From shamrock crafts to sweet green treats, St. Patrick’s Day is the perfect excuse to celebrate a little extra magic with the whole family. Whether you’re getting in touch with your Irish heritage or looking for simple ways to make the holiday feel special, there are plenty of fun, festive activities that kids and adults can enjoy together. With a mix of creativity, tradition, and a touch of Irish charm, these family-friendly St. Patrick’s Day ideas are sure to bring smiles, laughter, and maybe even a bit of luck to your celebration. 🍀
Top of the Mornin’ with Leprechaun Toast
What You'll Need:
Room Temperature Cream Cheese or Marshmallow Fluff
Lucky Charms Cereal
Bread
Green Food Coloring
Step 1: Use a mixer to make the cream cheese a fluffier/whipped texture. (No need to do this if you are using marshmallow fluff)
Step 2: Separate the cream cheese (or marshmallow fluff) into two bowls.
Step 3: Add green food coloring into one of the bowls and mix to achieve your desired green color.
Step 4: Put the bread in the toaster and cook until golden brown.
Step 5: Spread the green and white cream cheese (or marshmallow fluff) onto the toast and swirl the colors together to create a marbled effect.
Step 6: Sprinkle on the Lucky Charms cereal and enjoy!
Get festive by making a Shamrock Paper Chain
What You'll Need:
Construction Paper (Green/White/Orange for Flag of Ireland)
Scissors
Double-Sided Tape or Glue
Step 1: Cut the construction paper into strips.
Step 2: Fold a strip in half into a V-shape.
Step 3: Merge the ends together into a heart shape and secure.
Step 4: Attach 4 heart-shapes together with double sided tape or glue to create a clover shape.
Step 5: Once you’ve made your first shamrock, create another (in a different color) and thread the last heart-shape through the finished shamrock.
Step 6: Repeat step 5 to create your shamrock paper chain!
While you can DIY some decorations for your home, Bronner’s also offers fun home decor for St. Patrick’s Day too! Like the Pot of Gold LED Lighted Ornamental (1213225) or the Shamrock LED Lighted Ornamental (1158180), as well as an assortment of ornaments to display your Celtic roots.
Irish You Much Luck Charming Tails Figure (1257561)
Shamrocks Design Glass Ornament (1216444)
End of the Rainbow Fluffy Slime
What You'll Need:
White Elmer's Glue
Water
Baking Soda
Foaming Shaving Cream
Green Food Coloring
Contact Solution
Optional: Glitter, Gold Coins, Shamrock Confetti
Step 1: Pour 2/3 cup of white glue into a bowl.
Step 2: Add ¼ cup of water.
Step 3: Add ½ Teaspoon of baking soda.
Step 4: Add 3-4 cups of shaving cream foam.
Step 5: Add green food coloring.
Step 6: Add 1 ½ Tablespoons of contact solution and mix together.
Step 7 (Optional): Add your choice of glitter, gold coins or shamrock confetti.
Magic Fizzy Paint
What You Will Need:
Cups
Paint
Paint Brushes
Paper
Baking Soda
Vinegar
Plastic Pipettes
Serving Tray
Step 1: Combine 1 Tablespoon of paint with 3 tablespoons of baking soda into a cup.
Step 2: Prepare a tray with paper and paint brushes.
Step 3: Fill a cup with some vinegar and a pipette.
Step 4: Paint on the paper with a paint brush, then use a pipette to drip vinegar onto the paint and watch it fizz!
What’s for Supper?
Want to choose an Irish-inspired recipe for St. Patrick’s Day to continue the festivities? Try one of these Flavorful Favorite St. Patrick’s Day recipes that will make you feel like you are in the heart of Ireland! These traditional flavors and easy recipes not only honor Irish culture but also create warm moments around the table—making St. Patrick’s Day feel festive, meaningful, and delicious for the whole family.
While many spend their St. Patrick’s Day drinking green beer, you can still enjoy the occasion at home with your family. With these fun, interactive crafts and delicious recipes you can fill your day with all things Irish!