Looking for St. Patrick’s Day events in Seattle that the whole family can enjoy? From the annual Seattle St. Patrick’s Day Parade to Irish festivals, music performances, fun runs and hands-on kids activities, there are plenty of ways to celebrate the luck of the Irish around the Emerald City.
Seattle St. Patrick’s Day Parade and major celebrations
Laying of the Green Stripe | Friday, March 13 | 7 p.m. | Alaskan Way, Seattle | Free | The Irish Heritage Club of Seattle hosts the annual “Laying of the Green Stripe,” transforming the planned St. Patrick’s Day parade route with a vibrant green stripe painted on Alaskan Way. Learn the why, here.
St. Patrick’s Day Parade | Saturday, March 14 | 12:30 p.m. | Starting at the Seattle-Galway Sister City Stone by Pier 66, Seattle | Free | Seattle’s 55th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade celebrates Irish culture and heritage with music, dance, and vibrant displays. The parade brings the community together in a procession of floats, bagpipes, and cultural pride.
Irish Festival | Saturday, March 14 & Sunday, March 15 | Hours vary | Armory Food & Event Hall, Seattle Center | Free | Enjoy Live Irish music, Irish step dancing, cultural exhibits, genealogy workshops, and engaging activities for all ages. Meet special guests, explore authentic Irish goods, and take part in interactive experiences that celebrate the rich heritage of the Irish in Seattle.
Family-friendly St. Patrick’s Day events
St. Patrick’s Day Open House | Sunday, March 8 | 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. | Caroll-Henderson School of Irish Dancing, 7528 Olympic View Drive Suite 101, Edmonds | Free | Age: 1.5 years to 7+ years | Register for a class here | Enjoy a fun, welcoming class, festive St. Patrick’s Day spirit, and help us celebrate this exciting new chapter for our school. No experience needed — just bring your enthusiasm and a love of a good jig!
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at Kelsey Creek Farm | Saturday, March 14 | 1-2 p.m. | Kelsey Creek Farm, Bellevue | $25 resident/$30 nonresident | Ages 4-8 with an adult | Dress up a pony in green, do a craft, and hunt for Leprechaun gold. Adult/child teams only.
Celtic Celebration 2026 | Saturday, March 14 | 7:30 p.m. | Edmonds Center for the Arts Theater | $43.75+ for adults, Children under 12 are $33.75. Buy tickets here | Internationally acclaimed Celtic folk group The Gothard Sisters present a high-energy, festive evening weaving together Celtic fiddle tunes, Irish songs and ballads, Irish step dancing, and more. Great for the whole family!
KU-Mardi-ROCK, a Shamrock and Street Party | Saturday, March 14 | 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. | 425 Kirkland Plz, Kirkland | Free, some activities might have a fee | All ages | Join us at Kirkland Urban for KU Mardi-ROCK, a lively shamrock-meets-street-party celebration filled with music, color, and post-run fun. Whether you’re crossing the finish line of the Shamrock Run or simply stopping by to enjoy the festivities, this all-ages, pet-friendly event is the perfect way to keep the celebration going with interactive activities, creative stations, festive photo moments, and upbeat music.
Broadview Bands: Traditional Irish Music | Saturday, March 21 | 3:30- 4:30 p.m. | Broadview Library | Free | Join Ming and his huge group of merrymakers & storytellers for Irish music that makes you swing and sway. Sláinte!
St. Patrick’s Day fun runs and active events
Kirkland Shamrock Run | Saturday, March 14 | 8:30 a.m. for Little Leprechaun Run, 9 and 9:10 a.m. starts for 5 and 10 K | Marina Park, Kirkland | $18.36 for little leprechaun run, $61.44 for 5 and 10K | Register | Come join Lake Washington Physical Therapy and Cascade Stride by “wearing the green” for a fun family fun run.
St. Paddy’s Day Run | | Saturday, March 14 | 9 a.m. for 5K | Downtown Tacoma, 815 Pacific Ave. | $70/person, price increases after March 12 | The 5K is an annual tradition and fun for the whole family. Runners and walkers are welcome to join in this 3.1-mile event. All finishers will receive one of our famous St. Paddy’s Day Run medals. There is also a 10k and half-Marathon.
Orca Run Club St. Patrick’s Day Run | Tuesday, March 17 | 7-8 p.m. | Gene Coulon Park | Free | Register | Let’s go green and celebrate St Patrick’s Day the active way—good vibes, great company, and plenty of green gear. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just out for some fun, this is the perfect chance to connect, sweat, and enjoy the day together. The course is 20 minutes out and 20 minutes back, and all paces are welcome.
St. Patrick’s Day events worth the short drive
St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Shamrock the Block | Saturday, March 14 | 12-6 p.m. | Downtown Bremerton, Quincy Square | Free | Watch the parade, and then head over to Shamrock the Block to hear live music and experience an open-air market and more. Check the link for upcoming information.
Irish Fest | Saturday, March 14 & Sunday, March 15 | 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. | Thurston County Fairgrounds, Lacey | Free entrance and free parking | All ages | We will have over 75 vendors and food trucks, entertainment, selfie opportunities, and Leprechaun photos, plus a beer garden for the adults.
St. Patrick’s Dinner Train | Saturday, March 14 | 5 to 7 p.m. | Chehalis-Centralia Railroad & Museum | $79 per person | Tickets | Ride the train and celebrate the Irish culture with special foods, music, drinks, and a whole lot of green. There will be a 3-course meal. Dress warmly as the trains are unheated.
More St. Patrick’s Day fun for families
Want to keep the celebration going at home or learn more about Seattle’s St. Patrick’s traditions? Check out these kid-friendly ideas and activities:
- Create your own leprechaun trap | Build a clever trap to catch a mischievous leprechaun using cardboard, paint and a little imagination — a classic St. Patrick’s Day craft for kids.
- 8 fun St. Patrick’s Day activities for kids | From festive crafts to simple games and family traditions, these easy ideas bring the magic of the holiday into your own home.
- The story behind Seattle’s “Green Line” parade tradition | Ever wonder why Seattle paints a green stripe before the parade? Learn the history of this unique local St. Patrick’s Day tradition.
