St. Patrick’s Day is one of the most popular holidays celebrated by a very large amount of people in the US and around the globe. Even if you are not of Irish descent, people like to play the part of the Irishman on this holiday. There are some interesting facts about this holiday that many people might not be aware of!
* In 2007, it is estimated that more than 96 million people in the U.S. will celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, regardless of whether or not they have true Irish roots.
* While Irish heritage is still cause for most of the day’s celebration, it has also been discovered that March 17 is a surprisingly common birthday shared by many, as well as a time for celebrating romance and lasting friendships. American Greetings has taken advantage of this fact and have birthday St. Patrick’s Day ecards ready to be sent to your family and friends!
* More than 82 million people will wear some green on St. Patrick’s Day this year.
* Nearly twenty percent of consumers plan to decorate their home or office for St. Patrick’s Day this year.
* St. Patrick’s Day parades are one of the most beloved holiday tradition. New York City hosts one of the most popular St. Patrick’s Day parades in the country, complete with 150,000 marchers and green lights shining on the Empire State Building. Overall, more than 100 U.S. cities host parades.
* St. Paddy’s Day is also becoming one of the top holidays for younger crowds. The National Retail Federation reports that consumers between 25 and 34 years of age will spend on average nearly $32 to celebrate. Must be all that green beer!?!?
* American Greetings actually sells a higher percentage of birthday cards for people born on St. Patrick’s Day than for any other holiday. The cards are so popular that more than 10 percent of the company’s St. Patrick’s Day card line is devoted to celebrating birthday wishes.
So there you have it- some interesting and intriguing facts about St. Patrick’s Day! Either share these facts with co-workers, family, and friends or simply relish in the fact that you are now a smarter person with an expertise in St. Patrick’s Day!
