Presented by Four Walls Irish American Whiskey
Hudson might not host a parade, but that doesn’t mean you can’t create your own shenanigans this Irish American holiday. With St. Patrick’s Day falling on a Monday this year, and since very few businesses are open on Mondays in Hudson, this weekend is the time to celebrate.
About Four Walls
Four Walls is an Irish American whiskey brand that pays tribute to the four walls of a bar. Founded by It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia stars Rob McElhenney, Charlie Day, and Glenn Howerton, the brand raises a glass to the Hudson hospitality community this weekend.
Pick Up a Bottle
Taconic Wine & Liquor
920 NY-82, Ancram, NY 12502
Owned by longtime Hudson Valley resident Evan Mann, Taconic Wine & Liquor is located within the historic Miller’s Tavern, built before 1770 by Wm. Rockefeller. The building held the first town meeting in 1803 and has a long legacy of serving the community. Evan and his wife Luloo host weekly tastings and have overhauled the selection with a focus on local products since taking ownership of the space in 2023.
On Friday, 3/14, stop by between 5 and 7 pm for a free Four Walls Irish American Whiskey sampling event and grab a bottle for the weekend. You might even meet their sweet dog, Sunny.
Sign-up for their mailing list to hear about all events: https://www.taconicwineandliquor.com/
For an Afternoon Movie & Pinball
Story Screen Cinema
160 Fairview Avenue, Suite 78 Hudson, NY 12534
Story Screen Cinema is a 3-screen movie theater showing first-run, second-run, independent, and foreign films in a laid-back, welcome space. With comfy wide seats and fun tv and movie-themed drinks and food, we recommend the ‘It’s Always Sunny in Hudson’ cocktail, a refreshing mix of Four Walls Irish American Whiskey, ginger ale, and lime juice.
For St. Patrick’s Day, Story Screen is keeping the celebrations rolling with a special screening of The Fugitive on Monday, March 17th at 8 pm because nothing says “Irish American spirit” like a high-stakes Chicago chase. Stop by for a movie, a drink, and a few rounds of 007 Thunderball, Junk Yard, Elvira, or Star Wars pinball. If you’re more of a button-masher, there’s always Ms. Pac-Man, Soul Calibur, Tekken 3, Missile Command, and Galaxia waiting for you in the arcade.
Visit Story Screen Cinema for tickets and showtimes: https://www.storyscreenpresents.com/
For Dinner
Via Cassia
214 Warren St. Hudson, NY
If you want to skip the corned beef and cabbage this year, Via Cassia is your go-to for incredible Italian dishes and impeccable service. Before diving into their impressive wine selection, start with an Irish American twist on a Paper Plane, Old Fashioned, or Manhattan by asking for your drink to be made with Four Walls Whiskey.
Via Cassia is open for dinner from 5-9 on Wednesday through Saturday, and this Friday the 14th marks their one year anniversary. Walk-ins always welcome but reservations are encouraged on weekends through Resy.
More info at https://viacassiahudson.com
For After-Dinner Drinks
The Half Moon
Hudson’s favorite neighborhood bar was one of the first bars in America to carry Four Walls when it launched last year. Come for drinks from the amazing bartenders and stick around for a slice.
Check out their menu and events calendar at: https://www.thehalfmoonhudson.com/