Got a bit of the Irish in you? Love all things green? St Patrick’s Day is on March 17th and there are lots of family-friendly events happening around Metro Vancouver. If we’ve missed a leprechaun-themed event, shoot us an email (vancouver@familyfuncanada.com) and we’ll update our list.

CelticFest Family Fun Day | March 15, 2025

Whether you’re Irish by blood or just Irish for the day, CelticFest is a FREE festival that is fun for the whole family. CelticFest Vancouver Family Day will highlight the vibrant Irish culture with art, music, dance, live performances, and activities for the whole family.  Activities include: face painting, photo booths, and Irish Families play corner, a bouncy castle, interactive storytelling sessions, a visit from the Secret Society of Books truck, and more.

St. Patrick’s Day 5K | March 15, 2025

CelticFest Ceilidh | March 14, 2025

Kick up your heels and celebrate (an early) St. Patrick’s Day with a fabulous Ceilidh. This musical spectacular event is family-friendly and FREE for kids 12 and under. It promises to be a full night of Irish/Scottish music, dance and fun.

Shamrock’N Race | March 16, 2025

Dress up in your best green and gold costumes for a SHAM-rockin’ fun race around Burnaby Lake! There are 3 different options of length so you can decide if you want a leisurely 5K, a more challenging 7K, or if you really want to get the blood pumping– a half-marathon!

Lucky Hat & Bunny Cafe Storytime | March 16, 2025

Bunny Café comes to Petite Forêt Play Café for a special St. Patrick’s Day event! Meet the bunnies and enjoy a special storytime. Three exciting prizes will be drawn out of the “Lucky Hat.” There are two storytimes available; one for ages 2-4 and one for ages 4-7.

St. Patrick’s Day at the Blarney Stone | March 17, 2025

This St. Patrick’s Day, the whole family can enjoy an Irish Brunch at The Blarney Stone from 9am-11am. In addition to delicious food, there will be live entertainment on the stage throughout the day. Get there early though– once the clock hits 5pm The Blarney Stone goes back to being a 19+ spot.