No, not Ireland.  Over 33 million Americans celebrate St. Patrick’s Day annually here in the United States. That’s more than the entire population of the Emerald Isle.  But…

Which city has the best St. Patty’s Day celebrations?

Glad you asked.

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WalletHub commissioned a survey based on 17 key metrics to determine where they would recommend spending March 17th.

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Having attended dozens of parades in Cleveland, I would have certainly guessed it would have been in the top 10. But – horrors – it wasn’t there.  In fact, it ranked 22nd nationwide, below Ohio’s southern city Cincinnati (#15); but, at least above our capital, Columbus (#34).

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Top three cities, according to WalletHub were:  #1 Boston, #2 Buffalo and #3 Omaha.   You’ve got to be kidding!!! Omaha???

Read the whole list here and see where your city ranks:  https://wallethub.com/edu/best-worst-cities-for-st-patricks-day-celebrations/19603/

 

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