--- title: Family Traditions to Start on St. Patrick’s Day description: Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with meaningful family traditions that build connection, fun, and memories. Try scavenger hunts, green treats, crafts, and more. image: https://blog.whereissanta.com/hubfs/1-Jan-20-2026-08-06-28-6969-PM.png --- [![](https://blog.whereissanta.com/hubfs/Landing%20Pages%20Footer/WIS%20by%20CHP%20Logo_WHITE.png)](https://whereissanta.com/?utm_source=createholidaymagic.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=landing-pages-header) [Family](https://blog.whereissanta.com/tag/family) [Children](https://blog.whereissanta.com/tag/children) [Tradition](https://blog.whereissanta.com/tag/tradition) [St. Patrick's Day](https://blog.whereissanta.com/tag/st-patricks-day) # Family Traditions to Start on St. Patrick’s Day Jan 26, 2026 12:00:01 AM ![](https://blog.whereissanta.com/hubfs/1-Jan-20-2026-08-06-28-6969-PM.png) St. Patrick’s Day is a perfect excuse to come together as a family and do something fun, meaningful, and memorable. Starting family traditions on March 17th can help kids look forward to this day each year, and give parents easy ways to celebrate heritage, kindness, and creativity. Here are a variety of family traditions you can start this St. Patrick’s Day, like playful activities and mindful moments of gratitude. ![Kids in St. Patricks Day headbands and glasses.](https://blog.whereissanta.com/hs-fs/hubfs/1-Jan-20-2026-08-06-28-6969-PM.png?width=350&height=350&name=1-Jan-20-2026-08-06-28-6969-PM.png) ## **1. Leprechaun Scavenger Hunt** Kick off your St. Patrick’s Day with a leprechaun hunt around the house or yard. Use paper shamrocks or little gold coin stickers as clues to guide kids from place to place. At the end, hide a small treasure like chocolate gold coins or a little treat bag. This tradition keeps everyone active, curious, and laughing together. ## **2. Green Breakfast Feast** Start the day with a festive family breakfast that celebrates all things green. Ideas include: - Green pancakes or waffles - Kiwi and grape fruit platter - Green smoothies - Green eggs and ham The goal isn’t about perfection, it’s making the morning feel different and special. ![A green smoothie.](https://blog.whereissanta.com/hs-fs/hubfs/2-Jan-20-2026-08-06-28-9937-PM.png?width=350&height=350&name=2-Jan-20-2026-08-06-28-9937-PM.png) ## **3. Create a Wish Tree** Have each family member write a little wish or intention on a paper shamrock and hang it on a “wish tree.” A bare branch in a vase works great for this, and it’s lovely to look at throughout the day. Encourage kids to think about hopes for the year, kindness goals, or something they appreciate about someone else. ## **4. St. Patrick’s Day Storytime** Gather around for a cozy storytime featuring books about Ireland, luck, or kindness. Rotate who reads each year so kids get involved. You can pair storytime with cocoa or a themed snack. This helps create focus on family and learning, not just candy or color. ![How to Catch a Leprechaun book cover.](https://blog.whereissanta.com/hs-fs/hubfs/3-Jan-20-2026-08-06-27-6275-PM.png?width=350&height=350&name=3-Jan-20-2026-08-06-27-6275-PM.png) ## **5. Midday Rainbow Picnic** Pack a simple picnic with colorful foods, ideally focusing on a rainbow theme with fruits and veggies: - Strawberries - Orange slices - Banana slices - Broccoli - Blueberries Enjoy it wherever the weather lets you. ## **6. Thank‑a‑Friend or Neighbor Card Exchange** Celebrate kindness by making small cards for friends, neighbors, or teachers. Use fun sayings like: • “You make life lucky!” • “Glad we’re friends!” Include stickers or hand‑drawn pictures. Kids get joy out of giving as much as receiving. ![Fun greeting cards.](https://blog.whereissanta.com/hs-fs/hubfs/4-Jan-20-2026-08-06-28-5532-PM.png?width=350&height=350&name=4-Jan-20-2026-08-06-28-5532-PM.png) ## **7. Bake a Sweet Treat Together** Bake cookies or cupcakes together and decorate them with rainbow sprinkles or green icing. Kids can take turns mixing, decorating, and — of course — taste‑testing. This tradition becomes not just a recipe but a memory. St. Patrick’s Day doesn’t have to be a simple holiday of green outfits and candy. With intentional family traditions, you can turn March 17th into a full day of connection, creativity, gratitude, and fun. Whether you start a scavenger hunt, create a wish tree, or share a green breakfast, the goal is to make memories that your kids will talk about year after year. 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