica, vocals ). Hare's Ear is an acoustic duo fronted by the rhythms of an acoustic Guitar and smokin' harmonica, Performances are upbeat, fast-paced shows centered around two guys having fun with music. They play everything from traditional Irish music, to original blues and folk tunes all with the Hare’s Ear twist. These two guys will get you’re toes-tapping and have you singing along before you know it. Hare’s Ear sprang to life in Northern Minnesota almost 15 years ago and has been playing in the region ever since delighting audiences’ along the way so if you haven’t heard them yet make sure to get in a catch a show if you have I’m sure we’ll see you there.

		Hounds Of Finn The Hounds Of Finn play lots of traditional Irish, Irish Rock, and roots music from around the world, in addition to their own original material. Leslie Rich is a singer/songwriter originally from Belfast, Northern Ireland. Pete McCauley was a founding member and the original guitarist for Eddie Mac. The two met at a Rocket Soul Choir show at Minneapolis' Urban Wildlife when Pete was heard to yell, "Screw YOU!" during the set. They've been good friends ever since. Leslie's mid-Atlantic accent is real. Pete's is not.

		Ian Gould "Born and Bred" in Belfast, Northern Ireland, now residing in the Milwaukee area of Wisconsin, Ian Gould brings a wonderful blend of traditional Celtic sounds mixed with a vast collection of modern songs from across the pond.

		St. Dominic's Trio Known for their renditions of classic Van Morrison, this great band isn't limited to songs by the Belfast Cowboy. They are very talented musicians that will play most requests thrown their way.

		Sweet Colleens A five-piece Celtic roots band based in Minneapolis is a highly entertaining group that generates its own unique brand of foot stomp'in, Celtic music.

		The Tim Malloys Traditional Irish Music Done With A High Energy Rock N Roll Flair. The Malloy's Are A Kieran's Pub Fan Favorite. This Is Not Your Granny's Irish Music.