St. Patrick’s Day is an important national holiday in both Ireland and the United States of America. These St. Patrick’s Day trivia questions are a fun addition to the holiday and the run up to it. If you’re celebrating Saint Patrick, why not see how much you know about the history and folklore.
St Patrick’s Day Trivia Questions Round 1
In which US state does the river turn green for St Patrick’s Day?
The Chicago river in Chicago is turned green on St Patrick’s Day
What item did St Patrick use to explain the Holy Trinity?
A three leaf clover was used to explain the Holy Trinity by St Patrick with each leaf representing the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit
Why is St Patrick’s Day held annually on 17th March?
17th March is the day St Patrick died
What was the earliest colour associated with St. Patrick’s Day?
It’s believed that St Patrick originally wore blue
In which cartoon will you find O’Reilly the Leprechaun?
O’Reilly the Leprechaun can be found in the Simpsons
St Patrick’s Day Trivia Questions Round 2
What mythical creature is associated with St. Patrick’s Day?
A leprechaun is associated with St. Patrick’s Day
Which American actor who stars in the Christmas movie The Christmas Chronicles celebrates their birthday on Saint Patrick’s Day?
Kurt Russell was born on 17th March, St. Patrick’s Day
What nationality was Saint Patrick?
Saint Patrick was British
In Irish folklore, what animal is St. Patrick given the credit for for driving out of Ireland?
Snakes
What food served with cabbage is an American-Irish staple eaten on St. Patrick’s Day?
Corned beef is served with cabbage and a popular dish
St Patrick’s Day Trivia Questions Round 3
In which US state is the largest St Patrick’s Day parade held?
New York has the largest St Patrick’s Day parade in America
What is one of the most popular Irish songs played on St Patrick’s Day?
Danny Boy
Decode this St Patrick’s Day anagram – Leader miles
Leader miles = Emerald Isle
What’s the name of the popular Irish drink consumed on St Patrick’s Day?
Guinness
What’s another name for the three leaf clover?
A three leaf clover is also referred to as a shamrock
St Patrick’s Day Trivia Questions Round 4
What alcoholic spirit is added to coffee to make it an Irish coffee?
Whiskey
According to legend, if you catch a leprechaun what will he grant you?
Catching a leprechaun would grant you three wishes
What is the Capital City of Ireland?
Dublin is the Capital City of Ireland
Which sport will you find the mascot Lucky the Leprechaun?
Lucky the Leprechaun is a basketball mascot for the Boston Celtics
What was St Patrick’s birth name?
St Patrick’s birth name was Maewyn Succat
St Patrick’s Day Trivia Questions Round 5
What is the traditional Irish instrument often heard in St. Patrick’s Day music?
The Irish fiddle
What is the Irish term for “cheers” or “to your health” often used when making a toast on St. Patrick’s Day?
Slainte means health in irish
What is the traditional Irish bread often eaten on St. Patrick’s Day, made with soda bicarbonate instead of yeast?
Irish soda bread
Who wrote the Irish ballad Danny Boy?
Frederick Weatherly wrote Danny Boy in 1910
What color is commonly associated with St. Patrick’s Day and is often worn to avoid being pinched?
Green