The White House Celebrates St. Patrick’s Day 2024

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U.S. President Joe Biden speaks during a Saint Patrick’s Day event in the East Room at the White House on March 17, 2024 in Washington, DC. President Biden is hosting a brunch with Catholic leaders celebrating Saint Patrick’s Day which marks the death of Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland.

The North Lawn Fountain Is Dyed Green

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The fountain on the North Lawn of the White House is dyed green for Saint Patrick’s Day on March 17, 2024 in Washington, DC. The President is celebrating Saint Patrick’s Day which marks the death of Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland.

President Biden Stands At The Podium

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President Joe Biden speaks during a Saint Patrick’s Day event in the East Room at the White House flanked by the flags of the United States & Ireland.

President Biden Smiles For The Guests

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President Biden is hosting a brunch with Catholic leaders celebrating Saint Patrick’s Day which marks the death of Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland.

President Biden Adorned In Clovers

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The three leaves of a shamrock are also said to stand for faith, hope and love. The fourth leaf is said to represent good luck.

President Biden Greets The Guests

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President Joe Biden walks into the East Room for a Saint Patrick’s Day event at the White House on March 17, 2024 in Washington, DC.

President Biden Thanks Cardinal Christoph Pierre

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President Joe Biden thanks Cardinal Christophe Pierre. Pierre is a French born cardinal who has been serving as the apostolic nuncio (ambassador) to the United States since 2016.

President Biden Points & Smiles

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The East Room was full of smiles as President Biden addressed the crowd. President Biden also hosted the Prime Minister of Ireland this week.

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