Party Ideas for St. Patrick's Day
Drink
Celebrations Expert Mark Addison is inspiring us to skip the basic beer on St. Patrick's Day and opt for a fun and festive cocktail instead. Some of his St. Patrick's Day drinks include Guinness, others are spiked with whiskey and some of them are decked in green, but all of them sound so delish that they're a must-try!
Inspiration
You'll of course need the green, but bring even more colorful fun to your St. Patrick's Day celebration with one or all of these rainbow ideas!
Activity
We're giving our play dough a St. Patrick's Day twist using lots of green food coloring! Stored in small plastic containers from the craft store, this tutorial offers the perfect St. Patrick's Day party favor to give to kids. Make sure you check out our secret ingredient for keeping the dough fresh for up to 6 months!
Recipe
Green desserts for St. Patrick's Day don't get any cuter or easier than these colorful cupcakes in a jar! Dressed in emerald green with a bit of Irish embellishment, they're the perfect St. Patrick's Day treats for kids or adults!
Craft
Are you familiar with the St. Patrick's Day tradition of pinching? Get schooled on this little prank's holiday history and catch our simple tutorial for a St. Patrick's Day craft that'll keep you safe from those pinchers out there.
Inspiration
Enjoy a few traditional Irish foods with a special twist this St. Patrick's Day! From boxty on the griddle to leek soup with soft pretzels, there are so many ways you can add your own special touch to a traditional Irish dish this holiday.
Recipe
He may not leave presents under the tree, but the kiddos will still adore a little leprechaun who leaves these yummy St. Patrick's Day treats for kids.
Recipe
A creamy, cool and delicious St. Patrick's Day dessert, this sundae inspired by the Irish flag adds a little gourmet flair to your celebration.
Decoration
Leftover scraps of wood make for cute St. Patrick's Day crafts - you just have to get creative! Check out this easy way to repurpose any leftover wood from home projects to make a cute holiday decoration.
Inspiration
Get ready for St. Patrick's Day this year by trying one of these Guinness-infused recipes that will not only blow your mind, but your stomach too!
Decoration
For a quick, easy and inexpensive way to add a splash of color to your home's St. Patrick's Day decorations, consider crafting this DIY rainbow shamrock banner.
Decoration
Who knew clothespins could be so chic? Upcycle those seemingly ugly, yet functional laundry tools into a pretty and chic decoration for St. Patrick's Day using this crafty tutorial!
Craft
This simple St. Patrick's Day treat for kids is both tasty and fun. Inspired by leprechauns, their gold and the magic of the Irish, you can easily turn this St. Patrick's Day treat into a fun activity for the kids.
Craft
Get your kids crafting this St. Patrick's Day by making fun banners for your home, DIY treat bags and more. There are so many ways to get in the Irish spirit and be creative!
Inspiration
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day by making these fun crafts. Gather the kids to help you make paper decor, wall art, banners and other awesome St. Patrick's Day craft ideas.
Inspiration
Go green this St. Patrick's Day with these yummy green concoctions and cocktails. Mix up or shake up these green martinis, shakes, sangrias and more for tasty St. Patrick's Day drinks for your party.
Inspiration
Throw a charming St. Patrick's Day party with these tips and ideas for DIY party favors, boozy cupcakes, colorful printables and homemade table decor. There is no telling how creative you can get this St. Patrick's Day!
Real Party
Saint Patrick's Day parties needn't be a drunken mess - we're skipping the beer induced coma and opting to host a simple, yet stylish St. Patty's Day party. Complete with playfully modern invitations from Pear Tree Greetings and free printable partyware, we know you're going to want to recreate this celebration at home!
Real Party
Check out these fun and colorful ideas for hosting a rainbow themed party perfect for St. Patrick's Day or any occasion that needs a splash of color.
Cupcakes
Guinness is something every Irish man and woman indulges in on Saint Patrick's Day. For the kids and non-liquid lovers out there, these cupcakes are the perfect Guinness treat to celebrate St. Patty's Day with. Chocolate and beer are combined in the best of ways for this divine treat.
Real Party
March 17th is a grand day for sure. And what better way to start the day then with a cup o' tea and a plate of hot homemade scones. In this case the tea is a bouquet of fresh "green tea" roses, but the scones however are piping hot and ready to eat! And nothing says an Irish meal like beer and potatoes, but we've gussied them up in a whole new way. Ever wanted to know what the colors mean on an Irish flag? We've got you covered so that you can teach your guests too! Read on for St. Patty's Day recipes along with fun...
Craft
Rainbow ice cubes are a cinch to mix and a few of these clever little guys will go a long way in dressing up a basic Saint Patricks Day drink!
Drink
Talk about an all out menu for Saint Patrick's Day! Celebrations Expert Mark Addison has quite the recipe round up for you. From rainbow shooters to drunken cake pops this list of Saint Patrick's Day foods are a surefire hit!
Inspiration
Green desserts for St. Patty's Day don't get better or simpler than this! Celebrations' contributor, Krissy Winnick, delivered 5 of the easiest, greenest and sweetest desserts just in time for Saint Patrick's Day that everyone will enjoy. Make them for the kids to take to school or for a party at home - either way you'll have no fuss for such fun!
Craft
Dress up your Saint Patrick's Day table with these crafty shamrock ideas. You don't need a ton of time or a big budget to pull out all the stops for a corned beef and cabbage worthy dinner table!
Recipe
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with Coryanne's tipsy cakes - a dessert recipe inspired by a trip to Ireland. Infused with whiskey and chocolate, these cupcakes are a decadent treat with a tangy bite.
Recipe
You don't need molds to make pretty little lollipops for Saint Patrick's Day. Krissy's got the easy how-to for homemade chocolate suckers your party guests will adore.
Craft
Saint Patrick's Day parties often include lots of drinking. A party favor that's easy to make, this gift bag will certainly have guests smiling the next morning - a sort of hangover cure of sorts. Check out the simple how-to.
Recipe
A pop of green and dash of lime flavoring make these classic rice crisp bars ready for St. Patty's Day celebrations. Nothing could be easier, sweeter or more enjoyable for everyone!
Tradition
Sure, the kids can't partake in any St. Patrick's Day drinking activities, but that doesn't mean they have to miss out on all the fun. Get them in the St. Patty's Day spirit while teaching them the history of this jolly holiday with these fun and easy crafts - perfect for little Leprechauns of all ages!
Tradition
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day by embracing the time-honored traditions of the Irish. As a day of revelry, drinking and feasting, St. Patrick's Day is rife with tradition. Some have been celebrated for centuries while others have only been traditions for the past few decades, but all are in the name of good fun.
Recipe
St. Patrick's Day is nothing without all the green decors, drinks, and desserts filling up our rooms! Add one more green treat to your plate - sure to be a favorite with all your local Leprechauns.
Activity
A traditional activity surrounding St. Patty's Day, Irish step dancing, also known as clogging, is a fun way to entertain guests at your St. Patrick's Day party. Consider hiring a clogger to dance for guests, but also consider having the dancer instruct younger children. Here, a few tips to consider if you do decide to hire an Irish dancer.