Just when you think you’re finally recovering from Mardi Gras, it’s time to party again! If you’re the mischievous one in your group and need some creative St. Patrick’s Day party ideas for this year’s celebration, we’ve got you covered.
Get your green on
While St. Patrick’s Day decorations are important, this holiday is really all about your attire and accessories. After all, wearing green is the number one rule! Otherwise, you can expect a pinch or two. Grab a punny t-shirt to start the shenanigans. You’re guaranteed to get some laughs.
Spread the St. Patrick’s Day cheer among all of your friends! From goofy shamrock-shaped glasses to four-leaf clover temporary tattoos, buy a party favor pack that has it all. No excuse not to be festive this year.
⭐ Take your St. Patrick’s Day party to the next level! Set up or hire a photo booth so your guests can show off all of their festive clothing and accessories and share a few laughs while they’re at it. Everyone will leave with lasting memories and a cool keepsake.
Create a classic Irish menu
No need to spend a ton of time in the kitchen for your party food! While you may want to offer a few green food menu items, there are some easy St. Patrick’s Day recipes you can try as well. Put a clever twist on traditional Irish food to stay on theme and give your party guests a tasty treat.
Start with savory appetizers, using classic ingredients like potatoes, cheese, and corned beef. Irish pub nachos are crispy and covered in bacon, while corned beef and cabbage cheese quesadillas offer a unique take on an old favorite! And good luck curbing that sweet tooth with some fudgy Bailey’s brownies. We guarantee you won’t have leftovers with this menu!
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Celebrate with goofy games
Let’s be honest — the main game we play on St. Patrick’s Day is “How much green beer can I drink?” But if you’re looking for some St. Patrick’s party ideas for adults that include actual games, you’ll love these!
Irish Hot Potato
This St. Patrick’s Day game is a twist on an ol’ classic — with drinks added, of course!
You’ll need:
A potato
Guinness, green beer, or Irish whiskey
Shot glasses
Irish music
How to play:
- Have all the guests sit in a circle, each holding a shot glass.
- One person starts passing the potato while the music plays.
- Keep passing until the music stops; the person holding the potato when it stops must take a shot and leave the circle.
- The game keeps going until there is one person left. Give the winner a fun prize like a case of Guinness or a bag of chocolate gold coins!
Make Me a Leprechaun
Games that cause a huge, hilarious mess are always a good time! In the spirit of “Minute to Win It” challenges, this St. Patrick’s Day party game will keep everyone in stitches.
You’ll need:
Plastic leprechaun hats
Shaving cream
Cheetos
A 3-minute Irish song
How to play:
- Pair off in twos, and give one team member a hat and shaving cream. The other team member will hold the Cheetos.
- Set a timer for 3 minutes.
- Start the song, and the team members with the hats and shaving cream should put on the hat and try and create a shaving cream “beard” for themselves.
- When they’re done, the other team member has to toss Cheetos at the shaving cream on their face to create an orange “beard.”
- After the song ends, the team with the best “beard” wins!
St. Pat’s Scavenger Hunt
You might remember having scavenger hunts at school or birthday parties, but GooseChase has come up with a hilarious activity for adults! As you and your friends are making your way from pub to pub, gather pictures and cross “items” off your scavenger hunt list.
The list includes fun photo ops like:
- Gaelic attire – The Scottish aren’t the only ones who wore kilts. Take a photo of a team member or a stranger wearing this traditional garment. Improvisation allowed!
- But are you really? – Take a photo of a team member kissing a stranger who is wearing a “Kiss me, I’m Irish” shirt.
- Fancy socks – Take a photo with somebody wearing some festive St. Patrick’s Day stockings.
Shamrock your shindig
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with some authentic Irish entertainment! We have some creative ways to impress your friends and family at this year’s event.
Everyone’s Irish tonight
Surprise your guests with a Celtic band to play some live drinking songs, or book an Irish dance troupe to put on an amazing show! Kick off the festivities with a traditional bagpiper to really set the mood.
Irish eyes are smilin’
Where there is green beer, there is sure to be laughter. But why not make sure of it? A roast master or comedy magician can pull a few playful (and hilarious) punches at your guests.
Top o’ the party theme to ya
If you’re a host who loves a good theme, your St. Patrick’s Day party ideas could revolve around anything from lucky charms to pots of gold to shamrocks. For example, host a “Try Your Luck” evening and book a casino party rental company or mobile game show! Or hire an 80s cover band and “ShamROCK” the night away! The possibilities (and bad puns) are endless.
No matter what you choose to do, we’re sure your celebration will have everyone doing the Irish jig. Cheers to an unforgettable St. Patrick’s Day this year! Enjoy lots of laughter, good food, and green beer, of course. ??
Megan is the Director of Customer Experience at GigSalad and has gained 9+ years of insight on what makes a great event on both sides of the booking process. Her favorite things include books, true crime podcasts, coffee, hiking, puns, and making people laugh.