With a pretty sizable Irish-American population in Western Massachusetts, it’s no surprise that a lot of folks can’t wait a whole year between St. Patrick’s Day celebrations.

To that end, we’ve seen an increasing number of “halfway to St. Patrick’s Day” events crop up, and this year is no exception.

So, if you can’t wait until March 17, 2026 to celebrate your Irish pride, here are some events you might want to attend in the coming days.

We start with a “Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day Party” at the Marigold Theater in Easthampton on Sept. 20 at 8 p.m. This event is part of an inaugural citywide Irish Fest. The night will feature two bands: Sláinte, a six-piece folk-rock band known for their upbeat arrangements of classic Irish songs mixed with American rock ‘n’ roll; and The Corner Boys,

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