ST. PATRICK’S DAY FESTIVALS AND CELEBRATIONS IN NORTH CAROLINA

It’s almost time for one of the most fun holidays of the year! That’s right, it’s almost St. Patrick’s Day! The day where we can all come together and wear green to celebrate Irish heritage and ancestry. If you’re looking for a great St. Patrick’s Day festival or celebration in North Carolina, check out these events!

ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE AND CHARLOTTE GOES GREEN FESTIVAL

Every year, one of the biggest Irish parties in North Carolina is the Charlotte Goes Green Festival and Parade! On March 16th, thousands of people will line the streets to see all the floats, dancers and more who will take part in the celebration. Learn more, here!

ST. PATRICK’S DAY FESTIVAL AT EMERALD ISLE

Another extremely fun celebration is the annual St. Patrick’s Day Festival at Emerald Isle! This all-day event, held at the Emerald Plantation Shopping Center, is fun for all ages with crafts and vendors, clowns, a petting zoo, good food and more! Learn about their beer garden and more, here!

30TH ANNUAL KELLY’S ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE

Last, but certainly not least, we have one of the largest St. Patrick’s parades in North Carolina, Kelly’s parade in Nags Head! This year they’ll be celebrating their 30th anniversary so you’ll know they’ll want to make it special! Learn more about this historic parade, here!