On March 17th, every year, Americans gather together to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Most large cities hold an annual parade to honor the patron saint of Ireland. People dress up in green clothing, eat traditional foods, and enjoy a few drinks to honor the day. There are quite a few traditions that go along with celebrating this special day in March. But what is the history behind St. Patrick’s Day? Discover how this saint came to represent everything Irish on March 17th, not only in the US but around the world.
