Get ready to embrace the luck of the Irish with your little leprechauns this weekend! St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner, and Boise offers plenty of activities to celebrate this festive occasion. Also, huge bonus, have you seen the weather forecast for this weekend? It looks great!
Here’s your guide to a memorable St. Paddy’s Day celebration in Boise.
Family-Friendly Events
YMCA St. Patrick’s Day Run
Saturday, March 16th at 9:30 am | All Ages
There are three different course options:
Trade your pot of gold for a pair of sneakers and join the YMCA for the most spirited St. Patrick’s Day celebration in town–the Y’s way! Spring into action with the YMCA St. Patrick’s Day River Dash, where green isn’t just a color; it’s a way of life. Get ready to run, laugh, and showcase your shamrock swagger. It’s all happening, and you’re invited to the luckiest run in town! For more information, visit their website.
Voodoo Brewing
March 15 & 16 from 11 am – 11 pm
March 17 from 10 am – 8 pm
9931 W Cable Car St STE 110, Boise, ID 83709
Grab some Irish-themed grub at Voodoo Brewing. Their Irish menu will be available March 15th – March 17th. It includes all the classics like corned beef and cabbage, bangers and mash, and even a reuben. They have a small kids’ table to keep the little ones busy and tons of beverages for the adults.
St. Patrick’s Day at Payette Brewing
Saturday, March 16th & Sunday, March 17th at 11 am
733 S Pioneer St, Boise, ID 83702
Payette Brewing has an awesome outside area. With the weather looking great this weekend, it is sure to be a lively place. Consider arriving early to avoid crowds and secure a spot for your family.
Remember to wear green, or you might just get pinched!
- The Boise Highlanders Bagpipe Band (Sat 4 pm, Sun 3:30 pm)
- Complimentary Lucky Charms to snack on (while supplies last)
- Girl Scout cookies for sale (Sat 4 pm – 7 pm, Sun 1 pm – 7 pm)
- Treasure Hunt around the brewery (two lucky winners will receive a prize)
- Play the Get Lucky at Payette Word Search & Mad Libs at your leisure
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Hungry? Enjoy delicious food from Queens Food Trailer (Sat & Sun 12 pm – 8 pm) + Big K BBQ (Sat 2 pm – 7 pm, Sun 12 pm – 7 pm)
Hug Baby Goats at The Living Land Ranch
Sunday, March 17th from 11 am – 5 pm
4996 Valle Grande Dr, Meridian, ID 83642
$35 gets you a charcuterie cup catered by Penny Banner, a beverage, and ONE hour of baby goat time!
Irish Stew Cook-Off at Harley Davidson
Saturday, March 16th at 11:30 am
2310 E Cinema Dr, Meridian, ID 83642
Join High Desert Harley-Davidson for a St. Patrick’s Day Party!
The Boise Highlanders will perform live with the show kicking off at 11:30 am. While you’re there, why not enjoy a green beer in the Kickstand Lounge? And here’s the best part–it’s only ONE DOLLAR! That’s right, you can savor a $1.00 green beer while supplies last!
But that’s not all! They’re also hosting their 1st annual Irish Stew Cook-Off starting at noon. This event is open to all–free to compete and free to taste! Come in, sample some stew, and cast your vote for the winner!
They’re now accepting FREE registrations for our Irish Stew Cook-Off. Who can resist a bit of friendly competition and delicious food?
Ready to showcase your stew-making skills? Sign up here.
Angry Easel at Potter Wines
5286 West Chinden Boulevard Garden City, ID 83714
Celebrate The Green at The Village
Saturday, March 16th & Sunday, March 17th
3597 E. Monarch Sky Ln. Meridian, ID 83646
Make your way to the Village at Meridian this St. Patrick’s Day weekend and join us for a Pot of Gold’s worth of fun! Experience Irish Dancing Performances, and even surprise visits and giveaways from the Lucky Leprechaun!
Performance Schedule:
March 16th, 4-6pm: Irish Dance Idaho (Big Al’s Patio)
March 17th, 4-6pm: Killarney Irish Dance Company (Near Fountain Square & Yard House)
Not So Family-Friendly
The Annual St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl
Saturday, March 16th at 4 pm
Cactus Bar 517 W Main St, Boise, ID 83702
Tons of drink specials! Costumes encouraged. For more information, visit the website.
The Main Event: St. Patty’s Day Party at Heritage Social
5467 N Glenwood St., Boise, ID 83714
Calling all lads and lassies! Come join The Main Event and friends for a SHAMROCKIN’ good time at the Heritage Social Club. This St. Patty’s Party is the perfect excuse to eat, drink, and be Irish! Tickets are $5 at the door (lucky you!), and tables are first come, first served. So wear your best GREEN and join in for a wee bit o’ fun, music, and malarkey. Let the shenanigans begin!
St. Paddy’s Day at Home
There are also plenty of ways to enjoy this spirited holiday from the comfort of your own home. Hint: It includes green food coloring and lots of it.
- Green Breakfast: Cook green pancakes for breakfast or drink green milk.
- Leprechaun Surprise: Turn the toilet water green.
- Hold a Treasure Hunt: Hide gold chocolate coins around the yard and home and have your kids hunt and see how many they can find.
- Scavenger Hunt: Have the kids search around the house and find as many green things as possible.
- Make Tasty Leprechaun Treats: Shamrock-shaped cookies, rainbow lucky charms rice krispie treats, or cupcakes with green frosting.
- Leprechaun Trap: Get creative and build a trap to catch a leprechaun. Use recycled materials like boxes, paper towel rolls, and glitter. Don’t forget to add some lucky charms as bait!
- Irish Dance Party: Put on some lively Irish music and have a family dance party.
However you celebrate, enjoy and have fun!
