Celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day in Italy
Saint Patrick’s Day, the annual celebration in honor of Ireland’s patron saint, is a global event celebrated in many countries, including Italy.
Italy is gearing up for a series of Irish-themed events in Rome, Milan, Livorno, and beyond in the days leading up to and following the 17th of March, the official St. Patrick’s Day.
Ireland Week in Milan
Get ready for Ireland Week in Milan, a celebration of Irish culture, art, and tradition from the 9th to the 17th of March. The program includes live music, talks, dance, cinema, photography, and food tastings. Don’t miss out!
Weekend di San Patrizio in Rome
Join the St. Patrick’s Day festival at the Città dell’Altra Economia in Testaccio, Rome, for live Celtic music, beer, and whiskey. Enjoy free entry from the 14th to the 17th of March.
Irish Sports in Rome
Experience Gaelic Games at the Rome Marathon Sports Village in Circus Maximus on the 15th of March. Try your hand at hurling, camogie, and Gaelic football with the Rome Hibernia GAA club.
Six Nations Rugby in Rome
Witness the excitement of rugby in Rome as Ireland takes on Italy at the Stadio Olimpico in the final round of the Six Nations on the 15th of March at 15:15.
St. Patrick’s Day Mass
Join the St. Patrick’s Day Mass at St. Isidore’s College in Rome on the 17th of March at 10:00. Celebrate Ireland’s national church’s 400th anniversary with the Irish community in Rome.
San Patrizio Livorno Festival
Experience the San Patrizio Livorno Festival in Livorno, Tuscany, from the 17th to the 23rd of March. Enjoy international guests, cultural events, and collaborations between Ireland and Italy.
Casa della Cultura Irlandese
Immerse yourself in Ireland’s traditions at Casa della Cultura Irlandese at the Basilica of San Silvestro in Capite on the 20th of March. Enjoy traditional music, poetry, and contemporary art.
St. Patrick’s Ball in Rome
Don’t miss the St. Patrick’s Ball hosted by the Irish Club of Rome at the five-star Hotel Parco dei Principi on the 22nd of March. Enjoy a five-course dinner, all-inclusive drinks, live music, and dancing.
Irish Film Festa in Rome
Experience Irish cinema at the Irish Film Festa in Rome’s Casa del Cinema from the 26th to the 30th of March. Watch Irish films, attend talks with actors and directors, and enjoy this cultural event.
Irish Pubs in Rome
Raise a pint of Guinness at the best Irish pubs in Rome, including Scholars Lounge, Fiddler’s Elbow, Finnegan’s, Druid’s Den, The Shamrock, and Camden Town, all located in the city center.
Stay tuned for more exciting events celebrating Saint Patrick’s Day in Italy!
Cover image: The Colosseum in Rome lit up in green in honor of St. Patrick’s Day in 2019. Tourism Ireland no longer promotes the Global Greening of international landmarks.
