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\n\t\t \t\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t\t\t Virginia City celebrates St. Patrick\u2019s Day with food, drinks and music in full day of events<\/strong><\/p>\n Events include 35th annual Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry, St. Paddy Made Me Do It Saloon Crawl, St. Patrick\u2019s Day Parade, live Irish music and more<\/em><\/p>\n Virginia City, Nev. \u2013\u00a0<\/strong>In what has become one of the largest St. Patrick\u2019s Day events on the West Coast, Virginia City will once again turn its historic streets green on Saturday, March 14. The day will kick-off with the 35th annual Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The long-running testicle festival has become a hallmark of St. Patrick\u2019s Day weekend in northern Nevada, drawing visitors for creative Rocky Mountain oyster dishes. The foodie favorite will be joined by the St. Paddy Made Me Do It Saloon Crawl, St. Patrick\u2019s Day parade, costume contests and live Irish music throughout the day. Tickets are now on sale and available\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/p>\n \u201cEven after 35 years, the Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry and St. Patrick\u2019s Day in Virginia City is something you truly can\u2019t experience elsewhere in the region,\u201d said Todd Tuttle, tourism director for Virginia City. \u201cThese events reflect the spirit of Virginia City by balancing tradition with creativity. With events running throughout the day, we invite everyone to plan ahead and spend the weekend in town, exploring the history that has led to such fun and quirky celebrations.\u201d<\/p>\n At the center of the celebration is the oyster fry competition, where amateur and professional cooks serve up inventive takes on Rocky Mountain oysters in pursuit of top honors, including \u2018Best Overall,\u2019 \u2018Most Creative\u2019 and \u2018People\u2019s Choice.\u2019 Festivalgoers can sample entries throughout the day and cast their votes for the top testicle treats. New this year is the V.I.Baller ticket option, a limited offering designed for guests seeking an elevated experience. The package includes guaranteed samples from every entrant, a commemorative medal, reserved seating, a drink wristband valid for three beverages at event bars, expedited check-in and access to a dedicated viewing area.<\/p>\n The day\u2019s festivities also include the St. Patrick\u2019s Day parade at noon, when C Street fills with floats, musicians and costumed participants celebrating Irish culture. Attendees are encouraged to wear their most festive attire, with opportunities to join the costume contest and fully embrace the St. Patrick\u2019s Day spirit. Following the parade, the popular St. Paddy Made Me Do It Saloon Crawl (21+) returns beginning at 11 a.m. The event takes participants through Virginia City\u2019s historic saloons while enjoying themed drink samples and voting for their favorite stops. Designated drivers (21+) are also able to participate, receiving sweet treats and special cups for non-alcoholic beverages.\u00a0<\/p>\n For more information about St. Patrick\u2019s Day festivities and the 35th annual Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry, head to\u00a0visitvirginiacitynv.com<\/a>, call the Virginia City Tourism Commission at 775-847-7500 or follow them on\u00a0Facebook<\/a>,\u00a0Instagram<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Twitter<\/a>.<\/p>\n ###\u00a0<\/p>\n About\u00a0Virginia\u00a0City<\/strong><\/p>\n Nestled on the mountainside of the\u00a0Virginia\u00a0Range,\u00a0Virginia\u00a0City, Nevada is one of the largest historic districts in the United States. Established in the mid-1800s with the discovery of silver,\u00a0Virginia\u00a0City\u00a0became a mining \u201cboomtown\u201d influencing prosperity and culture. While the Great Fire of 1875 destroyed much of the original\u00a0town, it was rebuilt to even greater opulence which can be experienced today and sparked preservation throughout the decades. Just 30 minutes outside of Reno, its unique, rich and colorful streets attract tourists from across the globe to experience the hearts of gold, veins of silver and lodes of fun in every historic building, saloon, museum and memorable event. For more information, visit\u00a0visitvirginiacitynv.com<\/a>\u00a0or follow them on\u00a0Facebook<\/a>,\u00a0Instagram<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Twitter<\/a>.<\/p>\n
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