St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations Highlight Irish Heritage Across the U.S.

From parades to green rivers, the American take on St. Patrick’s Day blends cultural pride with festive traditions.

St. Patrick’s Day, celebrated annually on March 17, honors Ireland’s patron saint and has evolved into a cultural celebration in the U.S.
The New York City St. Patrick’s Day Parade, the oldest in the world, attracts millions of spectators and features over 150,000 participants.
Chicago’s tradition of dyeing the river green, started in 1962, remains a major attraction and uses an environmentally friendly formula.
Irish Americans, particularly in New England states like New Hampshire and Massachusetts, celebrate their heritage with pride during this holiday.
Originally a solemn religious observance, St. Patrick’s Day in the U.S. became a way for Irish immigrants to assert their identity and combat discrimination.