St. Patrick's Day 2025: Ireland's National Holiday Celebration Guide
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day like the Irish with our guide to traditions, parades, and the history behind this beloved March holiday.
St. Patrick's Day: Celebrating Irish Culture
St. Patrick's Day, celebrated on March 17th, honors Ireland's patron saint and has become a global celebration of Irish culture, heritage, and the color green.
Who Was St. Patrick?
St. Patrick was a 5th-century Romano-British Christian missionary and bishop in Ireland. He is credited with bringing Christianity to Ireland and famously used the shamrock to explain the Holy Trinity.
St. Patrick's Day 2025
Traditional Celebrations
Parades
Wearing Green
The tradition of wearing green represents Ireland's nickname, the "Emerald Isle," and the shamrock. Those not wearing green may receive a playful pinch!
Traditional Food and Drink
Global Celebrations
St. Patrick's Day is celebrated in:
Planning Your St. Patrick's Day Calendar
Fun Facts
St. Patrick's Day celebrates the rich cultural heritage of Ireland and the Irish diaspora around the world.
