St. Patrick's Day is a cultural and religious celebration held on March 17, the traditional death date of Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. It is a public holiday in Ireland and celebrated worldwide with parades, wearing of green, and Irish music and food.
St. Patrick's Day 2027 falls on Wednesday, March 17.
St. Patrick's Day 2026 falls on Tuesday, March 17.
New York City hosts one of the world's largest St. Patrick's Day parades, drawing millions of spectators along Fifth Avenue. Dublin also holds a major parade.
St. Patrick's Day is a public holiday in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. It is a cultural observance (not a public holiday) in the US, Canada and Australia.
Green is the iconic colour, symbolising Ireland's lush landscape. People around the world wear green and buildings are illuminated in green light on March 17.