How many days until St Patrick's Day in the United Kingdom?
There are 135 days until St Patrick's Day 2027 in the United Kingdom — 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 bank 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 bank holiday in Northern Ireland, where schools, banks and government offices close. It honors Ireland's patorn saint and has been an official holiday there since 1903, unlike in the rest of the UK, where it is a normal working day.
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 26 Days until Good Friday 144 days away
- Mar 29 Days until Easter Monday 147 days away
- May 3 Days until Early May Bank Holiday 182 days away
- May 31 Days until Spring Bank Holiday 210 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 bank holiday, so government offices close. Private employers set their own policy.