If you're looking for something fun to do this weekend (March 15-17), there's plenty of action happening around the Tampa Bay area.
Things to do this Friday (3/15)
Tim McGraw at Amalie Arena
When: 7 p.m.
Where: 401 Channelside Drive, Tampa
Cost: Click here for ticket info
Info: The country singer brings his Standing Room Only Tour to Tampa, joined by Carly Pearce.
Rough Riders Pre-Parade Bash
When: 7 p.m.
Where: 5017 E Washington Street, Tampa
Cost: $25
Info: Join the Rough Riders and The Black Honkeys for a St. Patrick's Day pre-party with complimentary food and drink.
Things to do this Saturday (3/16)
River O' Green Fest
When: 11 a.m.
Where: Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park at 600 N. Ashley Drive, Tampa
Cost: Free
Info: An annual St. Patrick’s Day celebration that turns the Hillsborough River into a bright shade of green and features live music and entertainment.
Country in the Park
When: 12 p.m.
Where: England Brothers Park at 5010 Dave McKay Way, Pinellas Park
Cost: Free
Info: This annual concert event will feature Chris Janson as its headliner and include a trade show, car show and more.
Tampa Bay BT5K
When: 7 a.m.
Where: Al Lopez Park, 4810 North Himes Avenue, Tampa
Cost: Click here for price information
Info: This 5K supports the American Brain Tumor Association, the nation’s oldest nonprofit organization dedicated to brain tumor education, support and research.
Tampa Bay Rowdies Home Opener
When: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Al Lang Stadium, 230 1st Street SE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Cost: Tickets start at $20. Click here for ticket info
Info: The Tampa Bay Rowdies play San Antonio FC in the first home game of the season.
Things to do this Sunday (3/17)
Jazz in the Park
When: 12 p.m.
Where: 801 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota
Cost: $15
Info: Attend this Sunday afternoon concert to kick off the annual Sarasota Jazz Festival.
MOMIX - Alice at the Straz
When: 7 p.m.
Where: 1010 N Macinnes Place, Tampa
Cost: Click here for ticket info
Info: Dance troupe MOMIX interprets Alice in Wonderland using acrobatics, dance, gymnastics and more.
Multiday events
Paddy Fest St. Pete
When: Saturday and Sunday at 12 p.m.
Where: 2634 Bayshore Boulevard, Dunedin
Cost: Free
Info: This two-day festival celebrates all things Irish, featuring lots of Irish food, Irish drinks, traditional step dancing, and live Irish music.
St. Patrick's Day Bash
When: All weekend, starting at 8 p.m. on Friday
Where: 2634 Bayshore Boulevard, Dunedin
Cost: Free
Info: Celebrate St. Patrick's Day weekend with live music, food and a 50/50 raffle.
Chasco Fiesta
When: All weekend, starting at 8 p.m. on Friday
Where: 5443 Main Street, New Port Richey
Cost: $5
Info: This event has food, live music and entertainment, including a street parade, boat parade, car show and 5K run.
