St. Patrick’s Day 2026: What’s open and closed in US, and key details
St. Patrick’s Day, widely celebrated across the world, does not typically lead to widespread shutdowns like other major holidays. Despite being an important cultural and religious occasion, most institutions—especially outside Ireland—continue to operate as usual. In Ireland, St. Patrick’s Day on Tuesday (March 17, 2026) is treated as a national public holiday. Schools, banks, and…

