St. Patrick's Day
Monday, March 17, 2025 (All day)
- The holiday has been celebrated in Ireland since the 9th or 10th century.
- Until the mid-20th century, the holiday was modest and religious.
- In Ireland, wearing green was once punishable by law.
- The color green became associated with St. Patrick's Day after the Irish Rebellion of 1798.
- The holiday evolved into a celebration of Irish pride as Irish immigration to America increased.
- The holiday is now celebrated with parades, festivals, and wearing green.
- The first St. Patrick's Day parade in America was held in New York City in 1762.
