It's not easy being green, but it is easy to celebrate St. Paddy's Day! Whether you dress up for the big parade or check out a show in town, here are five events to check out this weekend.
MARCH 16 | KELLER
Lace up your running shoes and get ready to shamROCK the St. Pat’s 5K in Keller! Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just looking for a wee bit of Irish fun, this race is the perfect blend of fitness and festivities. The real pot of gold awaits at the finish, where every finisher will raise their very own St. Patrick’s beer glass and toast to a pint-sized victory! May the road rise to meet you, the wind always be at your back and your beer glass never be empty!
MARCH 16 | BILLY BOB'S
Enter a County state of mind when Josh Turner takes over Billy Bob’s Texas this month! Performing since 2003’s “Long Black Train,” the Platinum-certified artist has produced one chart-topping single after another with the likes of “Would You Go With Me,” “Why Don’t We Just Dance” and “All Over Me.” With his soulful sound and his signature baritone voice, you’ll find that Josh Turner is “Your Man” for a boot-stompin’, hat-tippin’ good time.
DALLAS ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE
MARCH 16 | DALLAS
Paint the town green as Dallas comes alive with the vibrant spirit of the St. Patrick's Day Parade! Immerse yourself in a sea of shamrocks, leprechauns and Irish cheer as you follow the parade route down Greenville Avenue alongside over 125,000 attendees. The streets will be adorned with colorful floats, lively music and a contagious energy that will have you dancing a jig! Bring your friends, don your greenest attire and be a part of the biggest St. Paddy's celebration in Dallas that transforms the city into a Celtic wonderland!
MARCH 14-17 | WINSPEAR OPERA HOUSE
It’s a hard-knock life for Annie and her friends, but at least it makes a great show for the rest of us! Debuting in 1977, this Broadway musical ran for nearly six years and won seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical. With its timeless message of optimism and resilience, Little Orphan Annie’s story resonates with many people of all ages. Its beloved characters and catchy songs provide hope and solace to generations of theater-goers and confidence that tomorrow is always just a day away.
FEBRUARY 16 - MARCH 17 | EULESS
Prepare to be enchanted as Upward Theater Co. takes you on a whimsical and mysterious journey "Into the Woods." Featuring beloved characters like Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood and Jack and the Beanstalk, this fantasy weaves the classic fairy tales you know and love with the complexities of wishes and the consequences that come from them. With a talented cast, enchanting music and a touch of theatrical magic, Upward Theater Co. invites you to join them on this spellbinding adventure through the woods and beyond.