Who would have thought that when Saint Patrick himself was banishing snakes from the coast of Ireland with his sacred staff around 400AD, we would find ourselves here today raising pints of Guinness and dancing The Wild Rover in celebration of him.
I am fully ware that I am writing this latest entry on a rather biased note, but I can't help myself! all of my family are Irish and we take this celebration seriously - and Glasgow, so can you.
In recent years the Celebration of St Patrick has shifted from a day of solemnity and holy obligation, to a celebration of heritage and Ireland itself.
And here is the good news - because Irish roots run strongly in thousands of Glaswegians, Glasgow boasts an incredible calender filled with Irish celebrations.
From Comedy nights hosted by the stars of Father Ted, to traditional Celtic dance evenings and plays, Glasgow is one of the best places to be around March 17th.
Head down to the Merchant City area on the 17th where street parties and events take place throughout the day for all the family. Additionally, what do the Irish and Glaswegians have in common? a love of bevy. At night time, the majority of pubs come alive with music and dance in celebration of the emerald aisle.
(Coatbridge ,just outside of Glasgow celebrating Paddy's Day in 2009. It is ranked as the 7th best place in the world to celebrate St Patrick's Day)
Obviously, the list of events happening for this festival are in hugely wide and varied. So, get yourself on one of these sites to find an event perfect for your celebrations. I'll see you there!
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