The 15 Best Places To Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day

It’s time to don your best green attire and embrace the luck of the Irish because we’re already thinking about where to spend St. Patrick’s Day.

What was once more of a religious celebration honoring the death of the patron saint of Ireland, St. Patrick’s Day is now embraced in all sorts of ways. It’s a day filled with parades, Irish entertainment, and, yes, green beer.

Wondering where to spend St. Patrick’s Day? We’ve compiled a list of the best St. Paddy’s Day cities, from historic cities with a lot of Irish history to towns that turn the day into a massive party.

CELEBRATE IRISH HERITAGE IN DUBLIN

Dublin is home to one of the best St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, though it wasn’t always this way. Celebrations here were once quite mild, with a small parade and more religious programming.

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PARTY ALL DAY IN BOSTON

With Boston being rather famous for its Irish heritage, it’s no surprise the city is home to one of the best St. Patrick’s Day parades. The parade features colorful floats and homages to both Irish and American history, which only makes sense with Boston being one of the US’s most historic cities.

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GLIDE ON EMERALD WATERS IN CHICAGO

The color only lasts a few hours, so be sure to book a cruise on these emerald waters at the right time. And buy your tickets early, as the spots fill up fast.

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KEEP THE PARTY GOING IN NEW ORLEANS

New Orleans may be known best for its Mardi Gras festivities, which are happening the month prior to St. Patrick’s Day, but this holiday tends to bring back the revelry in the Big Easy.

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HAVE A BLAST IN BUENOS AIRES

Buenos Aires is one of the best places to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, where you can find a huge parade featuring Irish dancers, bagpipers, and costumed characters.

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