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Editor’s note: The following information was drawn from materials provided by the Upshur County Historical Society.In honor of St. Patrick’s Day – today, March 17 – My Buckhannon invites readers to take a journey through history, exploring the lives of [] Read the full story. Join My Buckhannon today. Become a premium member to unlock [] Singing, dancing and your favorite green attire are all part of this festive weekend as we celebrate the luck of the Irish. A little taste of Ireland descends on The Greenbrier for St. Patrick’s Day Weekend. Traditional Irish cuisine and authentic beverages are on tap for an exciting weekend filled with activities. IRELAND, W.Va. (WBOY) — The community of Ireland, West Virginia celebrated St. Patrick’s Day in its own special way, with the annual Irish Spring Festival. The festival has been a tradition in Ireland for 42 years. Hosted by the Shamrock Community Educational Outreach Service (CEOS) Club, the event serves as their biggest fundraiser of the IRELAND, W.Va. (WBOY) — St. Patrick’s Day is a cherished tradition steeped in Irish culture, and in the town of Ireland, West Virginia settled by the Irishman Andrew Wilson, this heritage comes to life with an annual celebration. Over time, locals came to affectionately refer to Wilson as “Old Ireland,” a tribute to his enduring spirit. Boston’s St. Patrick’s Day may be known for a boozy good time, but more are opting to forgo the buzz Ireland. A St. Patrick’s Day decoration is displayed between two drink menus at the St. Patrick’s Day is a cherished tradition steeped in Irish culture, and in the town of Ireland, West Virginia settled by the Irishman Andrew Wilson, this heritage comes to life with an annual Shinnston hosts annual St. Patrick’s Day parade honoring Top Stories / Mar 16, 2025 / 12:01 PM EDT Harrison County first responders took center stage Saturday as Shinnston rolled out its annual Saint Patrick’s Day parade in their honor. Address: 65 Community Drive, Ireland, WV 26376; Entertainment: 1 stage - L Entertainment: BG CR GP Variety Other Activities: harping workshop; Attendance: 1,500 # Food Booths: na # of Exhibitors: tba Juried: no Prize Money: na Deadlines: Art & Craft: until full Music: until full Food: na What’s the Deal with St. Patrick’s Day Anyway? St. Patrick’s Day is a religious and cultural holiday honoring the patron saint of Ireland, Saint Patrick. The day was made an official Christian feast day in the early 17th century. The day is observed by several churches, but the holiday also acts as a celebration of Irish culture and heritage. Every St Patrick’s Day, communities from Belfast to Cork on this national holiday showcase their Irish pride and celebrate the patron saint of Ireland through a range of events, bringing the world together to experience that famous Irish spirit. At Meagher’s St. Patrick’s Day is the best day of the year. A $5 cover will get you access to the night’s event on March 16 from 4-7 p.m. On March 17, Meagher’s is also offering All-you Experience the vibrant Scottish and Irish culture in West Virginia this St. Patrick's Day! Celebrate at Meagher's Irish Pub, the Irish Spring Festival, St. Paddy's Fest, or the St. Patrick's Day Parade and Festival. Which local event will you attend? 🍀 Harman Homeschool Co-Op St. Patrick’s Day Celebration. Thursday, Mar 13, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. ET Pioneer Memorial Library, Harman, WV Ireland, WV AARP Events for Monday, March 17 is St. Patrick's Day, celebrating all things Irish in the U.S. and around the world. Cities celebrate with parades, bar crawls and more. St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl, Charleston, WV Promoted as the biggest St. Paddy's Day celebration around, the East End Pub Crawl in Charleston, West Virginia, was named a Top 20 event for 2016. Hear live Celtic music, enjoy free trolley rides, and participate in the Shamrock Challenge while you support the continued improvement of this diverse The Irish flag flying alongside the West Virginia flag in Ireland, West Virginia, March 9, 2025 (WBOY image) The busiest days of the festival will be on Friday, March 14 and Saturday, March 15, but you can find a full list of events below. For updates on the Irish Spring Festival, you can follow the official page on Facebook. A Southern Living “Top 100 Best in the South,” there’s always something happening at this pub, from trivia to live tunes to special events. Their St. Paddy’s day celebration starts strong at 3 p.m., and coincides with $3 mystery beer night, one of many weekly specials. How will you be celebrating St. Patrick’s Day in Southern WV? St. Patrick’s Day Parties. Irish Spring Festival. Spend March 17 actually in Ireland West Virginia. The small Lewis County town hosts the Irish Spring Festival every St. Patrick’s Day weekend. The event lasts from March 14-19 and includes several traditions from Ireland in Europe. UFC fighter Conor McGregor paid a visit to the White House on St. Patrick’s Day to meet with President Donald Trump. McGregor told reporters in the briefing room that he wanted to "raise the issues that people of Ireland face" with the president. Martinsburg St. Patrick’s Day Celebration – Martinsburg, March 16. Martinsburg in West Virginia’s Eastern Panhandle hosts the “biggest St. Patrick’s Day bash in the area.” More than 2,000 people are interested in this year’s free event, which will be filled with Irish cheer and festivities in downtown Martinsburg.
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