May Day in Ireland ― Date, History, and Details

May Day in Ireland

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History of May Day in Ireland and How to Celebrate/ Observe It

May Day is a public holiday in Ireland that falls on the first Monday in May. It is also known as Labour Day and is a day to celebrate workers and their rights. On May Day, there are usually parades and marches by trade unions and political parties. There may also be speeches, music, and street theatre.