St Patrick's Day (17 March) commemorates Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, and has grown into a wider celebration of Irish culture and heritage around the world.
Common traditions
- Wearing green, or a shamrock
- Parades, particularly in Dublin, New York and Chicago
- Irish music, dancing and storytelling
- Traditional food such as Irish stew or soda bread
Why green?
Green is linked to Ireland's nickname "the Emerald Isle" and the shamrock, which Saint Patrick is said to have used to explain the Holy Trinity.
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