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Upcoming St Patrick's Day dates
Why St Patrick's Day is on March 17
March 17 marks the traditional date of St Patrick's death in 461 AD. The odd twist: the parades, green rivers and global spectacle are largely American inventions — Boston and New York's Irish communities held the first big parades in the 18th century, and the tradition was later re-imported to Ireland, where March 17 had long been a quiet religious holiday.
Planning ahead
If March 17 falls on or near a weekend, expect the parades and pub crowds to sprawl across several days — many cities hold their parade on the nearest Saturday rather than the day itself, so check the local date before planning around the counter above. Dublin's festival now runs about five days; Chicago dyes its river the Saturday before.
About this countdown
St Patrick's Day falls on March 17 each year. This page counts whole days from today (in your timezone) to the next St Patrick's Day, and updates automatically. Need the gap between any two dates instead? Use the full Age Calculator.
FAQ
When is St Patrick's Day?
St Patrick's Day falls on March 17 each year.
How many days until St Patrick's Day?
This page shows the exact number of days remaining until the next St Patrick's Day, and it updates automatically each day.
Why is the color green associated with St Patrick?
Originally it wasn't — the saint's color was a shade of blue. Green took over in the 18th century through the shamrock (which Patrick reputedly used to explain the Trinity), Ireland's green landscape, and nationalist symbolism.
Does St Patrick's Day ever move?
The civil celebration is always March 17, but when it falls during Holy Week the Catholic Church moves the religious feast — in 2008 it was observed liturgically on March 14, the parades went ahead on the 17th anyway.
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