St. Patrick’s Day hits every March 17, celebrating Ireland’s patron saint but basically turning into a global excuse to wear green, chase shamrocks, and maybe grab a pint. In the U.S., it really took off in the 1700s with Irish immigrants throwing parades, and by the 1990s and early 2000s it was everywhere—green bagels, river dyeing in Chicago, and every school kid rocking those cheesy “Kiss Me, I’m Irish” pins to avoid getting pinched. It’s the same holiday every year—no version updates—but the vibe has evolved from religious roots to full-on pop culture, fueled by TV specials, novelty gadgets, and limited-edition green tech like translucent Game Boys and iMacs that felt made for the day.