St Patrick's Day in London 2014

Celebrate St Patrick's Day on and around 17 March with a parade through central London, a free festival in Trafalgar Square and many more special events.

St Patrick's Day Parade

Every year London hosts a St Patrick's Day Parade with marching bands, floats, street theatre and more. All 32 Irish counties are represented, dressed in their traditional county colours. Other parade participants include members of London's Irish community and other Londoners.

St Patrick's Day Festival in Trafalgar Square

The free St Patrick's Day Festival in Trafalgar Square is a great chance to experience Irish culture: you can enjoy traditional music, dancing, comedy and film, and sample produce from the Emerald Isle. 

More About St Patrick's Day

St Patrick's Day is celebrated across the capital, with parties in many London pubs and bars. Expect green decor, traditional Irish drinks and lots of fun! You might also find a special menu or two at London's restaurants. 

Saint Patrick is one of the patron Saints of Ireland and the day is traditionally celebrated with a feast. St Patrick's Day is a national holiday in Ireland. St Patrick's Day is also celebrated all over the world, by people of both Irish and non-Irish descent.

For more about Irish culture in London, take a look at our Ireland in London blog post on Visit London's blog.