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OCALA, FL (352today.com) – Happy St. Patrick’s Day!Ocala is gearing up to offer a variety of events and venues to ensure a memorable celebration. From lively parades to traditional Irish fare, here are five top spots to mark the occasion: One of the biggest St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in town, O’Keefe’s starts the party early with their “Kegs & Eggs” event at 9 AM. From there, the day rolls on with live music, Irish cocktails, and plenty of Guinness. Whether you’re inside the pub or partying under the outdoor tent, this is a must-visit for an all-day celebration. So, I’ve put together a list of some of the best places to celebrate the day. Saint Patrick’s Day, which falls on March 17th this year, will be one of the first major celebrations of 2024 after the New Year. While not everyone has the opportunity to celebrate the holiday in Ireland, there are some incredible places in the United States that When it comes to iconic St. Patrick’s Day festivities, Chicago tops the charts. Its downtown St. Patrick’s Day Parade ranks among the largest in the nation (second only after NYC). It is The substantial Irish population (as many as 20 percent claim Irish ancestry) means that St. Patrick’s Day has been celebrated across the city for almost 300 years—Boston is actually said to be one of the earliest cities in the US to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. Find a place along the 3-mile (5-kilometer) parade route in South Boston for a The St. Patrick’s Day parade here has been taking place for 160 years, attracting more than 100,000 visitors in recent years. Thousands of participants join in to honor Irish culture, including everything from Irish singing to traditional poetry, along with more than a hundred colorful floats, Irish dance troupes and marching bands. Visit These 7 U.S. Cities For The Best St. Patrick's Day Experience. 1. Go Green in Chicago “The Windy City” has one of the largest St. Patrick’s Day parades in the country but with its own unique twist. People come from around the country each year to see the Chicago River dyed green then go on to celebrate all day at parades and local pubs. The Irish Channel St. Patrick’s Day Parade takes place the Saturday before St. Patrick’s Day in the Irish Channel neighborhood. Like with New Orleans’ Mardi Gras parades, watch out for flying objects! It’s customary for parade participants and spectators to throw cabbages, carrots, green beaded necklaces, and other goodies. Other St. Patrick's Day traditions taking place in Chicago each year include Irish parades throughout town, an 8K run called the Shamrock Shuffle, bar crawls and more. Next: Cincinnati 7 / 14 Best US cities to celebrate St Patrick’s Day . Prepare to go all out with the top parades, events, and festivities in these US cities. Here are some of the best places to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in the US. East coast . New York City, New York: The St. Patrick’s Day parade in New York City is one of the largest in the world. Dating to Throw on your best green, grab your friends, and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day the right way at The Harp. 2. Barbarian Brewing (Boise & Garden City) Raise a Glass to St. Patrick’s Day at Barbarian Brewing! 🍀🍻. If you're looking for the ultimate St. Patrick's Day weekend celebration, Barbarian Brewing is where you need 10th and Terrace, Raleigh, NC Start your St. Patrick’s Day off right with an elegant brunch you won’t forget. Their rooftop terrace and bar make for a perfect recovery spot from last night’s celebrations, giving you beautiful views of the city and a make your own Bloody Mary bar. St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in US By the numbers The company WalletHub compared 200 of the largest cities across 15 key metrics to find the best places to wear green and celebrate. The first St. Patrick’s Day was started by Irish immigrants in America in 1601, and a century later Irish soldiers marched in New York City in honor of St. Patrick. WalletHub found that Boston is the best place to be for St. Partick’s Day, with an overall score of 70.71 out of 100. The obvious reason for its high ranking is its gigantic St. Patrick’s Day Two Massachusetts cities named as best places in US to celebrate St. Patrick's Day By Ashley J. DiMella Fox News Published March 17, 2025 12:20pm EDT When it comes to iconic St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, New York City takes center stage. NYC’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade is one of the largest in the world. Annually held on March 17th, thousands of parade entries high step up Fifth Avenue, including United States Veterans, local community groups, and spirited bagpipers. The best U.S. cities to celebrate on March 17 have been revealed in a study from Celtic Titles. Researchers ranked each city on their St. Patrick's Day spirit through four key metrics: local Per the South Boston parade website, Bostonians were the first to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in North America. Festivities took place on March 17, 1737, to support the city's new Irish immigrants.
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