You don’t have to be Irish to enjoy a good shamrock or leprechaun joke on St. Patrick’s Day. All you need is a sense of humor and an open heart. Our roundup of funny St. Patrick’s Day jokes is as good as gold. There are jokes for kids, jokes for adults, dad jokes — even knock-knock jokes! Sharing these riddles and puns is a great way to kick off the March holiday with a smile — even if you’re being pinched.

So don your green, grab a pint (age-willing) and share these clever as a clover jokes all St. Paddy’s Day long. Cheers!

Leprechaun Jokes

leprechauns favorite time of day
Good Housekeeping
  • What is a leprechaun’s favorite time of day? Golden hour.
  • Why did the leprechaun turn down a bowl of soup? He already had a pot of gold.
  • What kind of spells do leprechauns use? Lucky charms.
  • Where do leprechauns hang out? On the paddy-o.
  • Why are leprechauns so fast? They do everything in a pinch.
  • Why do leprechauns hate running? They’d rather jig than jog.
  • What conversation can you expect from a leprechaun? One with a lot of small talk.
  • What position do leprechauns play in baseball? Shortstop.
  • Why are leprechauns hard to get along with? They're short-tempered.
  • When does a leprechaun cross the road? When the light is green.
  • Why do leprechauns love to garden? They have green thumbs.
  • What do you call a leprechaun’s vacation home? A lepre-condo.
  • Why do leprechauns hate amusement parks? They’re too short for the rides.

    St. Patrick’s Day Jokes for Adults

    leprechauns stingy
    Good Housekeeping
    • Why are leprechauns so stingy? They’re always pinching pennies.
    • How do musicians show off on St. Patrick’s Day? They play the brag-pipes.
    • What is St. Patrick’s favorite drink? Green tea.
    • Why are Irish women good gamblers? They have lady luck on their side.
    • Why are leprechauns so earth-conscious? They’re big on going green.
    • How old are leprechauns? Old enough to remember when rainbows were black and white.
    • What did the Irish potato say to his sweetheart? I only have eyes for you.
    • Why can’t you borrow money from a leprechaun? Because they’re always a little short.
    • Why do golfers have a hard time ending their game on St. Patrick’s Day? They refuse to leave the green.
    • What do you call a dishonest Irishman? A lepre-con.
    • Why are the Irish so efficient? They get to the meat and potatoes of a matter.
    • Why are the Irish so healthy? They only eat greens.
    • How do you know you’re at a real Irish St. Patrick’s Day party? When even the priest shows up with a pint!
    • Why did the beer go to college on St. Patrick’s Day? It wanted to be extra stout!
    • What does a leprechaun order at a diner? A Paddy melt.
    • What do you call a bad Irish dance? A jig mistake.
    • Who did Cinderella meet at the St. Patrick’s Day ball? Pinch Charming.
    • What did one Irish ghost say to the other? Top o’ the moaning to ya.
    • When did leprechauns come to America? During the gold rush.
    • Why did the leprechaun put money in a blender? To make liquid gold.
    • How does a leprechaun say farewell? Irish you well!
    • How does a leprechaun work out? By pushing his luck.
    • Why are Irish people so good? They were born with a heart of gold.
    • What is the best month of the year to host a parade? March.
    • How do you get a leprechaun's attention? Say, "Look clover there!"
    • What should you say to someone who is running a St. Patrick’s Day race? Irish you luck!

    Shamrock Jokes

    iron four leaf clover
    Good Housekeeping
    • Why should you never iron a four-leaf clover? You don’t want to press your luck.
    • What do you get when you cross poison ivy with a four-leaf clover? A rash of good luck.
    • How can you spot a jealous shamrock? It’ll be green with envy.
    • Knock knock. Who’s there? Clover. Clover who? Clover here, and I’ll tell you.
    • Why do people wear shamrocks on St. Patrick’s Day? Because real rocks are too heavy.
    • Why are shamrocks so hard to find? They’re underc(l)over.
    • How are good friends like four-leaf clovers? They’re hard to find!
    • How do you tell time on St. Patrick’s Day? Look at a shamclock.
    • Do leprechauns eat leftovers? No, they prefer left-clovers.
    • Besides the Irish jig, what is a leprechaun’s favorite dance? The shamrock shake.
    • What is a leprechaun’s favorite playground game? Red clover.

    St. Patrick’s Day Jokes for Kids

    christmas st patricks day
    Good Housekeeping
    • What would you get if you crossed Christmas with St. Patrick’s Day? St. O’Claus.
    • What do you call an Irish spider? Paddy long legs.
    • What kind of bow can’t be tied? A rainbow.
    • What is a leprechaun's favorite bedtime story? Goldilocks and the Three Bears.
    • What did the leprechaun say when the video game ended? Game clover.
    • What do you call a frog that jumps into a pot of gold? A leap-rechaun.
    • Where do leprechauns post their photos? Insta-sham.
    • What form of potato is an Irishman’s least favorite? French fries.
    • What is a leprechaun’s favorite mode of transportation? A cloverboard!
    • Why are leprechauns so good at karate? They've got a black belt.
    • Did you hear about the leprechaun who won the race? He knew a shortcut.
    • What type of music do leprechauns listen to? Sham-rock 'n' roll.

    St. Patrick’s Day Dad Jokes

    green and sings
    Good Housekeeping
    • What is green and sings? Elvis Parsley.
    • Knock knock. Who’s there? Irish. Irish who? Irish you a happy St. Patrick’s Day!
    • Where can you always find gold? In the dictionary.
    • How can you tell an Irishman is having a good time? He’s Dublin-over with laughter.
    • What does it mean if you find a four-leaf clover? It means you have too much time to kill.
    • What does Ireland have more of than any other country? Irishmen.
    • Knock, knock. Who's there? Ireland. Ireland who? Ireland you some money if you pay me back!
    • What does it mean when you find a horseshoe? Some poor horse has gone barefoot.
    • What do you call a fake diamond in Ireland? A sham-rock.
    • What did the Irishman say to his lass after she broke up with him? I'm already clover it.
    • Knock, knock. Who’s there? Irish stew. Irish stew, who? Irish stew in the name of the law.
    • Did you hear about the leprechaun that opened a store? He's a small business owner now.
    • Mom, I met an Irish boy on St. Patrick’s Day. Oh, really? No, O’Reilly!
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    Kate Franke (she/her) is an editorial assistant in the Hearst Lifestyle Group, covering for Woman's Day and Good Housekeeping. She loves all things lifestyle, home, and market related. Kate has a BAJMC in Magazine Media and BA in Writing from Drake University. She is a proud ASME alum whose work has appeared in Food Network Magazine, The Pioneer Woman Magazine, Better Homes & Gardens, Modern Farmhouse Style, Beautiful Kitchens & Baths, and more. Next to writing, Kate’s two favorite things are chai lattes and pumpkin bread!