St Patrick’s Day celebrations vary from country to country and from secular to religious groups, but the common thread continues to be the wearing of green, and the symbol of the shamrock.
Generally, St Patrick’s Day celebrations include the coloring of waters, rivers, and fountains green. Musical festivals, Irish dancing, and Irish cultural events are common celebrations on this holiday. Parades are held in dozens of cities across the world to celebrate St Patrick’s Day.
Secular St Patrick’s Day celebrations invariably include the drinking of beer and merrymaking late into the night.
St Patrick’s Day celebrations in the church usually involve a service and a feast or festival.