St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations: History, Traditions and more
It’s been said that on St. Patrick’s Day, everyone is Irish. So no matter what your nationality or faith, use our St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations Web Guide to find links to parades, the best places to have fun and of course, tips on beer. We’ve also provided a history of St. Patrick’s Day, and suggestions for family-friendly traditions.
Expand All Guide SectionsHistory of St. Patrick’s Day
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St. Patrick’s Day Traditions
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St. Patrick’s Day Travel
Our St. Patrick’s Day travel section can help you celebrate the holiday in places that are famous for their St. Patrick’s Day festivities. Learn about the holiday in Ireland, Boston and New York.
Insights for St. Patrick’s Day Travel
- Everyone knows that Boston, New York and Dublin are great places to be on the holiday, but the Irish populations in Butte, Montana and Savannah, Georgia are also worth noting.
- Visit the subsection on parades in the “Traditions of St. Patrick’s Day” section to find a parade in one of these cities, or in your own hometown.
- If you’re planning on traveling to one of these spots, visit the findingDulcinea New York City Web Guide or the findingDulcinea Ireland Travel Web Guide.
Top Sites for St. Patrick’s Day Travel
To celebrate in Ireland …
The St. Patrick’s Festival
official Web site covers the St. Paddy’s Day celebration in Dublin. Look for an events calendar listing all the activities that happen during the week and a map of the parade route.
Down District Council
Web site introduces Downpatrick, the rumored burial place of St. Patrick, and another favorite spot for celebrating the festivities. Find a calendar loaded with cultural and recreational events, many of which are free.
Tourism Ireland
offers links to St. Patrick’s Day festival details in a several Irish cities. Extend your fun in Ireland past the holiday by using the site to find various activities all over the country.
To celebrate in Boston …
The Boston Irish Tourism Association (BITA)
offers a list of St. Patrick Day parades in the Boston area. The site is a hub for Irish cultural events and activities in Boston, such as the Irish Heritage Trail.
The Boston Irish Pub Directory
has a long list of links to Irish pubs and bars in the Boston area. The list is organized alphabetically by town and in most cases includes maps and directions.
To celebrate in New York …
New York Magazine
has a complete guide to St. Patrick’s Day in New York. Find the magazine's picks for Irish pubs, Celtic concerts, parade pointers and more.
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