Want something to do to celebrate the luck o’ the Irish? Check out one of these fun outings for a kid-friendly St. Patrick’s Day! Whether taking a free Irish dancing class, joining a parade or hunting for treasure- there are plenty of ways for kids to celebrate St. Patty’s Day in the Emerald City.
Irish Dance Open House. Saturday, March 9. 1 pm – 1:30 pm (4 – 6 year olds) and 1:45 pm – 2:15 pm (7 – 10 year olds).
Carroll-Henderson School of Irish Dancing celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with free open Irish dancing classes for all ages. The youngest little jumper at four years old to young teenagers looking for an energetic fitness class, can hop on into the dance studio and experience a bit of Irish fun. Experience this living tradition for free at the Irish Dance Open House. Registration is required.
Address: Carroll-Henderson School of Irish Dancing 6121 176th St SW Suite C, Lynnwood, WA 98037
Cost: Free
Irish Week 2024. March 9 – 17.
The Irish Heritage Club lists a week full of Irish events celebrating St. Patrick’s Day. Check out their website for more information on specific events such as the St Patrick’s Day Parade or the Irish Festival at Seattle Center. Celebrate Irish traditions during March and enjoy the company of friends and family.
Kids Leprechaun Trap Crafts. Saturday, March 9. 10:30 am – 11:30 am.
Join Imagine Children’s Museum with your kids for and celebrate this fun tradition of Irish folklore. You and your kids can work together and create your own Leprechaun trap!
Address: Imagine Children’s Museum 1502 Wall St, Everett, WA 98201
Cost: $20 per adult-child pair (members), $25 per adult-child pair (non-members).
Bainbridge St. Patrick’s Festival. March 14-17. 7 pm – 9 pm.
Saint Patrick’s Festival experience at Lynwood Center of Bainbridge Island hosted by Pleasant Beach Village. Four days packed full of Irish charm, lively music, delightful drinks, and family-friendly fun.
Address: Lynwood Center 4738 Lynwood Center Rd NE Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
Cost: Varies by activity; $35-$40 for Thursday and Sunday performances. Buy tickets here.
Woodinville Leprechaun Leap. Saturday, March 16. 9 am – 11 am.
Fitness and fun are the goals of this wacky 5K or 10K run on March 16 at Wilmot Gateway Park in Woodinville. Prizes for best costume, drawings, dog and stroller friendly. Awards by age group, including 15 and younger. Sprite Sprint for kids aged 6 and younger starts at 9 a.m., followed by adult races at 9:20 a.m.
Address: Wilmot Gateway Park 17301 131st Ave NE Woodinville, WA 98072
Cost: $38 for 5K, $48 for 10K, and FREE for 100M Kids Sprite Sprint.
St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Saturday, March 16. 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
The Annual Parade will start at Jefferson St. & 4th Ave and will continue through downtown Seattle up 4th Avenue to the reviewing stand at Westlake Park. From there, participants are invited to travel for free via the Monorail to the Seattle Center for closing ceremonies at the Irish Festival in the Armory at 2:30 pm.
Address: Downtown Seattle along 4th Ave
Cost: Free
St. Patrick’s Day Parade Bremerton. Saturday, March 16. 2 pm – 4 pm.
Join the 30th Annual St Patrick’s Day Parade in Bremerton. Kids and families can dress up in their favorite green outfits and watch the parade together. During and after the parade, enjoy a family-friendly Coin Scavenger Hunt, where you will search along the parade route and at participating businesses to redeem for special prizes.
Address: Pacific Avenue, Bremerton, WA 98337
Cost: Free
Irish Festival. March 16 & 17. Saturday 12 pm – 6 pm, Sunday 10 am – 6 pm.
Irish Festival Seattle is part of the Seattle Center Festál series and is produced in partnership with the Irish Heritage Club (IHC). The festival celebrates Irish heritage, culture, and arts with two days of traditional music, step-dancing, lectures, genealogy workshops, Irish films, exhibits, and displays.
Address: Armory Food & Event Hall Seattle Center, Seattle, WA 98109
Cost: Free
St. Patrick’s Day Dash. Sunday, March 17. 8:30 am – 12 pm.
The St. Patty’s Day Dash is a “don’t miss” fun family event that includes a Leprechaun Lap, a traditional 5K run, Post Dash Bash, costume contests, live music, and more! Happening on Sunday, March 17th the 1K Kids Leprechaun Lap for dashers 10 and younger loops inside Seattle Center Grounds and starts at 8:30 am Fisher Pavilion. Parents can run with their kids without registering, and kids can complete the 5K course with their families after the 1K Leprechaun Lap without the kids registering for the 5K. Register online.
Address: Seattle Center 305 Harrison St, Seattle, WA 98109
Cost: Fee, $20 for Kids Leprechaun Lap, $45 for 5K Dash.
St. Patrick’s Day at Kelsey Creek Farm. Sunday, March 17. 1 pm – 2 pm.
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Kelsey Creek Farm with the animals. Dress up a farm animal in green decorations, go on a treasure hunt to look for leprechaun gold and do a craft. Ages 4-8. Must register HERE in advance.
Address: Kelsey Creek Farm 410 130th PL SE, Bellevue, WA 98005
Cost: Fee $25 for residents, $30 for non-residents.
St. Patrick’s Day Theme Skate at Kraken Iceplex. Sunday, March 17. 1:30 pm – 3:15 pm.
Save the date for the St. Patrick’s Day Theme Skate at Kraken Community Iceplex on March 17 from 1:30 pm to 3:15 pm! Skate under green lighting with traditional Irish music in the background.
Address: Kraken Community Iceplex 10601 5th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98125
Cost: Fee: $15 per person (ages 4 and under FREE). Register HERE.
PNW Irish Fleadh (Festival). Sunday, March 24. 5 pm – 9:30 pm.
Join the newly founded Irish & Celtic Society of Snohomish County in the final celebration of the St. Patrick’s Day season. This Irish festival will feature Irish musicians, dancers, chefs, and athletes across Puget Sound. Shawn O’Donnells will serve dinner, and guests can take part in an Irish bake-off and tea-tasting competition.
Address: Sons of Norway 2725 Oakes Ave. Everett, WA 98201
Cost: $15 for adults, $10 for children under age 13, $20 at the door (limited quantities available). Buy tickets here.
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