These Fun St. Patrick's Day Activities Will Bring Irish Cheer to the Whole Family

St. Paddy's Day is finally here! After donning your cutest St. Patrick's Day outfit and breaking out all the green you have, it's time to get the festivities rolling with some fun St. Patrick's Day activities. Luckily, there are so many exciting ideas for the whole family, from lively St. Patrick's Day games to festive traditions, crafts and other activities involving delicious food and drink.

Perhaps you want to get creative with some St. Patrick's Day crafts with the kids, or maybe even embrace Irish culture by learning how to stepdance in your living room. And what would a St. Paddy's celebration be without some green drinks and some traditional Irish food? No matter how you choose to celebrate, these fun activities for kids, adults and the entire family will get everyone in the spirit of the holiday — and best of all, they might just bring you the luck of the Irish!

If there's one thing that's a must-do on St. Paddy's, it's drinking green beer! Whether you favor Guinness or something else, indulge in a pint this March 17 — and make sure to do an Irish toast for some extra luck.

For an extra-fun activity with the whole family, set up a scavenger hunt around the house with clues that lead to some delicious treats (like chocolate coins). Who knows — you might just find a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow!

Wearing green is a must on St. Paddy's Day, obviously, but why not take it to the next level? Break out those leprechaun hats and make it a friendly contest to see who has the most festive outfit.

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If you truly want the luck of the Irish, there's nothing luckier than reciting an Irish blessing out loud. Better yet, you can even dive into a book of Irish poems for some words of wisdom.

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Even though St. Paddy's Day falls on a Wednesday this year, it doesn't mean you can't kick off the holiday with a festive family brunch at home. Make sure to prepare some delicious treats — and don't forget the festive party decorations, of course.

Why not start an annual St. Paddy's Day tradition of planting shamrocks in your backyard, or growing them as house plants? Not only are these clovers perfectly festive for the holiday, they also last longer than a sack of green candy.

What would St. Paddy's Day be without some classic soda bread on the table? A traditional Irish specialty, this yummy treat will add a festive flair to every St. Patrick's Day celebration.

Get into the spirit by spending the day making these kid-friendly crafts. When your little ones are happy with their shamrock wands, they can move on and make their own shamrock pins!

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There's always time to play a St. Patrick's Day-themed game. Try your luck at shamrock bingo, a rainbow coin toss or even "pin the clover on the leprechaun." Don't forget to prepare some prizes!

Get your family together for a fun and cozy movie night featuring some of the best Irish movies to watch on St. Paddy's Day. (Green matcha popcorn is a must, obviously.)

Beer isn't the only thing that can be green for St. Paddy's Day! You can make some delicious (and kid-friendly) drinks that are just as festive, like green limeade or a healthy green smoothie.

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Though many in-person St. Patrick's Day festivities are canceled this year due to the coronavirus pandemic, you can still have fun by finding a virtual parade to watch with the whole family!

It's time to take out your food coloring to turn your favorite desserts into something festive. Or, if you want to try something new, why not try out some traditional Irish treats like Irish apple cake?

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St. Patrick's Day has a history dating back more than two centuries. With this rich background, there's a lot to learn about the holiday. Take the day to teach your kids about Irish culture by visiting a museum or reading up on Irish literature.

March is still chilly, so warm up with a classic Irish stew. You can even make some in a slow-cooker, so you can go about celebrating before sitting down for perfectly-cooked meal.

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Another great way to immerse yourself in Irish culture — and try something new — is to learn some Irish dancing. Try out the jig or the traditional stepdance by watching an online video or attending a virtual class!

Enrich your lives by exposing yourself to the Irish culture through music. Listen to classics or modern hits, and if you become stuck, Spotify has you covered.

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