How many days until St Patrick's Day in Ireland?
There are 135 days until St Patrick's Day 2027 in Ireland — Wednesday, March 17, 2027.
About this countdown
This countdown targets St Patrick's Day on Wednesday, March 17, 2027, set by the rule: March 17. It runs on your device's clock and counts to midnight at the start of the day.
St Patrick's Day is a public holiday, so the date matters for more than the celebration — government offices close and many employers follow suit. St Patrick's Day, March 17, is a public holiday in the Republic of Ireland. Unlike in the United States, where it is only an observance, banks, schools and government offices close and most worekrs get a paid day off.
Milestones on the way
If you like counting in round numbers rather than watching every second, these are the dates the countdown passes on its way to St Patrick's Day:
- 100 days to go — Monday, December 7, 2026 (a good moment to start planning anything that needs booking)
- 50 days to go — Tuesday, January 26, 2027
- 30 days to go — Monday, February 15, 2027 (one month out)
- 14 days to go — Wednesday, March 3, 2027
- 7 days to go — Wednesday, March 10, 2027 (one week out)
- 1 day to go — Tuesday, March 16, 2027
St Patrick's Day dates by year
| Year | Date | Day | Days from today |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | March 17, 2026 | Tuesday | 230 days ago |
| 2027 | March 17, 2027 | Wednesday | 135 days |
Dates computed from the governing statutes and last verified October 3, 2026. Years beyond officially published schedules are projected from the rule that sets the date.
Coming up after St Patrick's Day
- Mar 29 Days until Easter Monday 147 days away
- May 3 Days until May Day (May Bank Holiday) 182 days away
- Jun 7 Days until June Bank Holiday 217 days away
- Aug 2 Days until August Bank Holiday 273 days away
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Frequently asked questions
How many days until St Patrick's Day?
There are 135 days until St Patrick's Day, which falls on Wednesday, March 17, 2027. The countdown on this page updates every second.
How many weekends are left before St Patrick's Day?
There are 19 weekends between now and St Patrick's Day on March 17 — useful to know if you are planning shopping trips or preparations.
Is St Patrick's Day a day off?
St Patrick's Day is a public holiday, so government offices close. Private employers set their own policy.