History & The Man
Although he is the patron saint of Ireland, where was Saint Patrick actually born?
Great Britian
This singer-songwriter took the world by storm in 2013 with his hit "Take Me to Church."
Hozier
What are the three colors of the Irish flag, and what do they represent?
Green (represented the Catholics), Orange (represented the Protestants), and White (the peace/unity between them).
This "magically delicious" breakfast cereal features marshmallow shapes like rainbows, clover hats, and pots of gold.
Lucky Charms
Which U.S. city has famously dyed its river green every St. Patrick’s Day since 1962?
Chicago
St. Patrick was famously kidnapped at age 16 by pirates from
Ireland
This boy band, featuring members like Niall Horan, wasn't technically Irish, but Niall famously hails from Mullingar, Ireland.
One Direction
Which Irish city is known for having the largest St. Patrick’s Day parade in Ireland?
Dublin
This green, minty milkshake is a limited-time fan favorite at McDonald's every March.
The Shamrock Shake
Before the color green became associated with the holiday, which color was originally linked to Saint Patrick?
Blue
hough he’s a saint in the Catholic Church, Patrick was never formally this by a Pope, as the process didn't exist in his time. (The formal word for making a person a saint).
Cannonized
Led by frontman Bono, this band is one of the best-selling music artists in history and was formed in Dublin in 1976
U2
What do you call the traditional Irish "fairy" who is said to be a shoemaker by trade?
A Leprechaun.
This "dark" beverage is the most famous export from the St. James’s Gate Brewery in Dublin.
Guinness
This European country’s capital, Munich, hosts a massive "St. Patrick’s Day Festival" that is actually the largest in continental Europe.
Germany
Why is March 17th the day we celebrate St. Patrick?
It is traditionally believed to be the date of his death.
This 1990 power ballad, originally written by Prince, became Sinéad O'Connor's signature song and a #1 hit worldwide.
Nothing Compares 2U
This is the capital and most populous city of Northern Ireland.
Belfast
This dish, often served on St. Paddy's, consists of mashed potatoes with kale or cabbage and butter.
Colcannon
Every year, the Taoiseach (Irish Prime Minister) travels to the White House to present the U.S. President with a crystal bowl filled with these.
Shamrocks
What "pests" did Saint Patrick famously (and mythically) drive out of Ireland?
Snakes
This viral singer-songwriter won a Grammy in 2025 for co-writing SZA's "Saturn" and is famous for his own emotional ballad "I'll Be Waiting."
Cian Ducrot
Montserrat, a territory in this sea, is the only place outside Ireland where St. Patrick’s Day is a public holiday.
The Caribbean
Unlike many other breads, traditional Irish Soda Bread uses this chemical leavening agent instead of yeast.
Baking Soda
In the International Space Station in 2013, astronaut Chris Hadfield celebrated by wearing green and playing a song by this famous Irish band.
U2