If you’ll be in London this March, you’ll be seeing the capital city turn green to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, a significant holiday for the Irish people! Celebrated every year on the 17th of March, enjoy your time in the city, buzzing with festivities through a whole week, including the popular St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Trafalgar Square Festival!
Read on to make the most of the vibrant holiday, immerse yourself in Irish culture and experience the lively atmosphere of the capital during St. Patrick’s Day!
What is St. Patrick’s Day?
St. Patrick’s Day is observed in commemoration of the death of St. Patrick, Ireland’s primary patron saint, also widely regarded as the founder of Christianity in Ireland. In recent years, the day has become an emblematic celebration of Irish culture and a global phenomenon, celebrated with huge parades, shamrock greens, cultural performances, and the quintessential pint of Guinness! Experience all of it in London and make your trip memorable with a luxurious stay at the Heeton Concept Hotels, your perfect base to conveniently experience London’s charming culture, festivities, and thrilling attractions!
Be Part of the St. Patrick’s Day Festival
A fantastic opportunity to experience Irish culture in the heart of London, celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in style at Trafalgar Square’s annual festival! With your stay at one of the luxury hotels near Hammersmith, enjoy excellent transportation links to famous London landmarks and the airport as well! Immerse yourself in the rich culture of Ireland with live performances featuring the best of Irish music, dance, and more. Join over 150,000 people who attend the festival each year and take in the carnivalesque atmosphere for a truly unforgettable experience!
Witness the St. Patrick’s Day Parade
The highlight of the Irish-themed celebrations is the St. Patrick’s Day Parade, which takes place in central London, starting at Piccadilly and ending at Trafalgar Square, moments away from Heeton Concept Kensington. During the parade, the route is closed off to normal traffic to make way for Irish-themed floats, traditional dancers, Irish flags, and thousands of people dressed up as leprechauns or wearing green!
Once you reach Trafalgar Square, you’ll be greeted by a large stage set up for a spectacular line-up of performances by well-known Irish bands, up-and-coming musicians, and special guest appearances.
Treat yourself to tantalising street food and pop-up bars around the area where you can enjoy a delectable green Guinness beer. So, plan your day and be part of the iconic celebration!
P.S. Look out for iconic London landmarks such as Piccadilly Circus and Whitehall along the 1.5-mile route.
Experience the Magic of Irish Cinema
Discover the best of Irish cinema with Irish Film London’s three-day festival, easily accessible from your exquisite stay at Luma Hammersmith Hotel! Experience cinema like never before with the latest and greatest Irish animation and cinematic works playing at London’s Regent Street Cinema and Princes Charles Cinema. With a wide range of films from fun shorts to gripping dramas and family-friendly movies, you’re to find something to your liking over the three-day schedule!
Elevate your London holiday experience with boutique hotels in West London and remember to join in on the St Patrick’s Day fun by dressing in green! As Ireland is nicknamed the ’emerald isle’ for its abundant greenery, it’s only fitting to wear this shade and embrace the St. Patrick’s Day festivities in London!
