Where to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in France?

St. Patrick's Day is exactly one week away. Some of you may have never heard of this holiday; if that's the case, your Airbnb concierge is here to shed some light on this Irish celebration, which has seen a real resurgence in recent years. Your Airbnb concierge will explain how to celebrate St. Patrick's Day properly, even if you're staying in France.

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St. Patrick's Day: What is it?

‍St. Patrick's Day? Well, it's that holiday where everyone dresses in green and holds a beer! Watch out, that's a huge cliché! St. Patrick's Day is, first and foremost, a Christian religious holiday, as you might suspect. Later on, popular culture adopted the holiday and brought it to the masses.

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Several different theories exist to explain the origins of this celebration as we know it today. Some people tend to think that it was Irish expats in the USA who, out of a surge of patriotism and homesickness, decided to gather for this holiday... But we aren't going to incur the wrath of the Irish and start a real controversy!

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Good reasons to celebrate St. Patrick's Day:

‍Ah, the Irish... everyone remembers the Irish fans during the 2016 European Cup: the good-natured atmosphere they brought to the stadiums, the streets, the bars... One thing is for sure: the Irish know how to have fun! The ideal would be to go to Ireland to soak up the atmosphere and festivities related to St. Patrick's Day, but we guarantee an unforgettable experience even if you stay in France.

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Are you afraid of ending up in an Irish pub with only French people? You're wrong! Many expats will gather in pubs to celebrate this iconic holiday. Visiting Ireland for St. Patrick's Day? We recommend visiting this beautiful country at another time because the streets will be packed, and you won't be able to fully enjoy it. Plus, ticket prices tend to skyrocket during this popular period. Stay in France during this time; you'll be able to enjoy this popular holiday for less. And besides, ladies, it might be the perfect opportunity to meet a handsome Irishman <3

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Where to celebrate St. Patrick's Day?

‍If you live in Paris, the place to be is obviously the Irish Cultural Center! Located in the 5th arrondissement, this venue aims to promote Irish culture in France. St. Patrick's Day requires it, so this place will dedicate an entire week to the Irish patron saint. Workshops, music concerts, face painting activities... take a look at the program. Of course, your Airbnb concierge strongly advises you to head to an Irish pub to enjoy some good Irish drinks: Guinness, whiskey, Irish Coffee... Please note that alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health!

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Many Irish pubs have made their home in France, so there is bound to be one near you. Are you in Marseille? The O’Brady’s Irish Pub is the perfect spot! In Lyon, your Airbnb concierge recommends heading to Kelly’s Pub: guaranteed fun. If you're passing through Paris, go to Connoly’s Corner in the heart of the Latin Quarter. You might decide to travel for this festive weekend; take a look at our Club Welkeys! You'll find sublime properties in all the major cities.