It’s your lucky day! A leprechaun has left a pot of Golden St. Patrick’s Day Riddles for kids that the whole family can enjoy together! See who can solve the most St. Patrick’s Day riddles!
Riddles are a great activity to pull out when your kids say, “I’m bored!” Their brains get to work to solve the riddle, and you get a few more minutes of peace before they’re bored again!
One of the things I love most about riddles is that they help bridge the gap between my children’s ages. The older kids help the younger ones figure out the answers. The little kids just love spending time with their older siblings! Some of their favorite riddles are these 50+ Cat Riddles and Funny Riddles for Teens.
These St. Patrick’s Day Riddles are perfect for anyone who has a little bit of Irish in their blood. They’ll have you Dublin over with laughter!
For even more St. Patrick’s Laughter and fun, be sure to check out our St. Patrick’s Day Jokes and our Best Leprechaun Riddles!
Best St. Patrick’s Day Riddles for Kids
What kind of bow can’t be tied?
A rainbow!
Why do people wear shamrocks on St. Patrick’s Day?
Real rocks are too heavy.
What do you say if you lose a game on St. Patrick’s Day?
Game clover
Why shouldn’t you iron a four-leaf clover?
You don’t want to press your luck!
What’s the best way to pay for soft drinks on St. Patrick’s Day?
With soda bread.
Where are you guaranteed to find gold on St. Patrick’s Day?
In the dictionary.
Why did St. Patrick drive the snakes out of Ireland?
It was too expensive to fly and too far to walk.
What type of sandwiches should they serve on St. Patrick’s Day?
Paddy melts!
How do you know when a shamrock is jealous?
It will be green with envy!
Why did St. Patrick drive the snakes out of Ireland?
He couldn’t afford plane fare.
Why did St. Patrick drive the snakes out of Ireland?
Because it was too far for them to crawl.
Why do people wear shamrocks on St. Patrick’s Day?
Regular rocks are too heavy.
What do you get when you combine a four-leaf-clover with poison ivy?
A rash of good luck!
What do you call a fake Irish stone?
A sham-rock!
Why do leprechauns enjoy recycling?
Because they like to go green!
What happens when you do an Irish dance at McDonald’s?
You become a Shamrock Shake!
What type of bow can’t be tied?
A rainbow!
What genre of music do leprechauns listen to?
Shamrock “n” roll!
Why do most people wear shamrocks on St. Patrick’s Day?
Because you can’t wear real rocks… They are too heavy!
Why is St. Patrick’s Day a frog’s favorite holiday?
Because they wear green all the time!
Where will you always find gold?
In the dictionary!
What is a leprechaun’s favorite cereal?
Lucky Charms, of course!
What does Ireland have more of than anywhere else?
Irishmen.
What baseball position do leprechauns play?
Shortstop!
Why do you never want to iron a four-leaf-clover?
Because you don’t want to press your luck!
What is Irish and sits on the back porch?
Paddy O”Furniture!
What kind of coin did the leprechaun put in the vending machine?
A lepre-coin!
What did the leprechauns use to get to the moon?
A sham-rocket!
Why is it impossible to ask a leprechaun to borrow money?
They are always a little short!
How can you tell when an Irish person is in a good mood?
They are Dublin over with laughter!
What would happen if you crossed St. Patrick’s Day with Christmas?
You would get St., O’Claus!
Why did the leprechaun get the job as a secretary?
They were good at shorthand!
What did the leprechaun use to get to the pot of gold before the Irishman?
A shortcut!
Why did the leprechaun climb over the rainbow?
To get to the other side!
How can you spot a jealous shamrock?
It will be green with envy!
What do you call a big Irish spider?
Paddy has long legs!
Why do leprechauns prefer dollar bills to coins?
Because they’re green!
Why did the leprechaun turn down the soup?
Because he already had a pot of gold!
Why did the leprechaun walk out of the house?
He wanted to sit on the Paddy O!
Why do leprechauns hate running?
They’d rather jig than jog!
Why are there so many leprechauns florists?
They have green thumbs!
Why do leprechaun’s favorite cereal?
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What happens if you cross poison ivy with a four-leaf clover?
You get a rash of good luck!
What kind of bow can’t be tied?
A rainbow!
How is a good friend like a four-leaf clover?
They’re hard to find!
Why do people wear shamrocks on St. Patrick’s Day?
Regular rocks are too heavy.
What’s big purple and lies next to Ireland?
Grape Britain!
What would you get if you crossed a leprechaun with a Texan?
A pot of chili at the end of the rainbow!
Knock-knock! Who’s there? Irish. Irish who?
Irish you, happy St. Patrick’s Day!
Knock-knock! Who’s there? Warren. Warren who?
Warren anything green for St. Patrick’s Day?
Why do you call an Irish spider?
Paddy O’Long legs
Why do leprechauns dislike leftovers?
They prefer left-clovers!
What’s an Irishman’s favorite room in the house?
The Paddy O!
What kind of music do leprechauns love?
Shamrock.
What happens when a leprechaun loves?
Sham-rock
What happens when leprechauns take a bath?
They get wet!
What did the leprechauns use to get to the moon?
A sham-rocket!
Why is it impossible to ask a leprechaun to borrow money?
They are always a little short.
How can you tell when an Irish person is in a good mood?
They are Dublin over with laughter.
What does Ireland have more of than anywhere else?
Irishmen.
What baseball position do leprechauns play?
Shortstop.
Which five-letter Irish name can be spelled with just two?
KC
What has eyes but can’t see?
A potato
Where can you always find “gold,” but there’s no gold at all?
In the dictionary!
How many gold coins can a leprechaun throw in an empty pot?
One. After that, it’s no longer empty.
When is an Irish potato not an Irish potato?
When it’s a french fry.
A green jacket covers my arms. Don’t ever steal my Lucky Charms. Who am I?
A leprechaun
Yellow and blue combined you’ll see, if you don’t want a pinch, be sure to wear me! What am I?
The color green
I am hidden, but I’m not buried. I hold treasure, but no gems. Leprechauns protect me, but I’m Lucky Charms. What am I?
A pot of gold.
Why do you never iron a four leaf clover? You don’t want to press your luck.
Because real rocks are too heavy.
How is a good friend like a four leaf cover?
They’re hard to find.
Why don’t leprechauns like leftovers?
They prefer left-clovers
How to get out of a fight on St. Patrick’s Day?
Say I’m a clover, not a fighter.
What to say to a losing athlete on St. Paddy’s Day?
It’s not over ‘till it’s clover.
What do you call a leprechaun’s vacation home?
A lepre-condo.
Do leprechauns get angry when you make fun of their height?
Only a little
What did the leprechaun say when the video game ended?
Game clover
What do you call leprechauns who collect aluminum cans, used newspaper, and plastic bottles?
Wee-cyclers
Who can catch a bad leprechaun?
An under-clover cop.
What did the leprechaun say on March 17?
Irish you Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
Why did the leprechaun go outside?
To sit on his paddy-o.
Why do leprechauns recycle?
They like to go green.
What is a leprechaun’s favorite cereal?
Lucky Charms
What type of music do leprechauns love?
Sham-rock and roll.
What happens when a leprechaun falls in a river?
He gets well.
How can you tell if a leprechaun is having a good time?
He’s Dublin over with laughter!
What did the leprechaun do for a living?
He was a short-order cook.
Why can’t you borrow money from a leprechaun?
Because they’re always a little short.
What did the naughty kid say on St. Patrick’s Day?
The leprechauns made me do it!
What is the perfect meal for St. Patrick’s Day?
Green eggs and ham.
What instrument does a show-off play on St. Patrick’s Day?
Brag-pipes.
What do you get if you cross Christmas and St. Patrick’s Day?
St. O’claus
What type of sandwiches should they serve on St. Patrick’s Day?
Paddy melts
Do leprechauns make good secretaries?
Sure, They’re great at shorthand!
When does a leprechaun cross the road?
When it turns green!
Why did the leprechaun climb over the rainbow?
To get to the other side!
What do you call a leprechaun who scams you?
A lepre-con!
How did the leprechaun win the race?
He took a shortcut.
What did the giant say to the leprechaun?
Look up!
What are the best shoes to wear on St. Patrick’s Day?
Lepre-converse.
Do you have even more St. Patrick’s Day riddles for kids that they would love solving? Share them in the comments so we can add them to the list!
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