Date
Monday
Mar
17

March 17

St. Patrick’s Day

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a bang - wear your green, grab a pint of Guinness, and get ready for the luckiest day of the year!

Yearly Date
March 17
Type
Day
Category
Cultural

Introduction

Get ready to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on March 17! This beloved holiday has been celebrated for centuries, and it's all about honoring the patron saint of Ireland with a day filled with shamrocks, green beer and other festivities. Whether you’re Irish or not, St Patrick's Day is a great opportunity to join in on some fun traditions that are sure to bring good luck your way!

St. Patrick’s Day Timeline

c. 5th Century
St. Patrick's Life
St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, lived during the 5th century and is credited with bringing Christianity to Ireland.
1601
First St. Patrick's Day Parade
The earliest recorded St. Patrick's Day parade was held in St. Augustine, Florida, organized by an Irish-born vicar.
1737
First Official Parade
The first official St. Patrick's Day parade took place in Boston, organized by the Charitable Irish Society of Boston.
1848
Largest American Parade
New York City starts hosting what becomes the largest and oldest civilian parade in the United States.
1962
Chicago River Tradition
The city of Chicago initiates its famous St. Patrick's Day tradition of dyeing the Chicago River green.

How to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day

1

Decorate with green

Grab some green balloons, streamers, and decorations to turn your house into a St Patrick's Day wonderland.

2

Wear green clothes

Get dressed up in your favorite green outfit and head out for a night on the town.

3

Plan a potluck

Invite your friends and family over for a traditional Irish feast. Make sure everyone brings something to share.

4

Go pub hopping

Head out for a night of traditional Irish music and drinks at your local pubs.

Why We Love St. Patrick’s Day

A

It's a great excuse to celebrate

St. Patrick’s Day is the perfect excuse to have some fun and celebrate with friends and family. From food and drinks, to parties and parades - there is plenty of ways to mark this special day in style!

B

It's a time for traditions

St. Patrick’s Day is filled with time-honored traditions that have been passed down through generations. Cooking traditional dishes like colcannon or corned beef can bring families together as they share stories of their heritage and history. Plus, nothing beats wearing green on the day!

C

It pays tribute to Irish culture

St. Patrick’s Day is an opportunity to recognize the incredible contributions Irish people have made throughout history. From inventors, scientists, writers, athletes and more - the achievements of these individuals are truly inspiring and should be celebrated on this special day.

St. Patrick’s Day Dates

Year
Date
Day
2023
Mar 16
Thursday
2024
Mar 16
Saturday
2025
Mar 16
Sunday
2026
Mar 16
Monday
2027
Mar 16
Tuesday