The spread of St. Patrick's Day celebrations in the U.S. was a way for Irish immigrant communities, who in the 19th century faced discrimination and opposition, to stake that ground, he says: “It’s a kind of immigrant Irish way of combating nativist antagonism against them.”

Read about why green is associated with St. Patrick's Day and how corned beef and cabbage was popularized in the U.S.

Members of the Golden Regiment Marching Band and Wildcat Jazz Ensemble are slated to perform at the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. The route begins at noon in Parnell Square north of the city, moving southward. The grandstand is located on O’Connell Street, Dublin’s main thoroughfare and the ceremonial centre of the Parade route.