St. Patrick’s Day Activities & Games for Kids

Get ready to celebrate the luck of the Irish with fun and engaging St. Patrick’s Day Activities! Whether you’re hosting a family gathering or looking for exciting ways to keep the kids entertained, there are plenty of festive ideas to explore. From classic scavenger hunts to interactive learning games, this holiday is the perfect opportunity to mix fun with learning through crafts and games. You may also learn a little Irish history along the way. Below are some fantastic St. Patrick’s Day games and activities to bring joy to the day.

St. Patrick’s Day Scavenger Hunt Ideas

A St. Patrick’s Day scavenger hunt is a fantastic way to get kids moving while searching for St. Patricks themed treasures. There are many varieties of scavenger hunts you can do. We listed a few ideas below.

St. Paddy’s Picture Scavenger Hunt

Print this Free Printable St. Paddy’s Day Scavenger Hunt. Place the items around you house and have them run around and check them off after they found them. If you don’t have any of the items just print an extra sheet and cut out the picture from it! You can even make it a friendly competition by setting a timer and offering a special prize to the winner.

Gold Coin Hunt

The gold coin hunt is a simple yet exciting activity for younger kids. Pick up some plastic gold coins or chocolate coins and hide them around the house or yard. To add a fun twist, assign different point values to different coins. The child with the most points at the end wins a small prize. For an educational touch, have kids count their coins and practice simple addition. If you want to take the game to the next level, turn it into a team relay where kids must collect coins and bring them back to their “pot of gold.” Check out more creative ideas for gold coin hunts here.

Leprechaun Treasure Hunt

Blessed Home School has a free, fun St. Patrick’s Day Treasure Hunt printable children of all ages can enjoy St. Patrick’s Day morning! The treasure hunt is filled with leprechaun rhymes and magical clues. Each clue, written in clever verse, guides kids on a merry chase through hidden spots around the home, bringing them closer to a treasure. As they solve each riddle, they uncover hints to secret locations, like beneath rainbow-colored pillows or behind lucky shamrocks. With each new rhyme, the clues grow trickier, but the final reward is always worth the search. The last clue can lead them to a cleverly crafted leprechaun trap or perhaps find a sweet surprise left by the mischievous little leprechaun himself! 

St. Patrick’s Day Sight Words

Using this fun St. Patrick’s Day Sight Word Activity by Mommy is my Teacher is a great way to engage kindergarten through 2nd-grade students in reading and creativity. Kids can read the words, color the pictures, and cut out the pages, all while reinforcing their reading skills. Once they’ve finished, they can staple the pages together to create their very own St. Patrick’s Day mini book! This hands-on activity not only helps young learners practice reading but also allows them to express their artistic side, making it a perfect blend of education and fun. It’s a great way to celebrate the holiday while boosting literacy skills.

Materials Needed 

• Scissors 
• Markers or crayons
• Stapler 

Free Printable St. Patrick’s Day Bingo

St. Patrick’s Day Bingo is a fun game for the whole family. Create bingo cards filled with festive images like leprechauns, rainbows, pots of gold, and shamrocks. Kids can mark off the squares as they see the images in books, movies, or decorations around the house. You can also play using gold coins or green candy as markers for an extra festive touch. Download a free printable St. Patrick’s Day Bingo card here.

Free Printable St. Patrick’s Activity Book with Games, Puzzles, and Coloring

Looking for a fun way to keep kids entertained? Download a free St. Patrick’s Activity Book filled with games, puzzles, and coloring pages. This printable booklet includes mazes, word searches, and creative drawing prompts to keep little ones engaged while celebrating the holiday. Perfect for home or classroom use, it’s a great way to mix fun with learning. Get your free St. Patrick’s Activity Book here.

Local St. Patrick’s Day Activities

Looking for St. Patrick’s Day activities nearby? The Triad area has plenty of family-friendly events to check out. Many local parks, libraries, and community centers host special celebrations, including craft workshops, parades, and Irish music performances. Check out our list for family-friendly St. Patrick’s Day activities happening in Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and High Point. Don’t forget to check out local bakeries for festive treats like green cupcakes and shamrock-shaped cookies!

As you’re doing the various St. Patrick’s Day activities with your children, be sure to tell them about St. Patrick’s Day (the holiday and the person). Along with how and why the holiday is celebrated with National Geographic Kids and History- St. Patrick’s Day Facts.

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with these engaging activities and games that will bring smiles and laughter to the whole family. Whether you’re hosting a scavenger hunt, playing sight word games, or heading out to local events, there are endless ways to make this holiday special for kids. Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

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By TMoM Team