Your Guide to the St Patrick’s Party
On St Patrick’s Day the world turns green in celebration of all things Irish, and we can barely contain ourselves. March 17th is fast approaching, so we’ve put together this guide for you to experience every aspect of the festivities (and to see just how green you can go this year)!
There are plenty of ways to celebrate the big day, whether you’ll be joining us at one of the St Patrick’s festivals in Ireland or throwing your own St Patrick’s Day party with family and friends. We’ve even got parade footage from years gone by, live trad music sessions and some background on the big man himself, St Patrick to add to the build-up for the big green day.
If you plan to witness all the celebrations for yourself, grab the official St Patrick’s Festival App for navigating the packed schedule of fireworks, parades, céilí, gigs and special events.
Catch up with us on Facebook or Twitter leading up to the big day, too…you know we’re always up for a natter, and no more so than right now!
Your St Patrick’s Party
Don’t worry if you can’t make it to Ireland this year, our blog has the recipe for a St Patrick’s Day party in your own home. Enjoy an Irish Cream Liqueur recipe from our Blog.
The Parade Marches On
Nothing will rekindle your passion for all things Ireland than to see how we celebrate things at home. Compare our video of last year’s massive Dublin parade with old newsreel footage from St Patrick’s Day celebrations 60 years before. Maybe you’ll even spot some distant relatives in the pictures!
St Patrick’s Festivals
Entire week-long festivals erupt for St Patrick’s Day in Ireland – there is so much to choose from. There’s also an official St Patrick’s Festival App with the 2012 festival event details, interactive map and twitter feed. Don’t forget our listings page has every parade, party, concert and event that’s on around the big day. Can’t say we’re not organised!
St Patrick’s Legacy
Interested to know who St Patrick actually was? Visit The Saint Patrick's Centre in Co. Down. From banishing snakes to his use of a shamrock, St Patrick’s myths and legends are entwined in his legacy, too.
Listen with Live Trad
A party like St Patrick’s Day doesn’t pass without a good music session, and we’re happy to let you listen in. LiveTrad streams traditional music gigs and past sessions for the perfect soundtrack to your party. There’s a funky live comment stream, too, so you can chat and share the craic with people from Ireland and all over the world. If you’re anything like us, you’ll be doing your best Riverdance impressions in your own sitting room.
The Worldwide Party
The celebrations aren’t confined to our island’s lovely shores, as the whole world joins the St Patrick’s Day party. Watch out for Niagara Falls turning Green and the CN Tower in Toronto!
