st patricks day

Butte, Montana has a rich history of immigrants, which has resulted in the small Montana city being one of the most Irish in America.

Montana has a rich Irish heritage. So it shouldn't come as a surprise that one of the best Irish Pubs in America is in Montana.

From country music to Ecstatic Dance, the Bozeman area is packed with live music this weekend. Let the luck of the Irish lead you to your favorite kind of band, since just about all of them are playing.

As someone with Irish roots, I take St. Patrick's Day very seriously.  The truth is, I've always loved the allure of the Irish.  The country, the people, the accent, the humor, the music, the food...all have such a rich history. Heck, I even like Irish Spring Soap. Altho...

An Army Ranger friend of mine and his wife were out at the Helsinki in Butte for the big celebrations that always start the night before St. Patrick's Day and they sent me a note saying, "Butte is back! Fantastic to see all these people out."

Father Haffey: "Simply a reminder to trust in God more and to live our lives more as we think the Lord wants us to live it. The message is one of remembering the faith of the people who were our ancestors from Ireland and brought a great spirit of faith and joy and hospitality and kindness to our country."

St. Patrick's Day is a big deal here in Montana as many Montanans will be celebrating. However, does Montana have a favorite Irish food? Turns out, we do.

Is Butte still out of Jameson ahead of St. Patrick's Day? If so, no big deal. "But if there is a shortage on Bud Light or Copenhagen, we’re in trouble…

Will we see you in Butte on St. Patrick's Day? I'll be there for a live radio show and the parade. Historic uptown Butte is always an incredible backdrop for a parade- let alone on St. Patrick's Day.

Montana's history is veined with so much Irish tradition and history. In addition to Butte being called "the most Irish town in America", Montana ranks in the top 10 of states with the highest percentage of Irish heritage (14%).