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As St. Patrick’s Day approaches, excitement is brewing across the US and Canada. From head-to-toe green outfits and pints of Guinness to lively parades and all-night celebrations, the festivities are only getting bigger. In fact, 62% of Americans planned to take part in 2024 (Statista), proving just how widespread the St. Paddy’s spirit truly is!
To uncover the top states, provinces, and territories that go all out for St. Patrick’s Day, we surveyed 3,000 Americans and 3,000 Canadians. The results highlight the places that truly embrace the celebration. So, grab your shamrock, lace up your dancing shoes, and get ready to paint the town green!
To identify the leading St. Paddy’s Day party places, we looked at the following criteria:
We then used the results to create a scoring system out of 100.
Ireland may be the heart of St. Patrick’s Day, but when it comes to celebrations, the US takes the crown! With Ireland being about the size of Maine, its festivities can’t quite match the scale of America’s all-out, nationwide party. But where in the US goes the hardest? Keep reading to find out!
Nevada shines as the #1 ultimate St. Patrick's Day hotspot, boasting a score of 97/100 for its unmatched celebration spirit! From Las Vegas to small towns, the state ignites with Irish fervor. Expect the pubs to be bustling, with 70% of Nevada respondents expressing their intention to celebrate the occasion and 60% of those choosing to do so at a pub or bar. Notably, 96% of celebrants that were surveyed said they will be dressed in green attire. With 30% wisely opting to book the following day off work, it guarantees that the festivities will continue well into the night. Cheers to Nevada, where the party never stops!
Georgia ranks 2nd for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations with an impressive score of 94, followed by Minnesota in 3rd with 89. Pennsylvania takes 4th with 87, and California rounds out the top 5 with a score of 84. Whether it's the bustling pubs, beverage consumption or everyone decked out in green, these states sure know how to keep the St. Paddy's vibes alive.
While not formally recognized as a holiday in the US, St. Patrick’s Day is widely embraced by many Americans as an occasion synonymous with indulging in spirited celebrations and drinking. This rings particularly true for Minnesota residents who claim the title for the state that drinks the most on St Paddy’s Day. With an average of 5 drinks consumed per person, it stands just above Pennsylvania, averaging 4 drinks per person.
Pennsylvania residents kick off the St. Patrick’s Day spending spree by claiming the title of the biggest spenders. They dish out an average of $94 per person on drinks, nearly double the national average of $48.
Nevada claims the 2nd spot at $70 per person, which might not be surprising given the steep prices of alcohol on the strip, while New York follows closely in 3rd place at $67. Looks like these states are raising the bar for St Paddy’s Day – literally!
As we shift our focus to Canada, our quest for the ultimate party regions continues, employing the same scoring system as above.
Quebec residents steal the spotlight as Canada's ultimate St Patrick’s Day party haven, earning a score of 88/100 for its celebrations.
Quebecers truly knows how to get the festivities flowing, leading the charge with St. Paddy’s Day drinking, averaging an impressive 5 drinks per person. When it comes to embracing the spirit of the holiday 96% of Quebec residents who are celebrating said they will be proudly wearing green attire. What's more, their enthusiasm extends to spending, as Quebecers claim the top spot with an average of $73 CAD per person expected to be splurged on drinks, surpassing the national average of $57 CAD. Quebec is setting the St. Paddy's Day standard higher than ever!
Ontario secures 2nd position with a solid score of 83. Joining Quebec at the top of the Canadian leaderboard, Ontario boasts an impressive average of 5 pints per person, making it a powerhouse in St. Paddy's Day drinking. Additionally, Ontario claims 2nd place for holiday spending, with an average of $71 per person lavished on celebrations. The spirit of the Emerald Isle runs deep, with 90% of celebrants committing to donning their finest green attire. Furthermore, with an average likelihood rating of 7 out of 10 for visiting an Irish pub while on holiday, Ontario residents are primed to soak in the festive atmosphere.
Alberta claims the 3rd spot with an impressive score of 78, highlighting its strong St. Patrick’s Day spirit. Manitoba follows in 4th with a solid 70/100, while New Brunswick rounds out the top five with a score of 52, proving that the Irish cheer runs deep across Canada.
In summary, St. Patrick's Day celebrations in both America and Canada are lively and spirited, with vibrant parades, bustling pubs, and more. From coast to coast, communities come together to honor Irish culture and enjoy the festivities. Cheers to St Patrick’s Day!
We conducted a survey among 3,000 Americans and 3,000 Canadians to gather insights into their St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. Subsequently, we segmented the data by country, followed by further division into states, provinces, and territories.
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