Get Your Leprechaun On!

St. Patrick's Day is a zany and energetic holiday that's perfect for you and your family to unleash your inner leprechauns! With its iconic green hues and playful lore of the little mischievous creatures, there are plenty of opportunities to get creative and spend quality time together. So, don your greenest garb and jig on down to these six fun and engaging St. Paddy's Day activities that you can relish in with your kids:

Leprechaun Traps!

Leprechauns are sneaky little folk from Irish mythology, and if you catch one, legend has it they'll lead you to their pot of gold! Children can create their own clever traps using everyday items such as cardboard boxes, construction paper, and glitter. Punch up the excitement by sneakily setting off the trap and leaving a chocolate gold coin behind ;)

Lucky Green Scavenger Hunt!

Scavenger hunts are a fantastic way to get the kiddos up and moving. For a St. Patrick's Day twist, hide green items around the house or garden, like green sweets or hats, and have the kids hunt them down using clues or a treasure map. It's like a lucky game of hide-and-seek!

Shamrock Decoration Time!

Shamrocks are a classic symbol of Ireland and St. Paddy's Day. Kids can fashion paper shamrocks or paint them green to produce shamrock art on paper. They can even decorate rocks with shamrocks and leave them in a park or garden for others to find. Share the green cheer wherever you roam!

Whip Up Some Irish Soda Bread!

Irish soda bread is a traditional Irish nosh that's easy to make and delicious to eat. Parents and kids can knead flour, buttermilk, baking soda, and salt to create a fresh loaf of bread to relish with butter or jam. It's a scrummy way to celebrate Irish culture and history. Here’s our favorite recipe!

Pin the Hat on the Leprechaun!

This is a fun St. Paddy's Day twist on the classic party game of Pin the Tail on the Donkey. Parents can draw or print out a picture of a leprechaun, and children can take turns trying to pin a green hat on the leprechaun's head while blindfolded. It's a goofy game that's sure to unleash the chuckles and maybe even a few blarney stones!

Irish Music Dance Party!

Blast some bouncy Irish tunes and have a dance party with the whole fam! Kids can craft their own verdant headbands or wristbands to wear during the bash, and parents can teach them traditional Irish dance steps like the jig or reel. It's a playful way to get active and celebrate the luck of the Irish!

These St. Patrick's Day activities are a blast and a half for you and your family to revel in the holiday and create some unforgettable memories. Whether you're snaring leprechauns, making bread, or dancing up a storm, these activities are bound to create a lasting impression on all. So, have a sham-rockin' good time, and may the luck of the Irish be with you!