- St. Patrick
Celebrated for his mission work converting the Irish to Christianity. Credited with using the three-leafed shamrock to explain the concept of the Holy Trinity (Father, Son, Holy Spirit)
- Public Holiday
St. Patrick’s Day is a blend of religious tribute and cultural celebration, embodying Irish history, community, and spirit. Celebrated through parades, music, food, or simply wearing green.
- Wearing Green
Wearing green is a tradition associated with St. Patrick’s Day. It is said that wearing green makes you invisible to leprechauns, who would pinch anyone they could see.
- Celebrations Around the World
St. Patrick's Day is celebrated in countries with large Irish immigrant populations, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. In Chicago, the Chicago River is dyed green each year to celebrate St. Patrick's Day, a tradition that dates back to 1962.
- Tourism & Merchandising
St. Patrick's Day has significant economic implications, boosting tourism in Irish cities and towns. The celebrations drive an increase in the sale of themed merchandise such as clothing, decorations, and food products each year.