Don your green and discover dozens of kid-friendly ways to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in our round-up of St. Paddy's Day recipes, San Diego events, Irish traditions, leprechaun traps and other festive family fun!
ST. PATRICK'S DAY CRAFTS & LEPRECHAUN TRAPS
Create cute Lucky Leprechauns the kids can give to their friends.
Shamrock Shenanigans
ST. PATRICK'S DAY RECIPES
Indulge in an Irish feast or festive treats!
Apple Smoothie Bowls -- They're not Irish, but they make a healthy green lunch!
An Irish Feast from the Kids' Kitchen, including Irish Stew, Soda Bread and Apple Crisp
Strawberry Rhubarb Cookie Bars
TRADITIONS
Celebrate wearin' o' the green this St. Patrick's Day with these traditions and activities:
10 Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day
A Fun Look at Some Irish Legends
5 St. Patrick's Day Traditions to start with your kids
Visit our St. Patrick's Day Pinterest board for more ways to celebrate St. Patrick's Day!
ST. PATRICK'S DAY EVENTS 2026
thursday | 12
St. Patrick’s Day Teas. A green-themed version of the four course Cottage Classic Tea. 11:30 am, 1 & 2:30 pm. Through Mar. 16. $15.95–$44.95. Julian Tea & Cottage Arts, 2124 Third St. Reservations required: www.juliantea.com
saturday | 14
FREE St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival. Theme: “Here, There, Irish Culture Everywhere.” 9 am–6 pm; parade 10:30 am. Fifth Ave. & Laurel St. www.stpatsparade.org
Shamrock Social. Laser tag, inflatable games, obstacle courses and more. 6–9 pm. For ages 10–14. $15. Pine Avenue Community Center & Park, 3209 Harding St., Carlsbad. www.carlsbadca.gov
San Diego Leprechaun Run 5K and Kids 1 Mile. Run through the streets of Pacific Beach, finish under the rainbow and enjoy a drink to start your St. Patrick’s Day party. 9 am. Register: www.sandiegorunningco.com/sdrc_events/san-diego-leprechaun-run
sunday | 15
FREE House of Ireland Lawn Program. Celebrate Irish culture with live music, dancing, food and other Irish traditions. 11 am–5 pm. Balboa Park. www.houseofireland.org
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Find more activities and events in the March issue and our online calendar.
Updated: March 2026
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