Happy St Patrick’s Day! Looking for some fun ideas to get you and the kids into the green spirit? These 5 fun St Patrick’s Day activities for kids are simple, low-cost, and easy to enjoy together as a family.
From learning about the saint the day is named after to making green coloured slime, here are five ways to fill the day with fun.
5 Fun St Patrick’s Day Activities For Kids
#1. Learn About St Patrick
Why not learn a bit more about Saint Patrick and his story? Take a peek at this short film about St Patrick, part of a series based on children retelling classic stories in their own words:
#2. Get Crafty
We have lots of ideas for getting into the festive mood in our roundup of fun St Patrick’s Day crafts kids will love. Choose from shamrock suncatchers, wooden spoon leprechauns or growing-hair leprechauns — there are plenty more too, sure to keep them amused for hours.
#3. Enjoy Some Irish Music
Music is a great way to bring the day to life for younger children. Put on some Irish tunes, have a singalong, or enjoy a favourite family rendition of a classic Irish song together.
#4. Make Some Sweet Treats (Green, Of Course!)
Have fun making shamrock-shaped cookies, or add green food colouring to your usual fairy cake or bun icing. Or how about making green Rice Krispie buns?
Or for something a bit different, why not try mint thins — they’re incredibly simple to make, with a flavour and texture reminiscent of an after-dinner mint.
You’ll find more ideas in our St Patrick’s Day recipes collection.
#5. Make Green Slime
Make some glowing green slime for St Patrick’s Day using fluorescent paint. If you have a UV light, you can even have fun watching it glow in the dark! This slime will keep for weeks in a ziplock bag or sealed container.
And of course, don’t forget to head along to your local parade for all the music, costumes and fun!
You might also like our roundups of outdoor activities and spring activities for kids — perfect for keeping the fun going once the shamrocks are put away.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are some easy St Patrick’s Day activities for kids?
Simple crafts, green-themed baking, a family sing-along, watching a short story video about St Patrick, and making coloured slime are all easy, low-prep ways to mark the day at home.
How can I celebrate St Patrick’s Day at home with young children?
Keep it simple: pick one craft, one treat and one story or video, and let the day build around those. Attending a local parade is a lovely way to round off the celebrations.
Do I need special ingredients to make green treats or slime?
Just green food colouring for baking, and craft-safe glue, water and fluorescent paint for slime. No unusual ingredients are needed.
Is homemade slime safe for kids to make?
Making slime with children should always be supervised, using non-toxic, child-safe craft materials, and adults should check ingredient labels themselves before use.
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