St. Patrick’s Day is when people from around the world wear green, and celebrate the Irish. The holiday marks the passing of Ireland’s patron saint in 460 A.D. Fast forward to 1995, and Dublin has established the St. Patrick’s Festival, which is a 4 day celebration held March 16-19. During the 4 days you can attend 30 events, including a parade, concerts, poets, and more. The focus of this holiday is learning about the culture, history, and traditions of the Irish. Find more information about the festival here, and read about the history of the holiday here.
American TESOL offers you ways to receive a certification in teaching English so that individuals can teach abroad, and explore destinations worldwide. Learn more about teaching English in Dublin, Ireland.