Your Distinctive St. Patrick’s Day Traditions

Once I experienced a few St. Patrick’s Days after turning twenty-one, I realized why it appealed to so many of those who weren’t personally involved in the Irish culture. The food, the music, the green beer; it all adds up to an amazing time with friends, family, and often people you have never met before.

These experiences, although priceless, don’t seem to add up to an even somewhat traditional Irish experience of St. Patrick’s Day. Don’t think this is a bad thing. The natives of Ireland must enjoy an extravagant day there, but that does not take anything away from the experience we have here in the United States.

Chicago, Illinois

We want to hear what you love to do on St. Patrick’s Day . Whether you sing songs at the bar, swim in a river of green water, or simply cook a huge feast for your friends, we want to hear about it! Any tradition from any country is wanted! If you are from Ireland, we want to hear about your St. Patrick’s Day!

Share your traditions for St. Patrick’s Day and help make it a more exciting and/or traditional holiday for those of us who simply wear green to avoid getting pinched.