1. St. Patrick's Day in Hawaii has a unique twist: In addition to being celebrated as a popular holiday among Irish Americans, it also honors the patron saint of the Pacific Island of Kiribati.

2. Irish immigrants played a significant role in Hawaii's history, particularly in the sugar cane industry, where they made up a large portion of the workforce.

3. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, St. Patrick's Day parades in Honolulu were a major social event, attracting thousands of residents and visitors.

4. The first St. Patrick's Day parade on the island of Maui was held in 1951, and has since become an annual tradition, featuring marching bands, floats, and performances by hula and Irish dancers.

5. Hawaii's only Irish pub, O'Toole's Celtic Room, has been a popular St. Patrick's Day destination since its opening in 1966, serving up traditional Irish fare and hosting live music and entertainment.