Check out these free and fun St. Patrick’s Day activities for kids of every age, featuring leprechauns, rainbows, shamrocks, and 4-leaf clovers!

We’re sharing the best DIY St. Patrick’s Day ideas for kids to enjoy at home, daycare, preschool, kindergarten, and beyond.
Find educational activities, science experiments, leprechaun traps and more, all with festive themes like rainbow, pot of gold, 4-leaf clover, and shamrock.
Use these free printables and guides to create the best Saint Patrick’s Day experiences for your kids!
Fun St. Patrick’s Day Activities for Kids
More St. Patrick’s Day fun for Families
Here are some additional St. Patrick’s Day activity ideas for kids and families we know you’ll love!
- Green-Themed Cooking: Bake green cookies, cupcakes, or prepare Irish dishes like soda bread.
- Storytime: Read Irish folktales or books about St. Patrick’s Day.
- Parade Fun: Attend a local St. Patrick’s Day parade or create your own mini parade at home.
- Face Painting: Paint shamrocks, rainbows, or Irish flags on each other.
- Music and Dancing: Listen to Irish music and learn simple Irish dance steps.
- Green Dress-Up: Have everyone dress in green and take family photos.
- Movie Night: Watch family-friendly movies with Irish themes or magical adventures.
- Learn Irish Words: Teach kids a few Irish Gaelic phrases for fun.
Looking for St. Patrick’s Day food ideas? Try these festive favorites from Ashcroft Family Table!
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Your Turn
What did you think of these St. Patrick’s Day activities for kids? Are there any ideas you think we should add?
Let us know in the comments!