Saint Patrick

St Patrick’s Day: A Celebration of History and Heritage

Fifty million people from different cultures around the world annually celebrate the history and heritage of Saint Patrick on the 17th March. Millions of people around the globe will pay tribute to the Patron Saint of Ireland in unique displays of colour, traditional Irish music, cuisine, song and dance.

International parties and parades take place worldwide on this date to pay homage to Saint Patrick. Every year on the 17th March Belfast City centre to Custom House Square is transformed into a sea of colour and music in celebration of history and heritage.

Delve into Northern Ireland's strong Saint Patrick connections with sites and attractions such as The Saul Church, The Saint Patrick Centre and Saint Patrick's Trian demonstrating the rich legacy he left behind waiting to be discovered. Year round events and exhibits make anytime of the year and ideal time to visit Northern Ireland's Saint's Patrick's County, Counties Down and Armagh, with it strong links to his heritage

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