Attention all Corona residents: prepare for an invasion of green! St. Patrick’s Day 2025 is set to turn our city into a veritable Emerald Isle on March 17th. Whether you’re Irish by blood or just Irish for the day, we’ve got the ultimate guide to help you celebrate in style. So, grab your four-leaf clovers and let’s get this party started!

The Lowdown on St. Paddy’s Day

Before we dive into the festivities, let’s brush up on our St. Patrick’s Day knowledge. This holiday celebrates the life of Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. Legend has it that he used a shamrock to explain the Holy Trinity, which is why we see these little green leaves everywhere on March 17th.

Fun fact: St. Patrick wasn’t even Irish! He was born in Roman Britain and was kidnapped at 16 to be a slave in Ireland. Talk about a plot twist!

Corona Goes Green (Not Just the Grass)

Corona’s getting ready to paint the town green, and we’re not just talking about lawns here. The Shops at Dos Lagos are hosting a St. Patrick’s Day bash that’ll knock your green socks off. From 4 PM to 7 PM on Sunday, March 17th, 2025, you can expect:

• Face painting (leprechaun beards, anyone?)
• Balloon art (crossing fingers for shamrock-shaped balloons)
• Kid’s crafts, games, and prizes (because who doesn’t love a potato sack race?)
• Music and vendors (time to jig!)

Eat, Drink, and Be Irish-ish

What’s St. Patrick’s Day without some good grub and green beer? Corona’s got you covered:

Polly’s Pies Goes Green

Polly’s Pies in Norco is serving up some St. Paddy’s specials to make your taste buds do an Irish jig. Their menu includes:

• Green pancakes (don’t worry, they’re food-coloring green, not mold green)
• Corned beef hash (because it’s not St. Patrick’s Day without corned beef)
• Shamrock shakes (minty fresh and oh-so-green)

Corona Elks Lodge: Party Central

On Friday, March 14th, 2025, the Corona Elks Lodge #2045 is throwing a pre-St. Patrick’s Day bash. Expect:

• A hearty Irish dinner (fingers crossed for shepherd’s pie)
• DJ spinning Irish tunes (get ready to River Dance)
• Party games (pin the beard on the leprechaun, anyone?)

Eco-Friendly St. Patrick’s Day? It’s Not Just a Bunch of Blarney!

Let’s keep Corona green long after March 17th. Here are some eco-friendly ways to celebrate:

• Use natural food coloring for your green treats (beetroot juice + turmeric = green magic)
• Opt for reusable decorations (say no to plastic shamrocks)
• Walk to your local pub crawl (save gas and avoid a DUI – win-win!)

St. Patrick’s Day Parade: Corona Style

Word on the street is that Corona might be planning its first-ever St. Patrick’s Day parade for 2025. While it’s not official yet, we’re crossing our fingers (and toes) that it happens. Imagine Main Street lined with floats, marching bands, and more green than you can shake a shillelagh at!

DIY St. Patrick’s Day: Corona Edition

Can’t make it to the events? No worries! Here are some Corona-inspired St. Patrick’s Day ideas:

• Have a Corona beer with green food coloring (sacrilege to some, delicious to others)
• Host a “greenest outfit” contest on Zoom with your Corona buddies
• Take a hike in the Santa Ana Mountains and search for four-leaf clovers (hey, you never know!)

St. Patrick’s Day Shopping Spree

Need some last-minute green gear? Check out these Corona spots:

• The Corona Mall (rumor has it they’re having a “green” sale)
• Party City on McKinley Street (for all your shamrock needs)
• Local thrift stores (one person’s old green sweater is another’s St. Patrick’s Day treasure)

So there you have it, Corona! Your guide to St. Patrick’s Day 2025. There’s something for everyone, whether you’re Irish, Irish-ish, or just in it for the green beer. Remember to celebrate responsibly, tip your bartenders well, and may the luck of the Irish be with you!

Sources: mygreenmattress.com, thepioneerwoman.com, thecoronaliving.com, allevents.in
Header Image Source: Sophie Popplewell on Unsplash