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St Patrick’s Day - Best Lively Irish Songs & Irish Dance Tunes 4 A St Patrick’s Night Party



Posted: Tuesday, March 09, 2010

by Kacycarr
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St Patrick's Day

There is no place in the world can compete with the City of Dublin on Paddy's night in regards to marking the event, and making it known that it's a day for fun and dance. March 17th is strictly an Irish occasion dedicated to the patron Saint of Ireland, Patrick, so therefore the Irish go to great extremes and pull out all the stops with no holds barred to make this annual event a happy fun and exciting day.

Those without Irish blood will never really know how to Hooley like Paddy himself. So if you're to celebrate St Patrick's night like there was no tomorrow then it has to be done on the streets of Dublin and nowhere else. Don't argue about location because its fact say's this Irish colleen.

Dubliners are never short of an excuse for a party, and why not when parties are fun and filled with merry people, regardless of their accent. March 17th is party time in Ireland for every Irish man and woman, whether he/she comes from the town or from the mountains. If I didn't know better I think the sheep, cows, chickens and pigs secretly party to on the night. Why do I think this, I don't know to be honest, but can anyone argue or prove that they don't.

Being a paddy I must say I'm quite proud of the above sayings which I have just made up myself. Who said us Paddy's were thick, everyone knows cattle and other livestock are "party animals."

St Patrick's Day Celebrations

The city of Dublin come this night comes alive, and an all-out celebration (Hooley) of St Patrick, Ireland's patron saint is in full swing. There's no stopping the Irish when they take to the floor to do a hornpipe, or when they strut their butt to more up date Irish music, or rap, yes you heard right, rap. The Irish knows there's more to listening to tunes played on a tin whistle or singing folklore songs I'll have you know. In fact Dublin is one of the most vibrant rocking cities for dance in the world.

St Patrick is known for bringing Christianity to Ireland in the fifth century. Myth has it he also removed the island nation of its snake population. Whatever the truth is it's insignificant to most people who want to party. Most revellers who tap their feet and guzzle down Guinness, or sing their heads off, only know they do this to commemorate some great guy - other from that most don't have a clue what they are celebrating and why.

St Patrick's Day/Night is a fabulous time to visit the capital of Ireland (Dublin)

What to expect on the streets of Dublin. Be prepared because Paddy and Mick don't do things in half. You can expect to see every nook and cranny mobbed with green-clad party goers in changing degrees of inebriation, descending on the city for its yearly festival of culture, ceili. and craic. Entertainment is ongoing from morning to night in some parts. Scattered around the city you will see dancers, as well as fairground rides and fireworks display. If you like a pint of the black stuff (Guinness) then pop into the Temple Bar.

The labyrinth of cobbled walkways beside the south bank of the Liffey is what one would describe a wolf in sheep's clothing. Sedate in the early hours and then action packed by nightfall. During the day you can spend time shopping in the busy markets to stock up on Irish memorabilia and get kitted out for the Paddy's Day parade and evening celebrations

You'll frequently see excited pub crowds spill out, or fall out if you're Paddy, from the Irish boozers on to the pavements to mingle with the buskers, dancers, street performers, or to watch the parades.

If you want to be part of the St Patrick's celebrations but prefer it low key then stay close to the Liffey where the atmosphere is less lively and more serene. Take in some of Dublin's fabulous picturesque views from one of the river's handsome bridges. The best panoramic views of Dublin can be seen from the seventh-floor Gravity Bar, where you get to pull your own pint of Guinness if you like. Go north of O'Connell Bridge if you enjoy sightseeing where you will find a number of ponderous statues on one of Dublin's famous thoroughfares.

Are you not of Irish descent but want a little bit of Irish on the night, no problem, just pick up some shamrock and wear green, and keep your mouth shut if you're without Irish brogue. No one will be able to tell you have no Irish roots. Shamrock is a tiny three-leafed plant and the national emblem of Ireland.

Not to worry if you can't be in Dublin on St Patrick's night simply bring Ireland to you so you don't miss out.

St Patrick's Day Idea

Plan your own Irish ceili. All you need is traditional Irish music and feet like Michael Flatley. Don't worry if you can't dance because after a few beers everyone has feet like Mikey from Riverdance. There are plenty of live Irish bands around that you can book to play at your party. Choosing the proper Irish music to play will have your guests struggle to resist jigging and reeling with the best of them.

Best Irish Party Songs to Play

With My Shillelagh Under My Arm

Best Irish song of all with true meaning

If you're Irish come into the parlour
There's a welcome there for you
If your name is Timothy or Pat
So long as you come from Ireland
There's a welcome on the mat
If you come from the Mountains of Mourne
Or Killarney's lakes so blue
We'll sing you a song and we'll make a fuss

WHOEVER YOU ARE YOU ARE ONE OF US

If you're Irish, this is the place for you

Great Funny Irish Jokes and Gags For a St Patrick's Night Party
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