Behind the shamrocks and gold-tipped rainbows, Ireland is packed with surprises—both in its history and in the ways it has shaped culture far beyond its shores.

“The dancing here, as far as culture is concerned, Savannah is like the perfect place to match Ireland," said Wood.

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — It's St. Patrick's Day! A day when everyone wears green, throws big parades and celebrates everything Irish. But did you know that Knoxville has a pretty rich Irish history? WBIR spoke with Knoxville historian Jack Neely on Irish heritage.

Ahead of St. Patrick's Day on March 17, 2026, here's a look at how Irish history shaped the Delmarva Peninsula and towns such as Ocean City, Maryland.

Tucked away in the heart of downtown Phoenix behind a plain gray fence is a building with stone walls and bistro lighting that reflects a scene out of 15th century Ireland, a place where people stop to gather and laughter from generations fills the air.

Three Eastern Washington venues will get their Taste of Ireland this spring when "A Taste of Ireland — The Irish Music and Dance Sensation" comes to Yakima, Spokane and

St. Patrick’s Day is a time to recognize and celebrate Irish history and culture. But in Butte, a city with a long history of Irish heritage, the March holiday also means coming together as a community — even if one is not of Irish descent — through festivities,