I don’t know about you, but I love St. Patrick’s Day. It’s a fun holiday for me because there are no expectations. If we forget it, it’s okay–nobody is worse for the wear. If we celebrate it, EVERYONE in the family has fun.
In 2026, Saint Patrick’s Day falls on Tuesday, March 17, 2026. Some events – including the parades — are traditionally held on St. Patrick’s Day no matter what day of the week it falls. Others take place on the weekend before or after the holiday.
Don your green for a day of family fun! Look for leprechauns, watch a parade, or make your own “shamrock shakes”. We have ideas for fun events around town and at home with the family.
 2026 Minneapolis & St Paul Saint Patrick’s Day events
MTM Shamrock Express
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Date: 03/14/2026 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: Jackson Street Roundhouse, 193 Pennsylvania Ave E, Saint Paul, MN , 55130
The museum at historic Jackson Street Roundhouse transforms into a St Patrick’s Day hub filled with train rides, family activities, and holiday fun. Take to the rails aboard the “Shamrock Express”, try tasty food and beverage options, kids can get their faces painted and all ages will enjoy the games, activities and train exhibits. $6-$16/pp or $43/family pack.
Minneapolis' St Patrick's Day Parade
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Date: 03/14/2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Nicollet Mall, Nicollet Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, 55402
The 57th annual Minneapolis St Patrick’s Day Parade kicks off 6pm. The parade route will be from Nicollet Ave and 6th St to Nicollet Ave and 12th St, downtown.
Day of Irish Dance
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Date: 03/15/2026 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: Landmark Center, 75 West Fifth Street, Saint Paul, MN, 55102
St Paul is enthusiastically known for celebrating St Patrick’s Day; the Day of Irish Dance at Landmark Center is one of two annual events that showcase stirring Irish music and dance performances (the second being the St Patrick’s Day Celebration on March 17th). Not Irish? No problem. Everyone is welcome to enjoy the show. Admission is $7-$9 per person, tickets available online or at the door.
Landmark St Patrick's Day Celebration
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Date: 03/17/2026 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: Landmark Center, 75 West Fifth Street, Saint Paul, MN, 55102
St Paul is enthusiastically known for celebrating St Patrick’s Day; the St Patrick’s Day Celebration at Landmark Center is one of two annual events that showcase stirring Irish music and dance performances (the second being the Irish Day of Dance on March 16th). Not Irish? No problem. Everyone is welcome to enjoy the show. Admission is $7-$9 per person, tickets available online or at the door.
St Paul's St Patrick's Day Parade (FREE)
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Date: 03/17/2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Location: Rice Park, 109 W 4th St, Saint Paul, MN, 55102
St Patrick’s Day is traditionally a time for the Irish in St Paul to show their pride. The parade route starts at Rice Park (5th St & Market St) and ends near Mears Park (5th St & Sibley St), traveling along 5th Street.Â
Twin Cities Saint Patrick’s Day events – Northwest Metro
Pot 'O Gold Parent Survival Night
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Date: 03/14/2026 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: The Little Gym, 9075 Quantrelle Ave, Otsego, MN , 55330
Bring your little leprechauns for a St Patrick’s Day party at The Little Gym of Otsego. Pizza and plenty of open gym time included in the ticket price of $40 non-members with a 10% member discount.
Geocaching for Leprechaun Surprises
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Date: 03/22/2026 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Location: French Regional Park, 12605 Rockford Rd, Plymouth, MN , 55441
Feel lucky and confident in your navigational skills? Use a GPS to explore French Regional Park and hunt for surprises left by sneaky leprechauns. Reserve ahead within 24 hours of the activity – see link below. Cost is $6/pp, everyone in your party registers and pays.
Twin Cities Saint Patrick’s Day events – Northeast Metro
Mounds View St Patrick's Day Bash (FREE)
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Date: 03/13/2026 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Mounds View Community Center, 5394 Edgewood Dr, Mounds View, MN , 55112
Looking for a family-friendly way to celebrate St Patrick’s Day? Look no further than the Mounds View Community Center for a live concert from Fiddle and Flannels, some family games and plenty of food and beverages available for purchase.
No ticket required, just show up ready to party!
Twin Cities Saint Patrick’s Day events – Southeast Metro
St Patrick's Day Party
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Date: 03/14/2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location: Pleasant Hill Library, 1490 S. Frontage Road, Hastings, MN, 55033
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at the Pleasant Hill Library with crafts and games. Best for kids ages 4 and older with caregivers.
Twin Cities Saint Patrick’s Day events – Southwest Metro
Gardner School Shamrock Celebration: A Hands-On STEAM Experience for Families (FREE)
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Date: 03/11/2026 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Location: Gardner School of Minnetonka-Eden Prairie, 16040 Clearwater Drive, Minnetonka, MN, 55343
Gardner School Minnetonka invites the community to wear their favorite green and attend a STEAM-focused Shamrock Celebration. Families can participate in hands-on STEAM activities, explore the classrooms, and meet staff during this event. Best for families with kids 5 and under. Free & open to the public.
St Patty's Day Event
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Date: 03/14/2026 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Mustard Seed Garden Center, 10,000 Great Plains Blvd, Chaska, MN, 55318
Can’t get much greener than a balmy greenhouse on St Patrick’s Day! Activities like make-and-take seed planting and scavenger hunts planned for all ages today to get you in the spirit for spring.
ShamROC Disco Skate (FREE)
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Date: 03/14/2026 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location: St Louis Park Rec Center & ROC, 3700 Monterey Dr, St Louis Park, MN , 55416
An all-age skate with disco lights and a DJ – on GREEN ice! $5/pp, rental skates $3.
World’s Shortest St. Patrick’s Day ParadeÂ
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Date: 03/17/2026 1:00 pm
Location: Hopkins American Legion, 10 12th Avenue South, Hopkins, MN, 55343
This parade is open to anyone and is only 4 blocks long. Don’t be late; parade starts at 1pm.
Parade Route: American Legion to Elks Lodge.
Shakopee St Paddy's Day Pool Party
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Date: 03/17/2026 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Shakopee Community Center, 1255 Fuller Street South, Shakopee, MN, 55379
Make a lucky splash at Shakopee’s St Paddy’s Day Pool Party! Extra special, in addition to the fun of open swimming in the zero-depth entry pool with play structure and waterslide, there will be a coin hunt, snacks and a craft opportunity. Cost is $15/resident, $19.50/non-resident.
Geocaching for Leprechaun Surprises
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Date: 03/21/2026 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Location: Murphy-Hanrehan Park Reserve, 15501 Murphy Lake Rd, Savage, MN , 55378
Feel lucky and confident in your navigational skills? Use a GPS to explore Murphy-Hanrehan Park Reserve and hunt for surprises left by sneaky leprechauns. Reserve ahead within 24 hours of the activity – see link below. Cost is $6/pp, everyone in your party registers and pays.
 Saint Patrick’s Day Fun at Home
St. Patrick’s Day fun crafts & recipes
- Lucky Rainbow Chain for St. Patrick’s Day from Crafty Morning
- Clover Sun Catcher from Pink Stripey Socks
- Shamrock Shake copycat recipe from Dinner & Dessert – One suggestion I would make for the shake is start with 1/8 tsp of peppermint extract and then add to taste!
St. Patrick’s Day scavenger hunt
Why wait for Easter for a good hunt? Hide gold coins for the kids to find around the house, leaving scavenger hunt clues from a lucky leprechaun.