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File photo of people watching a St Patrick's Day parade. Photo by Joseph Prezioso / AFP As the world prepares to mark St Patrick’s Day, a host of venues in Italy’s major cities have announced special events in honour of Ireland’s patron saint. Monday, March 17th will mark St Patrick’s Day St. Patrick's Day, celebrated annually on March 17, is a time-honored tradition that extends far beyond Ireland's borders. This vibrant holiday, which pays homage to Ireland's patron saint, brings together people from all walks of life to revel in Irish culture, music, and camaraderie. Wanted in Rome's guide to St Patrick's Day in the capital This year in Rome there are plenty of Irish-themed events in the weeks either side of St Patrick's Day, the annual celebration of Ireland's patron saint on 17 March. This is the first St Patrick's Day in Rome for Ireland's ambassador to Italy Bobby McDonagh who arrived in the Italian capital last September. Each St Patrick's Day Irish If St Patrick's Day is more about religious observance than partying it up for you, you can attend a Lá Fhéile Pádraig mass at St Patrick's Church on Via Boncompagni at 10.30am on Sunday. Rome’s Colosseum has been previously illuminated in green in celebration of St Patrick’s Day, but there’s currently no confirmation on whether or not Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day in Rome, Italy is a unique experience. The city’s rich history and vibrant culture combined with the lively Irish traditions make for an unforgettable celebration. Whether you’re participating in the parade, enjoying traditional Irish food and drink, or exploring the city, you’re sure to have a great time. For several years now, even in Italy, on March 17, St. Patrick has been celebrated; it has become increasingly popular to organize theme parties, festivals and concerts for St. Patrick's Day. An increasingly popular reality that is renewed every year with numerous musical programs, rivers of beer and themed gastronomy. The ultimate guide to St. Patrick’s day in Rome. If your favorite color is green, or you’re down on luck lately, chances are you look forward to St.Patrick’s day! A holiday known for its green accessories galore, parades, and an overall fun atmosphere, the St.Patrick’s celebration has made its way to Rome. St. Patrick’s Day, celebrated on March 17th, is a global festival of Irish pride, full of parades, parties, and plenty of green.Whether you’re looking for traditional Irish charm or over-the-top celebrations, these are the top 10 places to experience the best St. Patrick’s Day festivities, counting down from number 10! If St Patrick's Day is more about religious observance than partying it up for you, you can attend a Lá Fhéile Pádraig mass at 10am at St Isidore's College on March 17th. READ ALSO: Nine of Italy’s best events to catch in spring 2023 Some Italian cities feature Irish holidays like St. Patrick’s Day as a reason for everyone to celebrate. Get in the mood for the St. Patrick’s Day festivities with some of these great celebrations that take place across Italy–you may even be tempted to swap that mug of beer for some Italian wine this St. Patrick’s Day! Irish Churches in St Patrick's Day, the annual celebration in honour of Ireland's patron saint, is marked in many countries around the world each year, including Italy. There are numerous Irish-themed events taking place in Rome and Milan in the days either side of St Patrick's Day, 17 March, which falls on a Monday this year. In Italy, Saint Patrick’s Day is a relatively recent phenomenon, gaining popularity with the global spread of Irish pubs and the Italian curiosity for international festivals. Major cities like Rome, Milan, Florence, and Venice now see a surge in Saint Patrick’s Day festivities, with everything from green-dyed fountains to themed parties in Ireland's National Day is being celebrated all around Italy this year. We have compiled a list of events taking place across the Peninsula to celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day 2025. 28 February 2025 Bologna is the perfect place to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Italy. The ‘Irlanda in Festa’ event is a beloved tradition, drawing around 50,000 visitors each year. This four-day extravaganza, held in beautiful Cittadella Park , is a celebration of everything Irish, with live Celtic music, delicious Irish cuisine and a variety of cultural 2025 St Patrick’s Day Events in Italy Ireland's National Day is being celebrated all around Italy this year. We have compiled a list of events taking place across the Peninsula to celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day 2025. St. Patrick’s Day takes place in several European countries. Notable celebrations occur in Ireland and Italy. In Padua, Italy, the “Festa Irlandese” attracts over 25,000 attendees annually. St. Patrick’s Day, March 17, isn’t widely celebrated in Italy. But that’s not to say someone can’t find a good St. Patty’s Day party within the country best known for its romantic escapes, historic sites and museums and world-renowned cuisine. Order of the Sons and Daughters of Italy celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with dinner, music by: Kayleigh Thomas. Posted: Mar 16, 2025 / 10:55 PM EDT. Updated: Mar 16, 2025 / 10:56 PM EDT. Two men sit on a bench in the seaside town of Cefalu, Sicily. Photo by Daniel Fazio on Unsplash. From mastering key Italian exclamations to taking part in St Patrick’s Day celebrations in Italy, our weekly newsletter La Bella Vita offers you an essential starting point for eating, talking, drinking and living like an Italian. St. Patrick’s day is a traditional celebration, usually held on March 17 each year, that is celebrated worldwide. It seems that everyone fancies themselves being somewhat “Irish” on this day. According to a popular legend, the reason that this day is so immensely celebrated, is due to the belief that St. Patrick rid Ireland of “snakes”.
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