St. Patrick's Day 2027 is on Wednesday, March 17, 2027. It is always March 17. It's a public holiday in Ireland and Northern Ireland but not in the US.
Who was St. Patrick?
St. Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland. He was born in Roman Britain in the 5th century, taken to Ireland as a slave as a teenager, escaped, and later returned as a missionary. March 17 is traditionally held to be the day he died. Legend says he used the three-leaf shamrock to explain the Holy Trinity.
Famous celebrations
- New York City: one of the world's oldest and largest St. Patrick's parades, first held in 1762, before the United States existed.
- Chicago: the river has been dyed green every year since 1962, usually on the Saturday before March 17.
- Dublin: a multi-day festival with a parade on March 17.
- Savannah and Boston: among the largest celebrations in the US.
Planning tips
- Parades are often scheduled on a weekend near March 17. Check your city's official dates.
- Book bars and restaurants early if March 17 falls on a Friday or Saturday.
- Wear green, or risk getting pinched (an American schoolyard tradition).
St. Patrick's Day dates for upcoming years
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Wednesday, March 17, 2027 | Wednesday |
| 2028 | Friday, March 17, 2028 | Friday |
| 2029 | Saturday, March 17, 2029 | Saturday |
| 2030 | Sunday, March 17, 2030 | Sunday |
| 2031 | Monday, March 17, 2031 | Monday |
| 2032 | Wednesday, March 17, 2032 | Wednesday |
How many days until St. Patrick's Day from other dates?
Counting from the start of each date to the start of St. Patrick's Day 2027 (Wednesday, March 17, 2027):
| From | Date | Days until St. Patrick's Day |
|---|---|---|
| 1st of March | Monday, March 1, 2027 | 16 days (2 weeks, 2 days) |
| Valentine's Day | Sunday, February 14, 2027 | 31 days (4 weeks, 3 days) |
| Super Bowl | Sunday, February 14, 2027 | 31 days (4 weeks, 3 days) |
| Ramadan | Monday, February 8, 2027 | 37 days (5 weeks, 2 days) |
| Lunar New Year | Saturday, February 6, 2027 | 39 days (5 weeks, 4 days) |
| New Year | Friday, January 1, 2027 | 75 days (10 weeks, 5 days) |
| Christmas | Friday, December 25, 2026 | 82 days (11 weeks, 5 days) |
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St. Patrick's Day quick facts
- St. Patrick's Day is always March 17.
- Chicago has dyed its river green every year since 1962.
- The first St. Patrick's Day parade in New York was held in 1762.
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Frequently asked questions
What day of the week is St. Patrick's Day 2027?
St. Patrick's Day 2027 falls on a Wednesday.
Is St. Patrick's Day a holiday in the US?
No, it's not a federal holiday. It is a public holiday in Ireland and Northern Ireland, and in the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador.
When is the Chicago River dyed green?
Usually on the Saturday before or on St. Patrick's Day, in the morning before the downtown parade.
How long until St. Patrick's Day 2027?
St. Patrick's Day 2027 is on Wednesday, March 17, 2027. The live countdown at the top of this page shows exactly how much time is left in days, hours, minutes and seconds, updated every second in your local time zone.
How many weeks until St. Patrick's Day?
The chip under the countdown shows the weeks and extra days left until St. Patrick's Day. The number updates automatically each day, so it's always current.
When is St. Patrick's Day 2028?
After 2027, the next St. Patrick's Day is on Friday, March 17, 2028. See the table on this page for more upcoming dates.
Does this St. Patrick's Day countdown use my time zone?
Yes. The countdown runs to 12:00 AM on St. Patrick's Day in the time zone set on your phone or computer, so the numbers are right wherever you are.
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