While not a federal or state holiday in Michigan, many cities hold parades and events to celebrate Irish heritage. St. Patrick's Day is less than a week away and Michigan's cities are preparing to share their Irish heritage in shades of green and gold as they celebrate.

New York City goes all out for St. Patrick's Day, celebrating the Emerald Isle with parades, pubs, pints, and performances throughout March. With deep Irish roots, the city's Irish community has played a vital role in shaping its identity,

Over the years, St Patrick’s Day has become synonymous with parades, shamrocks, and drinking, but for a long time it was a solemn religious holiday - and the sale of alcohol was banned