Saint Patrick’s Day can be celebrated in many ways, from parades to wearing green clothing, accessories, and special foods. It is widely observed in Ireland, the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, and other parts of the world.

Parades 

• Large celebrations like parades happen in cities like Dublin, New York City, and Boston. The parade consists of marching bands, Irish dancers, and floats. This is a way for everyone to celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day together. 

Wearing Green

• When wearing green it symbolizes Irish pride and also good luck. A legend from a long time ago states, “it makes you invisible” to leprechauns. They pinch people who do not wear green on this day. Different schools around the world dedicate a school day for everyone to celebrate by accessorizing their uniforms or clothes with green.

Food and Drinks

• A popular dish is Irish stew, corned beef, and cabbage, this is a traditional meal that is enjoyed on this day. Guinness and Irish whiskey is a drink that many pubs (bars) serve and people make a toast, a “Slainte!”. Lastly, in the US, a popular drink served in many restaurants is shamrock shakes and green beverages.

Religious Aspects

• In Ireland, Saint Patrick’s Day is a religious holiday with a bunch of church services that honor Saint Patrick. People also visit St. Patrick’s Cathedral in Dublin and New York. Many people gather here to pray and to meet up at the well-known cathedrals.