Today, Monday, March 17, 2025, from 6 PM, the port district will come alive with a grand St. Patrick’s Day celebration. The festivities will take place in Rue Bonaparte and Place du Pin, transforming these areas into a vibrant hub of Irish culture and tradition.
The event, free and open to all, will offer an immersive experience in the festive atmosphere of St. Patrick’s Day, featuring a rich program of entertainment:
St. Patrick’s Day, celebrated on March 17, honors Ireland’s patron saint, St. Patrick, who spread Christianity across the island in the 5th century AD. Today, the event is marked worldwide with parades, music, and festivities.
St. Patrick’s Day is also a perfect occasion to enjoy some of Ireland’s culinary specialties. Among the most popular beverages are the famous Guinness, the dark beer brewed in Dublin, and cider, made from fermented apples or pears.
Typical Irish dishes for the occasion include:
The city of Cannes is also joining the celebrations with a series of events at Allées de la Liberté – Charles de Gaulle, in front of the statue fountain of Lord Brougham.
Planned events include:
An unmissable opportunity to dive into the festive spirit of St. Patrick’s Day and discover the richness of Irish culture!