Saint Patrick's Day parades
Parades on Saint Patrick's Day have been a long-standing tradition in many places throughout the world to honor Irish heritage and Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. Marching bands, dancers, floats, and other vibrant displays are frequently included in the parades. Irish soldiers serving in the British army are thought to have arranged the first Saint Patrick's Day parade, which is thought to have happened in New York City in 1762. Saint Patrick's Day parades grew in popularity and number over time, especially in cities like Boston and Chicago that had sizable Irish populations. Currently, parades celebrating Saint Patrick's Day are organized in numerous locations around the United States and other nations. The Saint Patrick's Day parades usually take place on or around March 17th and bring sizable throngs of onlookers. The Saint Patrick's Day parade is a big deal in many cities, featuring fl...