St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner, and people everywhere are gearing up to don their green attire and celebrate Irish culture. Have you been looking for a way to join in the festivities? Look no further than Zipit Forest Adventures!
Watching the St. Patrick’s Day parade and taking time to relax are good ways to spend the day, but picture yourself soaring through the trees with your family, enjoying the revitalising effects of time spent in nature. With Zipit locations in Dublin, Roscommon, and Cork, it’s an ideal way to bond with your family while marking the feast day of Ireland’s patron saint!
Patrick’s Day Traditions with a Twist
St. Patrick’s Day is all about celebrating Irish culture and having fun with family. We’ve all enjoyed the classic traditions of visiting a parade, wearing shamrock-green outfits, and maybe, for the adults, enjoying a tipple too many.
This year, why not put a twist on those traditions? Add an exciting new tradition into the mix: a day of outdoor adventures. No better way to celebrate the greenness of Ireland than by making time to enjoy Ireland’s green spaces! Trade the crowded city streets for towering trees and the usual routine for an action-packed family bonding experience. After all, celebrating is about being together, and at Zipit you’ll be together — up in the air, literally taking your festivities to new heights!
Fun Facts to Get in the Spirit
To get everyone (kids and adults alike) in the St. Paddy’s spirit, here are a few family-friendly fun facts you can share on the ride to Zipit:
- Lucky Shamrocks: The shamrock (a three-leaf clover) is a famous symbol of Ireland. Legend says Saint Patrick used a shamrock to explain the concept of the Holy Trinity. And if you ever find a four-leaf clover, keep it — it’s said to bring extra luck! Maybe you’ll spot a shamrock on the forest floor at Zipit (that counts as double luck, right?).
- Leprechaun Legends: Leprechauns are the cheeky fairies of Irish lore, often portrayed as tiny bearded men in green. They supposedly hide pots of gold at the end of rainbows and grant you three wishes if you catch them. While we can’t promise any actual leprechaun sightings up in the trees, your kids can certainly play make-believe. (Who’s up for a “leprechaun chase” down the zipline?)
- Global Celebration: St. Patrick’s Day isn’t just an Irish holiday — it’s celebrated all over the world. In fact, people in Chicago, USA, even dye their river green every year in celebration. That’s some serious Irish spirit. When you’re gliding over a sparkling green forest at Zipit, you’ll feel like you’re part of that worldwide party — no dyed rivers needed, Mother Nature’s got the green covered.
Now that you’re all pumped up with St. Paddy’s knowledge let’s talk about the thrills waiting for you at Zipit!
Zipit: Where the Forest Turns Green (and Gold!)
Welcome to Zipit Forest Adventures, where Ireland’s natural green scenery meets heart-pounding fun. Zipit is a collection of thrilling treetop courses hidden in beautiful forests — on St. Patrick’s Day, it might just feel like the trees themselves are celebrating with you! Here’s what your family’s adventure could look like at Zipit:
- Climb and Conquer: Tackle ladders up tree trunks and wobble your way across quirky rope bridges like true adventurers. (Parents, this is your chance to feel like a kid again, balancing on a bridge with knees shaking and kids giggling behind you!) You’ll be high off the ground — anywhere from 1 to 20 metres up! Don’t worry, you can start on the easy ones and work your way up as your confidence (and inner leprechaun bravery) grows.
- Swinging Through the Green: Ever wanted to swing from the trees? At Zipit you can! The courses are packed with fun obstacles, so each step of the journey through the forest is an adventure in itself. Maybe pretend you’re swinging over a pit of snakes (we’ll pretend Patrick didn’t already banish them from Ireland) or skipping across clouds — let the kids’ imaginations run wild.
- Zoom on the Ziplines: Finally, the ziplines, the grand finale of many Zipit circuits. You’ll zip from tree to tree, flying through the air with the wind in your hair. It’s the closest thing to catching a ride on a rainbow! Feel the rush as you zoom over the forest floor.
Every activity at Zipit starts and ends at a tree so you’re truly immersed in nature the whole time. It’s an outdoor playground like no other, and on St. Patrick’s Day, you’ll appreciate Ireland’s famous greenery all around you. Consider it a tribute to the Emerald Isle — what better day to enjoy Ireland’s great outdoors than on its most iconic holiday?
All Ages, All Fun: Bring the Whole Clan
One of the best parts of a Zipit adventure is that the whole family can join in. It’s designed for visitors of all ages, which means kids, teens, parents, and even adventurous grandparents can all participate in the fun! Here’s why a Zipit trip is fantastic for families:
- Choose Your Challenge: Zipit offers up to five to six different circuits ranging from closer-to-ground easy routes to sky-high hair-raisers. Younger kids (or cautious grown-ups!) can start on the lower circuits that stay just a few feet off the ground, crossing simple bridges and short ziplines. Older kids and thrill-seeking parents can push themselves on higher platforms – some courses climb as high as 15m up. Everyone gets to pick their comfort level, so nobody is left out of the fun.
- Teamwork & Encouragement: You’ll quickly find that a family that zips together sticks together! It’s all about teamwork up in the trees, whether it’s Dad offering a hand to steady a platform for his daughter or siblings cheering each other on to conquer a tricky cargo net.
- Safe and Sound: Worried about safety? Zipit has trained instructors and top-notch safety gear to keep everyone secure. Before you fly off, the friendly staff gives a quick safety briefing and training. Everyone gets a harness that’s always clipped in, so you can swing and zip with confidence. Parents can breathe easy knowing the adventure is supervised and safe, even as you feel that thrill of doing something adventurous.
- Nature Appreciation: This is not an iPad or TV screen but the real natural world in all its glory. Being out in the forest brings a special kind of calm between the bursts of excitement. You’re not just having fun; you’re also soaking in the beauty of nature together. Who knows, maybe you’ll spot an early spring flower or a songbird serenading your adventure. It’s a lovely way to remind the family that Ireland’s natural treasures are just as magical as its legends.
From the littlest daredevil in your family to the tallest, Zipit makes sure everyone has a blast. Even if someone in the family isn’t up for heights, they can stroll along the forest floor, take pictures, and root for the rest.
Other Things to Do This St. Patrick’s Day
Looking for other active things to do on this St. Patrick’s Day? Why not challenge yourself and run the Aon Mullingar Half-Marathon 2025!? The event proudly supports T .E.A.M. (Temporary Emergency Accommodation Midlands), a charity dedicated to supporting those who find themselves homeless. Test your fitness levels and help raise some money for those in need! You’ll also find a great outpouring of support on the big day, a real festival atmosphere.
Or, for a cultural treat, consider celebrating St.Patrick’s Day Weekend with the National Museum of Ireland. From lunchtime talks to guided tours focused on the symbolism of St. Patrick, there’s a range of events across the National Museum’s sites in Dublin and Co. Mayo. Read their blog on the History of St. Patrick’s Day Customs and Traditions to get yourself into the spirit.
Make This Paddy’s Day Unforgettable
This St. Patrick’s Day, skip the ordinary and go for the extraordinary. Gather up your family (tell them to bring their sense of adventure and their best green gear) and head out to Zipit for a St. Paddy’s celebration you’ll all be talking about for years. From the moment you step into the forest, you’ll feel the holiday magic.
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