How Many Days Until St. Patrick's Day?
That's 23 weeks and 5 days
There are 166 days until St. Patrick's Day on Wednesday, March 17, 2027. That is 23 weeks and 5 days — roughly 5.5 months, or 3,984 hours.
Counted from today (not including today). This page updates automatically — last rebuilt October 2, 2026.
St. Patrick's Day is celebrated every year on March 17. See the March 17th countdown for facts and history about the date itself.
St. Patrick's Day Dates for the Next 6 Years
| Year | Date | Day of the week |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 | March 17, 2027 | Wednesday |
| 2028 | March 17, 2028 | Friday |
| 2029 | March 17, 2029 | Saturday |
| 2030 | March 17, 2030 | Sunday |
| 2031 | March 17, 2031 | Monday |
| 2032 | March 17, 2032 | Wednesday |
About St. Patrick's Day
St. Patrick's Day, March 17, is the feast day of Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. It is a public holiday in Ireland and Northern Ireland, and a worldwide celebration of Irish culture with parades, green clothing, and music.
Interesting Facts About St. Patrick's Day
March 17 is traditionally held to be the date of Saint Patrick's death in the 5th century.
Chicago has dyed the Chicago River green for St. Patrick's Day since 1962.
New York City's St. Patrick's Day parade dates back to 1762, making it one of the oldest parades in the United States.
Legend says Saint Patrick used the three-leaf shamrock to explain the Holy Trinity.
When March 17 falls during Holy Week, the Catholic Church moves the feast day, though civic celebrations usually stay on the 17th.
How People Celebrate St. Patrick's Day
Wearing green to avoid getting pinched
Watching or marching in a St. Patrick's Day parade
Eating corned beef and cabbage or Irish soda bread
Listening to Irish music and dancing
Lighting up landmarks in green for the Global Greening
Frequently Asked Questions
How many days until St. Patrick's Day 2027?
As of October 2, 2026, there are 166 days until St. Patrick's Day on Wednesday, March 17, 2027 — that's 23 weeks and 5 days. The countdown at the top of this page updates live.
When is St. Patrick's Day 2027?
St. Patrick's Day 2027 is on Wednesday, March 17, 2027.
When is St. Patrick's Day 2028?
St. Patrick's Day 2028 is on Friday, March 17, 2028.
How is the date of St. Patrick's Day determined?
St. Patrick's Day is celebrated every year on March 17, so the date stays the same but the day of the week changes from year to year.