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Groundhog Day is behind us. Easter is around the corner. And in the middle is a holiday associated with merry drinking and a centuries-old religious figure: St. Patrick's Day. Monday, March 17, is However, it was Irish immigrants and those of Irish descent, especially in the United States, who turned St. Patrick’s Day into the lively, secular holiday we know today. Cities with large Irish communities, like Boston and New York, began hosting grand parades as early as the 18th century. St. Patrick’s Day is a cultural and religious holiday celebrated on March 17th, marking the death date of St. Patrick, the foremost patron saint of Ireland. Originating in Ireland, this day has St. Patrick's Day became an official public holiday in Ireland in 1903 with the passing of the Bank Holiday (Ireland) Act 1903, which was introduced by Irish MP James O'Mara. In 1927, O'Mara introduced the law that banned the sale of alcohol on St. Patrick's Day to prevent drinking on a religious holiday. Patrick’s Day in Ireland, also commonly known as St. Paddy’s Day (never St. Patty’s Day), is a religious holiday, but because of the festivities, it has become an event that showcases the folklore and vibrant green hues of the Irish culture. While St. Patrick's Day is not recognized as a federal holiday in the U.S., it gives both Irish and non-Irish Americans a themed reason to celebrate. It is a national holiday in Ireland, and St. Patrick's Day became an official public holiday in Ireland in 1903 with the passing of the Bank Holiday (Ireland) Act 1903, which was introduced by Irish MP James O'Mara. In 1927, O'Mara introduced the law that banned the sale of alcohol on St. Patrick's Day to prevent drinking on a religious holiday. Saint Patrick’s Day Traditions in Ireland. In less-visited areas of Ireland, Saint Patrick’s Day is a quieter, more family-oriented holiday than the raucous celebrations that may occur in other areas of the world. Saint Patrick’s Day is a public holiday in Ireland, meaning that banks and As revelers celebrate St. Patrick's Day in 2025, here's a look at who Ireland's patron saint was and the meaning behind the holiday. St. Patrick's Day became an official public holiday in Ireland in 1903 with the passing of the Bank Holiday (Ireland) Act 1903, which was introduced by Irish MP James O'Mara. In 1927, O'Mara introduced the law that banned the sale of alcohol on St. Patrick's Day to prevent drinking on a religious holiday. That said, the official and most universally recognized name for the holiday remains St. Patrick’s Day. So if you’re unsure, just stick with that! If you’re lucky enough to be in Ireland for St. Patrick’s Day, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate. From Dublin’s massive parade to charming local festivals, here are the top things In America, St. Patrick’s Day, on March 17, has long been commemorated with rollicking festivities, but until recent decades, the holiday, which honors Ireland’s patron saint, was While St. Patrick's Day remains an important holiday in Ireland. The day was traditionally observed as a religious holiday, with businesses closing for the occasion. St. Patrick’s Day is actually a celebration of St. Patrick, a 5th-century Christian missionary and the patron saint of Ireland. Born in Roman Britain, he was kidnapped by Irish pirates at the For more than 1000 years, St. Patrick’s Day has been celebrated in Ireland every year on 17 March. Over the years, the religious holiday commemorating the death of Saint Patrick, the patron Although it was a public holiday, Northern Ireland's unionist government did not officially observe St Patrick's Day. [86] During the conflict known as the Troubles (late 1960s–late 1990s), public St Patrick's Day celebrations were rare and tended to be associated with the Catholic community. [86] And in the middle is a holiday associated with merry drinking and a centuries-old religious figure: St. Patrick's Day. Monday, March 17, is the holiday to celebrate everything Irish, including St St Patrick's Day became a public holiday in Ireland due to the Bank Holiday (Ireland) Act 1903. It is also celebrated around the world , particularly in the United States , the United Kingdom , Australia , and Canada . I have spent the last 35 St. Patrick’s Day’s in Ireland, so the guide below is first-hand knowledge. Below, you’ll find the different ways that St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland is celebrated and no – people don’t just spend the day in one of the many pubs in Ireland 1. There are St. Patrick’s Day parades of all shapes and sizes There are 10 public holidays in Ireland each year (increased from 9 in 2022). Public holidays may commemorate a special day or other event, for example, Saint Patrick's Day (17 March) or Christmas Day (25 December). Since 2023, there has been a new annual public holiday in early February to mark St Brigid’s Day. The public holiday is the
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