The Principality embraced the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day with lively celebrations, from Irish music and dancing at the Princess Grace Irish Library to festive gatherings over pints of Guinness at the Trinity Irish Pub.
Monaco paid tribute to its historic ties with Ireland on St. Patrick’s Day, with the Palais Princier de Monaco, the Musée Océanographique de Monaco and the Conseil National all illuminated in green on the eve on Monday 17th March. The colour, synonymous with Ireland, also represents health, renewal and hope.
The celebrations extended beyond the emerald lighting, with the Princess Grace Irish Library hosting a special lunchtime concert in honour of the occasion. Monaco Life attended as Irish traditional band Dubh Linn set the tone with their lively melodies and intricate harmonies, transporting guests into the heart of an Irish céilí. The performance was accompanied by award-winning dancer Cara Flannagan Walsh, whose footwork and captivating energy brought the spirit of Irish dancing to Monaco.
Adding a literary touch to the event was Conal Creedon, the renowned Irish writer and playwright, who is currently the writer-in-residence at the Princess Grace Irish Library. He gave readings from his works, further immersing the audience in the richness of Irish storytelling. Following the performances, attendees gathered in the library to savour Irish coffee and other traditional drinks, mingling in a truly convivial atmosphere.
Later in the evening, the celebrations carried on at the Trinity Irish Pub, where Guinness flowed freely and festive cheer filled the air, rounding off Monaco’s tribute to the Emerald Isle in true Irish fashion.
Check out Monaco Life’s reel of the St. Patrick’s Day celebrations below:
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Main photo credit: Michaël Alesi / Palais Princier de Monaco