FRIDAY, MARCH 14

St. Patty’s Celebration
Steel Hands Brewing (2350 Foreman St.) invites you to the first night of its three-day St. Patty’s Celebration. Enjoy live music from Martha’s Vault, check out the food specials and sample a wide range of craft beers, including classic green beer or Irish stout. This free event begins at 8 p.m. Visit facebook.com/@steelhandsbrewing for more information.

A Night in Disguise: Roaring Twenties Gala
Stone River (121 Alexander Rd.) hosts a speakeasy-style celebration with “A Night in Disguise: Roaring Twenties Gala.” This event features first-class dining, live music from The Dick Goodwin Orchestra and a silent auction, all to support young stars from the Columbia Children’s Theatre. The event runs from 7 to 11 p.m., and tickets are $100. Visit columbiachildrenstheatre.com/gala for more information.

Willie Wells & BRMG (concert)
Bill’s Music Shop & Pickin’ Parlor (710 Meeting St.) welcomes Willie Wells & BRMG to its Friday night concert stage. The band plays award-winning bluegrass gospel tunes and a few classics and standards from 8 to 9 p.m. Admission is a $10 donation. Visit billsmusicshop.com for more information.

SATURDAY, MARCH 15

MTC Showoff 2025 (concert)
The Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College (7300 College Blvd.) hosts MTC Showoff 2025, a showcase for talented Midlands Technical College students, faculty, staff and alumni. Participants compete for the prestigious title of “Biggest Showoff” and a chance to win $1,000. Showtime is 7:30 p.m., and admission is $15. Visit harbisontheatre.org for more information.

Spring Fling
Wingard’s Market (1403 North Lake Dr.) invites you to its Spring Fling event. Shop for clothing, accessories and arts and crafts from local vendors, and grab a coffee from local favorite The Coffee House from 9 a.m. until noon. South Carolina author Tom Poland, recipient of the Order of the Palmetto, will sign copies of his book South Carolina Reflections. This two-day event begins at 9 a.m. on Friday and is free to attend. Visit wingardsmarket.com/springfling2025 for more information.

St. Paddy’s Day at Savage Craft
Savage Craft Ale Works (430 Center St.) throws a St. Paddy’s Day blowout. Enjoy live music in the beer garden from Barleyjuice, Tuatha Dea and The Bograts, festival-style food with Irish-inspired dishes, games, giveaways and more surprises throughout the day. This free event runs from 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Visit facebook.com/savagecraftaleworks for more information.

LeTron Brantley & Friends (concert)
Chayz Lounge (607 Meeting St.) and saxophonist/bandleader LeTron Brantley invite you to enjoy “The Soul Jazz Experience.” Expect to hear Brantley lead his band through hits and classics by Bill Withers, Marvin Gaye, Earth, Wind & Fire, Natalie Cole and more. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and showtime is 8 p.m. Admission is $30. Dressy attire is required. Visit chayzlounge.com for more information.

SUNDAY, MARCH 16

Mary’s Mobile Market: Artisan Market & Plant Swap
Moore Park (7507 Eastview Dr.) and Mary’s Mobile Market host an artisan market and plant swap. Bring your bulbs, transplants, seeds, houseplants or even chippings to exchange with fellow plant lovers and explore a variety of handmade items from local artisans. Find unique goods, grow your plant collection and connect with the community. This free event runs from noon to 4 p.m. Visit facebook.com/marysmobilemarket for more information.

Rattle & Hum: A Tribute to U2 (concert)
The Icehouse Amphitheater (107 W. Main St.) invites you to an evening of U2 classics as Rattle & Hum: A Tribute to U2 performs iconic hits from albums like The Joshua Tree, Achtung Baby and Rattle & Hum starting at 4 p.m. This event is presented by O’Hara’s Public House, and admission is $24. Visit icehouseamphitheater.com for more information.

MONDAY, MARCH 17

Tap Takeover
Craft & Draft (7583 St. Andrews Rd.) hosts Tap Takeover. This slightly belated St. Patrick’s Day party features brews from Wild Heart Brewing on tap, trivia, games, food and drink specials and more. This free event begins at 6 p.m. Visit wildheartbrewing.com for more information.

TUESDAY, MARCH 18

Historically Speaking
The Lexington County Main Library (5440 Augusta Rd.) hosts another edition of the Historically Speaking lecture series. Each month, staff from the Lexington County Museum discuss a different aspect of Lexington County history. This free event begins at 6:30 p.m. Visit lexingtoncountymuseum.org for more information.

Across the county line

If you’re looking for a family-friendly St. Patrick’s celebration, the City of Newberry has you covered. Head downtown for the Newberry Irish Fling on Friday, March 14. This open-house-style event features bars and restaurants participating throughout downtown. The Irish Fling, which has been running since 2000, is free to attend and begins at 5 p.m. Visit newberryirishfling.com for more information.

If you’re looking to vacation in style, head to Camping World (3634 Fernandina Rd.) for the 2025 RV Expo. Shop a wide selection of new and used RVs and check out the latest accessories and upgrades. This event runs from Friday until Sunday, March 16. Visit shows.campingworld.com for times and admission prices.

Columbia’s biggest annual event, St. Pat’s at Five Points (747 Saluda Ave.), returns Saturday, March 15. The festival celebrates all things green and Gaelic, welcomes the arrival of spring and promotes Five Points businesses. The Southeast’s biggest one-day St. Patrick’s Day celebration features live music, the Get to the Green runs—which range from a one-mile fun run to a 10K—and the St. Pat’s Parade on Devine Street. The fun begins at 7:30 a.m. and runs until 7 p.m. This event is free to attend. Visit stpatscolumbia.com for more information.

The Koger Center for the Arts (1051 Greene St.) hosts LifeChance: The Gala of the Stars on Saturday, March 15. The Columbia Classical Ballet created this benefit gala to raise awareness and funds for charitable causes for more than 25 years. The event brings together some of the world’s top dancers for a one-night-only performance. Showtime is 7:30 p.m., and tickets cost between $20 and $42. Visit kogercenterforthearts.com for more information.

Legendary comedian, actor, author and host Jerry Seinfeld performs at the Township Auditorium (1703 Taylor St.) on Sunday, March 16. Enjoy another hilarious tour through Seinfeld’s observations, annoyances and obsessions. Showtime is 7 p.m., and tickets range from $57.50 to $400 for VIP packages. Visit thetownship.org for more information.