What are your plans for St. Patrick’s Day in Charleston, SC?
Sometimes it can be a little difficult to find family-friendly activities for this holiday, so, we decided to help you out and pull together some great, family-friendly events and ways to celebrate.
St. Patrick’s Day in Charleston, SC
Home Depot Kids Workshops- Leprechaun Trap
Head to your local Home Depot Kids Workshop on Saturday, March 7th, 2026, from 9 am – 12 pm to build your own Leprechaun trap! Even though the monthly event is free, you must preregister for this event.
Dunleavy’s Annual St. Patrick’s Day Party
Dunleavy’s Pub is hosting its 33rd Annual St. Patrick’s Day Block Party on March 14th, 2026 on Middle Street in Sullivan’s Island – featuring classic Irish favorites like corned beef & cabbage, shepherd’s pie, and Irish potato chowder, plus beer wagons and plenty of festive fun. Kids can enjoy the outdoor kids section with hula hoops and sidewalk chalk, making it a fun, wear-your-green celebration for all ages!
Park Circle Annual St. Patrick’s Day Block Party & Parade
Park Circle St. Patrick’s Day Block Party & Parade returns Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 12–5 pm along East Montague in Park Circle, featuring a parade at noon, live music, street vendors, and food from local restaurants. Families can enjoy a dedicated Kid’s Zone, plus free admission and parking, making it one of the biggest (and most family-friendly!) St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in the Lowcountry.
Annual Charleston St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Charleston St. Patrick’s Day Parade takes place Tuesday, March 17, 2026 in historic downtown Charleston, stepping off at King & Radcliffe Streets and ending at the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist. The event begins with Mass at St. Patrick’s Church and features marching bands, Irish dancers, festive floats, and cultural celebrations that continue throughout the city all day long.
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Can you outsmart a leprechaun? Kids will design, build, and test their own leprechaun traps using a variety of craft and building materials. This engineering challenge encourages creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving. No magic required!
Participate in a fun St. Patrick’s Day themed craft after school!
Join in for a fun and festive Macrame Class at Estuary Beans and Barley on Wednesday March 11 at 6:30pm! Get creative while sipping on your favorite brew and learn how to make your very own Macrame Leprechaun—just in time for St. Patrick’s Day!
Leaping leprechauns—it’s almost St. Patrick’s Day! Build your own leprechaun trap, turn a rainbow into a bridge, and design a device to remove snakes from Ireland! STEAM Saturday is a hands-on workshop series featuring the components of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics. This program is for children ages 6 and up. We encourage adults to stay. Reservations required.
$10 Museum Member Child | $15 Non-Member Child
Join in for a full-blown St. Patrick’s Day celebration filled with live music, festive food and drinks, and fun for all ages!
- Leprechaun’s Gold Scavenger Hunt: Begins at 3 PM and runs until the last goodie is found—keep an eye out for hidden surprises around the brewery
- Bounce House: 12–6PM
- Face Painter: 3–6 PM
- Leprechaun Costume Contest: 5:30 PM
Bring your friends, wear your green, and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with great beer, live music, and festive fun at New Realm.
You are invited to join in celebrating “All Things Irish“ as a continuing of the grand tradition of the Charleston St. Patrick’s
Day Parade. Witnessing thousands of enthusiastic spectators, young and old, lining historic King Street is a beautiful
sight to behold!
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a magical “green” storytime featuring stories and activities that highlight everything green. Participants are welcome to wear the celebrated color! Ages 11 and under welcome with a caregiver; geared to children ages 0 – 5.
Follow the clues to find the pot of gold! This scavenger hunt will require kids (or their caregiver!) to read clues in order to find the leprechaun’s treasure. You can drop-in anytime during the 2 hour window, but the game will end at 5pm.
Join in this St. Patrick’s Day In the community room for a creative celebration designed for kids and adults to enjoy together. Families will sketch, paint, and relax while sipping festive refreshments in a fun, cheerful atmosphere!
Put together and color your very own leprechaun puppet in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day!
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