March 17th is fast approaching, and you’ve still not made any plans for St. Paddy’s Day. All the best club nights are charging a small fortune for entry and overpriced green cocktails. Why not try hosting the ultimate St. Paddy’s Day house party instead?
From celebrating with a pint of Guinness, to dressing up as a Leprechaun and hunting for a pot of gold, there are loads of student-friendly ways to have the ultimate St. Paddy’s Day house party!
If you’re looking for St. Paddy’s Day decorating ideas, why not try an all-gold theme for your house party? You don’t need to buy expensive green shamrocks and green bunting, just fish out some leftover Christmas gold tinsel and go to town.
Put a rainbow over your entrance and invite everyone to the ‘pot of gold’! You could even set up a gold coin hunt and have the entire party hunting for tasty chocolate coins.
If gold’s not your colour, have an all-green party instead. Encourage everyone to dress in every shade of green and award a prize to the ‘greenest’ person.
If you’re looking for some St. Paddy’s Day makeup ideas, try some green hair dye, green eyeshadow, or cover yourself in green face paint!
Complete the theme with classic St Patrick’s Day decorations, such as green balloons and shamrock bunting!
If you opt for a green theme, why not take it further with some green beer?
Green beer is super simple to make. All you need is a light-coloured beer and a drop of food colouring. Mix them together, and you’ve got the perfect St. Paddy’s Day drink!
Another option is to stock up on cans of Guinness for the traditional Irish beer experience. If you’ve got guests who aren’t big drinkers, consider buying some alcohol-free Guinness. You get the same delicious stout flavour and characteristic dark colour without the hangover.
Whatever beer you choose, beer pong is a must. Although not in any way traditionally Irish, it’s a must-have for every student house party.
A fancy-dress competition is a really simple way to make your St. Paddy’s Day party unforgettable.
If you’re stuck on St. Paddy’s Day outfit ideas, try opting for the classic leprechaun or dressing in the iconic green, white and orange of the Irish flag!
Try getting creative with some homemade jello shots. All you need for these easy jello shots is Irish whiskey, lime juice, sugar, fresh mint, gelatin, and a few hours to set them before your party. They’ll go down a treat!
You can also make incredible non-alcoholic jello shots for your non-drinking guests too.
If you’re struggling with St. Paddy’s Day ideas, a poker night is perfect for keeping your guests occupied.
Drinking and betting real money don’t always go together, so buy some tasty and cheap gold chocolate coins instead.
Creating Irish-themed bingo cards is the perfect way to keep your guests entertained. Just make sure to invest in some extra Guinness cans as a prize for the lucky winner.
Check out this free printable St. Patrick’s Day bingo for some inspiration.
Drinking games are a classic St. Paddy’s Day tradition. Whatever you’re drinking, drinking games are always a lot of fun, and Irish drinking games are no exception. Invest in a few cheap packs of cards and ensure everyone has something to drink – alcoholic or not.
Have a look at these Irish drinking games for some ideas.
This game isn’t just for kids. It’s also a lot of fun for adults too!
The premise is simple. You put on a blindfold and try to pin the shamrock on the giant leprechaun. You’ll just need a green shamrock, a printed-out leprechaun, pins or blue tack, and a blindfold.
Another fun activity that’s not just for kids is a scavenger hunt. Before your guests arrive, hide some stereotypical Irish-themed items. Think chocolate gold coins, four-leafed clovers, and rainbows!
You can write clues or make it a free-for-all. You could even throw in some red herrings to up the difficulty. Hide some three-leafed clovers or incorrect rainbows to throw off your guests!
Some classic Irish music is a must for a St. Paddy’s Day party. Consider checking out the Dubliners, the Chieftains, and The Dublin Folk Band for some ideas for the ultimate house party playlist!
If your guests want something a bit classier than some green beer, why not have a beer tasting with classic Irish beers?
Guinness is a must for any Irish beer tasting, but consider Rosie’s Pale Ale, Smithwick’s Blonde, and O’Hara’s Irish Wheat as some less well-known options.
No St. Paddy’s party would be complete without a themed quiz. Try questions like ‘How much Guinness is drunk annually in Ireland?’ and ‘What was St. Patrick’s real name?’.
This is a slightly insane St. Patrick’s game that involves pushing a cabbage along the ground until you reach the finish line. The twist? You’ll be crawling on your hands and knees and pushing the cabbage with your head!
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Split the Bills promotes responsible drinking. Alcohol products are for ages 18+ only. Please drink in moderation.
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