Every great St. Patrick's Day party starts with the right decorations and party supplies. Whether you're going all out with a themed bash or keeping things simple with a few friends, the right mix of green, gold, and shamrocks creates the perfect space before the first drink is even poured. We've put together a list of our favorite St. Patrick's Day party decorations to help you celebrate in style and get the celebration started.
Key Takeaways
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Green-themed home decor, like the Minecraft Creeper area rug, doubles as St. Patrick's Day decorations and year-round room essentials — a great investment you can reuse every year.
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Themed drinkware and barware, such as the Gamora Geeki Tikis mug, add a fun pop of green to your party spread while serving as collectible conversation starters.
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Fun accessories like Irish top hats, green wigs, shamrock beads, and necklaces turn any corner into the most popular spot at the celebration.
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Shamrock cutouts, ribbons, and centerpieces are simple, budget-friendly St. Patrick's Day decorations you can make with green paper, gold streamers, and a little creativity.
10 Fun St. Patrick’s Day Party Decoration Ideas To Try
1. Minecraft Green Creeper Square Area Rug | 52 Inches
Looking for St. Patrick's Day decorations that double as year-round home decor? This green Creeper area rug from Minecraft measures approximately 52 inches square and adds a bold pop of green to any space. Made of 100% polyester with bound edges for extra durability, it is built to last well beyond a single celebration.
Place it in the center of your party room, game room, or living area to anchor the green theme. It is a great way to show off your love for Minecraft while keeping the St. Patrick's Day spirit alive — and it is one of the few decorations you can simply reuse every year. You can check out some of the coolest St Patrick's Day gifts here.
2. Minecraft Green Creeper Kids Bed Canopy Hanging Curtain Netting
Take your St. Patrick's Day decorations from the table to the ceiling with this green Creeper bed canopy from Minecraft. The plastic frame features a soft polyester fabric design with a see-through mesh drape, and the overall size is approximately 100 x 180 inches, creating an easy green backdrop for any room.
Hang it over a party space to create a fun photo booth area, or set it up in a bedroom for a festive St. Patrick's Day look that lasts all season. It is an ideal way to add green to your celebration without the hassle of ribbons and streamers everywhere. The canopy creates a statement piece that is well-suited to hosting themed events.
3. Geeki Tikis Guardians Of The Galaxy Gamora Ceramic Mug | Holds 14 Ounces
Green is the color of the day, and this Gamora Geeki Tikis mug from Marvel Studios' Guardians of the Galaxy fits right in. The ceramic tiki-style mug holds approximately 14 ounces and features a vibrant green design inspired by the fan-favorite Guardian — a perfect way to add some fun barware to your St. Patrick's Day celebration.
Use it as a themed drinking mug for the party or set it out as a green accent piece on your bar setup. It is also part of a complete set of Guardians tiki mugs, so you can collect the whole team. This officially licensed Marvel collectible makes a great addition to any St. Patrick's Day party decoration spread.
4. Irish Flag
Make sure to put up miniature Irish flags for your St. Paddy’s Day bash! If you’ve hired a photo booth, have the Irish flag as one of the accessories.
The Irish flag is also pretty easy to do if you are going the DIY route, as you only need to stick green, white, and orange colored paper together. [1]
5. Shamrock Cutouts
Nothing screams St. Patrick’s Day more than the quintessential shamrock. You can do shamrock cutouts from green paper and hang them from the ceiling or blow up shiny green shamrock balloons. [2]
6. Custom Coasters
Serve your St. Paddy’s Day drinks with custom coasters! You can get customized wooden ones carved with traditional Irish sayings, such as “Irish Kisses, Shamrocks, and Wishes” or the classic “Happy St. Patrick’s Day.”
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7. St. Patrick’s Day Centerpieces
Make things more festive by hanging up a big “Happy St. Patrick’s Day” banner right at the heart of the room. Make the centerpiece more eye-catching by adding a shamrock garland banner and golden streamers.
If you want to take things up a notch, create a makeshift rainbow and place a pot of gold with your banner.
You can use simple colored paper for the rainbow and substitute chocolate coins for the gold.
8. Bottle Openers
You can dot your party tables with green bottle openers or distribute them as a giveaway inside a goodie bag.
Many bottle openers come in the shape of a shamrock, which is in theme with the rest of your party and fully functional at the same time.
9. Custom Can Coolers
Like number 8, you can distribute your St. Patrick’s Day custom can coolers as a giveaway inside a goodie bag for your guests or serve them over beer cans.
There are plenty of insulated can coolers with St. Patrick’s Day symbols, such as the word “Lucky” in green or a simple shamrock. Here's what to bring to St Patrick's Day.
10. Green Beads, Hats, and Wearable Accessories
You can have everyone wearing a string of green beads around their necks at your St. Patrick's Day party. Shamrock beads and green beads are easy to find and add instant fun to any outfit. You can add more specialness to each necklace by adding a shamrock pendant.
Take wearable accessories a step further with green costume wigs, leprechaun hats, Irish-themed top hats, or shamrock-shaped sunglasses. Leprechaun hats are always a crowd favorite and come in all styles — from classic green top hats to fun oversized versions. These fun accessories work perfectly as both photo booth props and take-home favors — and your guests will love having something festive to wear throughout the night.
FAQs
How Do You Decorate for a St. Patrick's Day Party?
Decorating for a St. Patrick's Day party is pretty simple — you only need plenty of green elements and the right supplies. Think green plates, green table covers, green cups, and shamrock decorations. Celebrate the holiday by wearing something green, too — beads, hats, and fun accessories help everyone get into the spirit.
Start with your table as the anchor, then build outward with a photo area and an entryway display. You can further embellish your decor by adding Irish elements like shamrocks, ribbons, gold streamers, and chocolate coins.
What Are the Main Symbols of St. Patrick's Day?
The most recognized symbols of St. Patrick's Day are the shamrock, the color green, and the leprechaun. The shamrock has roots in Irish tradition as a symbol of faith and luck, while the color green represents Ireland itself. Leprechauns have become the playful mascot of the holiday across popular culture, and you will find them on everything from hats to decorations.
Other popular symbols include the Celtic cross, the harp (Ireland's official emblem), and the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. Many of these symbols also appear on party supplies, such as printed tableware, ribbons, and accessories.
How Much Should I Budget for St. Patrick's Day Decorations?
According to the National Retail Federation, the average American spends about $44 per person on St. Patrick's Day overall, with 22% of celebrants purchasing decorations specifically. A solid decoration budget for a home celebration is typically $20-$50, depending on whether you go the DIY route or shop for ready-made party supplies.
One smart approach is to invest in 1-2 quality statement pieces — like an inflatable cooler or themed barware — and fill in the rest with affordable basics like green ribbons, streamers, paper shamrocks, and napkins. You can save by shopping early and looking for packs that include multiple St. Patrick's Day decorations.
What St. Patrick's Day Decorations Can I Reuse Every Year?
The best reusable St. Patrick's Day party decorations include themed drinkware (mugs, pint glasses), high-quality banners and garlands, costume accessories such as hats and wigs, and durable inflatables. These items hold up year after year and save you money compared to buying disposable decor each season.
Avoid spending a lot on single-use paper plates, napkins, and plastic tablecloths if reusability is your goal. Instead, mix a few reusable statement pieces with inexpensive disposable basics like ribbons and streamers. Green beads and shamrock necklaces also hold up well and are easy to store.
How Far in Advance Should I Start Decorating for St. Patrick's Day?
Most people wait until the last minute — about 76% of St. Patrick's Day celebrants start planning less than 2 weeks before the holiday. We recommend starting at least a week ahead so you have time to shop for supplies online and tackle simple DIY projects without the stress of a last-minute rush. If you are hosting a larger celebration, give yourself even more time to prepare.
Get Ready To Celebrate St. Patrick's Day
We hope we have inspired you to decorate your space for a memorable St. Patrick's Day celebration. Whether you are hosting a small get-together or a big bash, the right mix of supplies, fun decorations, and accessories creates the ideal atmosphere for a lucky day of celebrating.
The key is to focus on a few standout St. Patrick's Day decorations rather than trying to cover every surface. A quality inflatable cooler, a coordinated table setting with ribbons and tableware, and fun wearable accessories like hats and beads are all you need to set the mood.
There's always a great selection of St. Patrick's Day supplies and collectibles, green elements, and shamrocks where this holiday is concerned. Shop our full collection to find everything you need — with free U.S. shipping on every order.
References:
- https://www.irishcentral.com/roots/history/irish-flag
- https://time.com/5550579/shamrock-history/
