St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner, and there’s no shortage of festive fun for families in the Winter Garden-Ocoee area! Whether you’re looking to join a lively block party, hunt for hidden gold, or enjoy Irish-themed treats, we’ve got you covered. This guide is packed with local events, special activities, and even some creative ways to celebrate at home. So, grab your green gear, practice your best Irish jig, and get ready for a shamrockin’ good time! 🍀
🍀 St. Patrick’s Day Events
Get ready to celebrate with festive fun all around town! Whether you’re looking for a 5k, block parties, or kid-friendly activities, there’s something for everyone. Check out these exciting St. Patrick’s Day events happening in Winter Garden, Ocoee, Windermere, Oakland, and Gotha, and make some magical memories with your family!
- 🍀St. Patrick's Day Themed Cupcake Decorating March 11, 2025
- 🍀Leprechaun Craft & Hunt March 13, 2025
- 🍀Celtic Fest 2025 March 14, 2025
- 🍀Saint Patrick's Day Block Party March 14, 2025
- 🍀Celtic Fest 2025 March 15, 2025
- 🍀 FREE Leprechaun Gold Hunt March 16, 2025
- 🍀Windermere Brewing Company Presents: Irish-ish Fest - A St. Patrick's Day Bash March 16, 2025
- 🍀It's Paddy Time! March 16, 2025
- 🍀Celtic Fest 2025 March 16, 2025
- 🍀St. Patrick's Day Block Party at Hamlin March 16, 2025
- 🍀St. Patty's Day "NYC Style Block Party" March 17, 2025
🍀 Fun St. Patrick’s Day Activities to Do at Home
If you're celebrating at home, here are some fun and festive ideas to bring the luck of the Irish to your family:
🌈 Leprechaun Trap Challenge – Get creative with your kids by building a leprechaun trap using household items. Leave it out the night before St. Patrick’s Day and see if you catch a mischievous little visitor!
🍪 Make Shamrock Treats – Bake green cupcakes, decorate shamrock-shaped cookies, or make "pot of gold" popcorn by drizzling caramel and gold sprinkles on top.
🎨 DIY St. Patrick’s Day Crafts – Create leprechaun hats out of construction paper, make rainbow necklaces with fruit loops, paint lucky four-leaf clovers on rocks to hide around the neighborhood, or check out this Easy DIY Shamrock Chain.
🎶 Irish Dance Party – Play some traditional Irish music and challenge the kids to an Irish jig-off in the living room. Bonus points for wearing green while dancing!
🕵️ Gold Coin Scavenger Hunt – Hide gold chocolate coins around the house and send the kids on a treasure hunt. Give them clues leading to a "pot of gold" (a small prize or a fun treat)!
📖 Storytime with an Irish Twist – Read books like How to Catch a Leprechaun by Adam Wallace or Jamie O’Rourke and the Big Potato by Tomie dePaola for a fun and festive bedtime story
