McSorley's Old Ale House

09/20/2026

Join us Sunday, September 27 at 11am at McSorley’s Old Ale House for the release of T.J. English’s new book Blood In The Desert, alongside a special Collectors Edition of his classic The Westies. Bagels and ale will be served. Free admission. Presented by Gregory de la Haba. Come raise a glass in New York’s most storied saloon and celebrate English’s exquisite writings on the dark, unforgettable underworld—from the Juárez–El Paso border to Hell’s Kitchen and beyond. This event will@be broadcast live by WBGO Radio Free Eireann w/ John McDonagh.

08/05/2026

We loved this man. And he, us. Rest in Poetry, Glen. And thank you.

08/01/2026

We’re proud and honored to welcome Melissa Ann—a cherished part of the extended McSorley’s family—for her very first public book signing and fundraiser supporting the Hope, Love & Me Project! 💙
🗓️ When: Sunday, August 2 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
🎉 What’s Happening: Live reading, Q&A session, raffle, and book signing!

07/17/2026

“It’s not uncommon for the man running the raffle to win the raffle. “ —Anonymous

07/17/2026

04/05/2026

Shane hanging a rifle that was made in 1854, the same year Ol’ John opened up McSorley’s. Like the flag, and many of the items on our walls (or ceiling) it was gifted to us by a loyal and devout McSorley’s patron and each item has a backstory that you’ll have to come in a learn for yourself —over time and a few mugs of our legendary ale. Wishing all of you a very happy Easter. God bless, stay well, and enjoy the day with your loved ones. —McSorley’s Old Ale House

03/21/2026

From the McSorley Archive. We’ve boxes of old newspapers, photos, playbills, ephemera. And the world keeps turning —just as Spring turns its back on Winter each season.

03/17/2026

St. Patrick isn’t even awake yet but these guys, his devout followers, have been here since sunrise. Amen.

Happy Saint Patrick’s Day.

03/09/2026

By court order, and starting on August 10, 1970, McSorley’s Old Ale House, a men-only drinking establishment for 116 years, had to allow women to enter the bar. On August 11th, the men inside the bar still weren’t accepting of this and poured ale over the head of the Vice President of the National Organization for Women, Lucy Komisar, who wished to try our famous ale. We can assure you, things have gotten better since.

#1970

02/20/2026

It’s crazy to think of all the souls who have stood right here, through all the years this bar has stood. If you are one of those who’ve bellied-up —we thank you and welcome your joyous return. The bar awaits.

02/11/2026

Coming up on the 17th we’ll be celebrating our 172nd year in continuous operation at 15 East 7th Street in olde New York’s East Village. Come join the festivities with live music from noon-7pm featuring Sean McNally & Patrick Mangan.

#1854