5 Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Home in 2021

For back to back years, St. Patrick’s Day on March 17 is taking place during a time when in-person socializing carries the risk of COVID-19 transmission. But that doesn’t mean you can’t celebrate! After donning your best St. Patrick’s Day outfit and breaking out all the green you have, it’s time to get the festivities rolling with these fun St. Patrick’s Day activities.

1. Bake a loaf of Irish soda bread

Try out a centuries-old Irish staple: Irish soda bread. These breads rise due to baking soda in their recipe, rather than yeast.

2. Virtually attend a St. Patrick’s Day parade

St. Patrick’s Day parades are popular in the United States, Dublin, and other parts of the world on March 17. Though the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic may hinder your chances of seeing your local parade in person this year, why not watch a virtual one with the whole family. Anyone with internet access can celebrate Ireland’s St. Patrick’s Festival this year as it goes virtual with more than 100 events throughout the week. For the full schedule, visit https://stpatricksfestival.ie/events.

3. Research Irish genealogy

We all have that one uncle that always tell us that we’re one-eighth Irish. What a perfect day to fact check them. Check out Ancestry.com and find out the truth!

4. Whip up a Shamrock Shake

Don’t limit your St. Paddy’s Day drinks to alcohol. With some vanilla, ice cream, peppermint, and green food coloring, you can have the most beautifully delicious and festive milkshake.

5. Play a St. Patrick’s Day-themed game

Everyone loves games! From St. Paddy’s Bingo for the whole family to green drinking dice for the adults, everyone’s bound to find a game they won’t want to put down.

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