St. Patrick's Day celebrations in the USA were in full swing with parades and festivities across the country. One of the highlights was the Savannah, Georgia parade, celebrating its bicentennial, tracing back to 1824 when a few Irish immigrants started the tradition. Today, it's one of the South's biggest events, with almost 18,000 hotel rooms booked in the area for the weekend.
In New York City, the St. Patrick’s Day Parade, dating back to 1762, drew crowds from all over. Megan Stransky from Houston saw it as a chance to connect with her Irish heritage, describing it as unlike any other parade she had ever seen, with bagpipers, bands, and a sense of tradition that resonated with her deeply.
The parade in Manhattan honored Irish-born Maggie Timoney, the CEO of Heineken USA, the first female CEO of a major U.S. beer company. The recognition of Timoney's achievement was part of a broader celebration of Irish-American connections, including Irish actor Cillian Murphy's recent Oscar win.
In Chicago, the tradition of dyeing the Chicago River green drew thousands of spectators, including Katie and Ryan Fox, who were thrilled to witness the spectacle up close. For Ryan, it was a "bucket list" moment, noting that Chicago's celebration was unmatched.
San Francisco hosted its own St. Patrick's Day parade, where people wearing green T-shirts and feather boas enjoyed a vibrant display of music, dance, and food, emphasizing unity among different cultural groups.
In Oklahoma City, the Stockyard City parade featured longhorn cattle, clowns, and even a man dressed as St. Patrick himself. The grand marshal, Anita Swift, granddaughter of the legendary John Wayne, led the procession through the city streets.
Overall, St. Patrick's Day in the USA was a colorful celebration of Irish heritage, bringing communities together in joyous revelry and cultural pride.
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