Saint Patrick's Day

Ireland is known for a lot of things. One of them is the origin of Saint Patrick’s Day, a religious holiday that is now celebrated in the United States and all over the world, especially here in our binational region.

Saint Patrick was a real person that spread Christianity all over Ireland, a pagan land. Shamrocks symbolize his teaching of the Holy Trinity and these green plants have evolved into being considered good luck charms, along with pots of gold, rainbows, and leprechauns.

Traditionally, you must wear green on March 17th, the official date for Saint Patrick’s. If you are caught without green apparel, you can be pinched by anyone!

You can celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day in your local community. Parades are held, and schools encourage this celebration. Pubs, bars, and restaurants offer green food and drinks!

Make sure to check this website if you live in the San Diego/Tijuana area:

www.stpatsparade.org/index.html