Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with your family with these St. Patrick Day Activities for Kids in Northeast Ohio. Remember to visit our list of Things to Do with Kids in Northeast Ohio for more ideas.

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Lunch with a Leprechaun at Mill Creek Metroparks

Enjoy a traditional Irish buffet, Irish Music by County Mayo, Irish inspired activity/craft, magic time with Seamus O’Foole the magical leprechaun, and Burke Irish Dancers. {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, March 9, 2019; 11am-1:30pm
Where: Fellows Riverside Gardens, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown, OH 44509
Cost: $10.95-$19.95 (Registration is required.)

FREE Mahoning Valley St. Patrick's Day Parade

This year the Mahoning Valley St. Patrick's Parade celebrates its 40th Anniversary! The Mahoning Valley St. Patrick's Parade is one of the largest parades in the state of Ohio. Each year 25,000 to 30,000 spectators come out to celebrate this beloved family tradition. {Find Out More}
When: Sunday, March 10, 2019; 1pm
Where: Market St., Boardman, OH
Cost: FREE

FREE St. Patrick's Day Party & Easter Bunny at Richland Carrousel Park

The St. Patrick's Day Party will begin at 11am with green popcorn, green slush, and more. Plus, when Carousel Cutie rides, everyone rides for free! The Easter Bunny will be available for pictures from 1pm-4pm. {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, March 16, 2019; 11am-5pm
Where: 75 N. Main St., Mansfield, OH 44902
Cost: FREE; $5 donation requested for photos with the Easter Bunny; Food available for purchase.

FREE Tales Around the Necklace: Children's Story Hour at Cleveland Metroparks' West Creek Reservation

Hear stories celebrating Irish folklore and tradition told by storytelling artists. Call it traditional storytelling, spoken word performance or narrative theater: excellent storytelling artists bring entertaining and enlightening stories to you. {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, March 16, 2019; 1pm-2pm
Where: Watershed Stewardship Center, 2277 W. Ridgewood Dr., Parma, OH 44134
Cost: FREE

Leprechaun Search at CanalWay Center

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day by searching for leprechauns. Those sneaky little fellows are hiding among the trees near CanalWay Center. Hear a story about how leprechauns gave us trees. Then go on a short, self-guided search. You’ll be rewarded with gold. This program is for children ages 3-8 with an adult companion. {Find Out More}
When: Sunday, March 17, 2019; 12pm-1pm & 3pm-4pm
Where: CanalWay Center at Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation, 4524 E. 49th St., Cuyahoga Heights, OH 44125
Cost: Registration is required.

FREE St. Patrick's Day Snake Appreciation at Cleveland Metroparks West Creek Reservation

Thanks to St. Patrick, all the snakes may have been banished from Ireland, but we have snakes at West Creek! Stop into meet our resident snakes and learn why these legless wonders are some of our most important species in the Cleveland are some of our most important species in the Cleveland area. {Find Out More}
When: Sunday, March 17, 2019; 1:30pm-3:30pm
Where: Watershed Stewardship Center, 2277 W. Ridgewood Dr., Parma, OH 44134
Cost: FREE

FREE Cleveland St. Patrick's Day Parade

The Cleveland's St. Patrick's Day Parade is Ohio's oldest parade and is comprised of approximately 10,000 participants in 125 units. The parade will start at East 18th and Superior Ave. in Downtown Cleveland. Theme: “Irish Churches of the Diocese of Cleveland.” {Find Out More}
When: Sunday, March 17, 2019; 2:04pm
Where: TBA
Cost: FREE

Lorain County Metro Parks St. Patrick Day Activities

FREE St. Patty's Celebration at French Creek Nature Center
Join French Creek for a family friendly celebration of St. Patrick's Day with Irish-themed crafts, games, and more! {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, March 9, 2019; 12pm-2pm
Where: 4530 Colorado Ave., Sheffield, OH 44054
Cost: FREE

FREE Garden Sprouts: Green at Miller Nature Preserve
Children ages 3-5, with an adult companion, will search for green through activities and outdoor exploration. {Find Out More}
When: Thursday, March 14, 2019; 11am-12pm
Where: 2739 Center Rd., Avon, OH 44011
Cost: FREE

FREE Rainbow Garden Scavenger Hunt at Schoepfle Garden
Try your luck at gathering rainbow themed prizes around the garden on an all ages scavenger hunt. {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, March 16, 2019; 10am-11am
Where: 11106 Market St., Birmingham, OH 44816
Cost: FREE

FREE Run for the Rainbow at Amherst HealthPlex
Participants will chase the seven colors of the rainbow before they finally reach the pot of gold at the finish line. {Find Out More}
When: Sunday, March 17, 2019; 12pm-12:30pm
Where: Mercy Health Amherst HealthPlex, 47160 Hollstein Dr. Amherst, OH 44001
Cost: FREE for members, $2 for non-members

FREE St. Patty's Day Hike at Wellington Reservation
Get some fresh air on the holiday. {Find Out More}
When: Sunday, March 17, 2019; 1pm-3pm
Where: 535 Jones Rd., Wellington, OH 44090
Cost: FREE

FREE Leprechaun Hunt at Vermilion River Reservation
Make St. Patty's Day hats to prepare to look for leprechauns hiding in the park! The leprechauns will lead to a pot o' gold. {Find Out More}
When: Sunday, March 17, 2019; 2pm-3pm
Where: 51211 N. Ridge Rd., Vermilion, OH 44089
Cost: FREE

St. Patrick Day Activities for Kids at Libraries

Many local libraries are offering special St. Patrick's Day crafts and story times for kids. Check your local library's website for details on each of the events.

Ways to celebrate St. Patrick's Day at Home

Of course, you can always celebrate St. Patrick's Day at home. This year, make the holiday special for your kids by trying out some fun St. Patricks Day Recipes, Crafts & Activities for Children.

What are your plans to celebrate St. Patrick's Day this year?

More Fun to Come …

FREE Akron St. Patrick's Day Parade

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with the Ancient Order of Hibernians. The parade will step off at 12 p.m. and take place on Main Street between Cedar and Bowery St. {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: Cedar St. and ends at Bowery St.
Cost: FREE

St. Patrick's Day Basket Weaving 101: Spring Basket at Wolf Creek Environmental Center

Join expert basket maker Betty Rettig and weave this lucky little basket to store your treasure. Stop by Wolf Creek to see an example. No experience is necessary. All materials are provided. Please call Betty Rettig at (330) 975-4251 to register by March 9. Ages 12 to adult. {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: 6100 Ridge Rd., Sharon Center, OH 44281
Cost: TBA

Saint Patty's Day Crafts at Pat Catan's

FREE Lucky Leprechaun at Pat Catan's
Get ready for St. Patrick's Day with your own Lucky Leprechaun! Join your local Pat Catan's and create this adorably whimsical gnome complete with an oversized hat and long, colorful beard. Add the gnome to any festive St. Patty's display, and who knows, it may even bring you some good luck! {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: Pat Catan's stores across Northeast Ohio
Cost: FREE

Kids St. Patrick's Day Party at Quaker Steak & Lube (Valley View, OH)

Join The Lube for fun for the whole family at the Lube! Activities include arts & crafts, a special craft, cookie decorating station, goody bags, coloring, and more! {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: 5935 Canal Rd., Valley View, OH 44125

Find the Leprechaun! at Cafe O'Play

Our friend Lucky McSpudd has gone missing! If you help us find him he may have a treat from his treasure chest for you. {Find Out More}
When: TBA
Where: 911 Graham Rd., Stow, OH 44221
Cost: Regular Admission Rates Apply.