St. Patrick’s festival
2011 has arrived and is a wonderful year for festivals – get into the swing early by hopping into St. Patrick’s festival. On St. Patrick’s Day, the whole world goes Irish. The Dublin city is planning to go green for St. Patrick’s festival. Thousands of Irish people and visitors will paint the town green for the celebration of this far-famed festival.
St. Patrick’s festival has lot to offer. From world renowned St. Patrick’s Day Parade to dance performances, street performances to comedy, family carnivals, you will definitely have a gala time. This festival is celebrated from 17th March- 20th March with over 1 million people and 4000 performers. From charity show, community feasts to grand parade, St. Patrick’s festival has it all.
This festival sets out to showcase the achievements and talents of Irish people on many national and global stages, and it serves as an exhilarating platform for showcasing the multiple skills of the Irish people, of every age and social background.
This festival is driven by a unique theme: be an Irish day. It is a celebration for being Irish and basking things Irish. It also tells us to be Irish. Dancing to the rhythm of the Irish music. Cooking and dining the Irish way. Trying out the Irish words. Dissolving all worries with Irish jokes. And with all these this festival helps us to experience the real joy of being Irish.
This festival is celebrated in style. Limerick will host the SkyFest which is a grand fireworks display over the Shannon river. In Cork, things actually hot up with performers participating in the city’s spectacular walking parade. Galway goes wild with exhilaration, and pays tribute to St. Patrick. The city celebrates the festival with vibrant colors and captivating festive spirit. Most of the Ireland’s villages, towns and cities have their own celebrations- small or big- so no matter wherever you are in the country, you will be delighted with the charm of Irish tradition.
So, next March plan a trip to Ireland and be a part of this highly recognized festival.
