According to the National Retail Federation’s annual St. Patrick's Day survey, more than 125 million Americans will celebrate the holiday, with the average person spending $36.52.
While Saint Patrick’s Day is most popular among the 18 to 24-year-old crowd, with 70 percent celebrating, the survey finds the biggest spenders are those between 25-34 years old at an average of $42.58.
What people are buying:
- 56.5 percent will buy food or drinks
- 28 percent will buy apparel or accessories
- 23.3 percent will buy decorations
- 17.2 percent will buy candy
What people are doing:
- 82.1 percent will wear green
- 31.3 percent will make a special dinner
- 28.7 will attend a party at a bar or restaurant
- 21.1 percent will attend a private party
- 28.8 percent will decorate homes or offices in an Irish theme
