LAS VEGAS (KTNV) – This week we have a special edition of the community calendar dedicated to St. Patrick’s Day. It includes everything you love about the Las Vegas Valley weekly list of things to do, plus the added bonus of festive activities!
Whether it’s live music, family-friendly entertainment, local farmers’ markets, or new ways to get some fresh air and sun, a great weekend away with friends and family is never hard to pull off with the help of our community calendar.
Here we highlight community-focused events the whole family can enjoy for less than $25.
ART DISTRICT, DOWNTOWN
ShamRock St. Patrick’s Day Bash
Enjoy free festive entertainment during Fremont Street Experiences’ St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. Some of the experiences include a firefighter parade and challenge, flash mob, Celtic dancers, specialty drinks and live music. 19 bands will perform at ShamRock including The Arcana Kings, Celtic Rockers, Whiskey Galore, Finnegan’s Wake, Darby O’Gill and the Little People, The Angry Brian’s and Swainn. Learn more at VegasExperience.com.
- 16-20 March
- Fremont Street Experience
- For free
CENTRAL VALLEY
St. Patrick’s Day treats at Pinkbox Donuts
Pinkbox offers a range of festive creations! Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with treats sweeter than a pot of gold. They are available from March 1st to March 17th at locations throughout the valley and in Primm.
- 1st-17th March
- 3990 East Sunset Road in Southeast Las Vegas
- 10510 South Eastern Ave in Henderson
- 7531 West Lake Mead Blvd in the Summerlin area
- 9435 West Tropicana Avenue in Southwest Las Vegas
- At Allegiant Stadium
- At Siegel’s Bagelmania at 252 Convention Center Drive
- 31881 South Las Vegas Boulevard in Primm
Ayiti: Stories and Songs from Haiti with Inez Barlatier and Her Family Band
Taking place on March 20th from 11:00am to 12:00pm at the West Las Vegas Library. Here is the description from the library’s website: Hailing from Miami, Inez Barlatier is a multifaceted performer of Ayisyen (Haitian). In Ayiti: Stories and Songs from Haiti, she celebrates Haitian arts and culture through vigorous drumming and singing, colorful costumes and traditional dances, folk tales and visual arts. Songs and phrases in Creole deal with themes of community and gratitude. Accompanied on stage by her father Jan Sebon, master Ayisyen percussionist and other talented young artists, Inez takes children on a journey to a land steeped in history that is often overlooked.
- March, 20th
- 11 a.m. to 12 p.m
- West Las Vegas Library at 951 West Lake Mead Blvd
- Ages 5-11
- Free and open to the public. Space may be limited and tickets may be required. For more information, please call the library department at (702) 507-3980
EAST VALLEY
St. Patrick’s Day treats at Pinkbox Donuts
Pinkbox offers a range of festive creations! Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with treats sweeter than a pot of gold. They are available from March 1st to March 17th at locations throughout the valley and in Primm.
- 1st-17th March
- 3990 East Sunset Road in Southeast Las Vegas
- 10510 South Eastern Ave in Henderson
- 7531 West Lake Mead Blvd in the Summerlin area
- 9435 West Tropicana Avenue in Southwest Las Vegas
- At Allegiant Stadium
- At Siegel’s Bagelmania at 252 Convention Center Drive
- 31881 South Las Vegas Boulevard in Primm
Smash Bros tournament
Takes place on March 14 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the East Las Vegas Library. Here’s how it’s described on the library’s website: Bring your gaming skills to this ultimate Smash Bros tournament and see if you have what it takes to win first prize! Age 12-17
- the 14th of March
- 4-6 p.m
- East Las Vegas Library at 2851 East Bonanza Road
- For free
- Age 12-17
Between Tuesday: Comic Book Club
Takes place on March 15 from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Clark County Library. Here’s how it’s described on the library’s website: Want to hang out with your friends and actually do something? Then look no further than Tween Tuesdays! Today we are dealing with comics and graphic novels. Don’t forget to bring your favorite to share!
- March, 15
- 4-5 p.m
- Clark County Library at 1401 East Flamingo Road
- For free
Women take the lead: The equality of women reflected in art
A screening of the film at the Clark County Library on March 16 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Here is the description on the library’s website: “Women Take the Lead: Women’s Equality As Reflected in the Arts” is a film that discusses the health benefits of synchronous group movement. These benefits go well beyond the usual benefits of exercise. This film contains interviews and lively salsa performances. Running time: 55 minutes. Admission free and open to the public. For more information please call 702-507-3459.
- March 16th
- 7-8 p.m
- Clark County Library at 1401 East Flamingo Road
- For free
The Women’s Adventure Film Tour 2021/2022
Taking place March 19 from 2pm to 4pm at the Clark County Library. Here is the description on the library’s website: The Women’s Adventure Film Tour is a celebration of the inspiring women around us who are doing extraordinary things in the name of adventure. Launched in 2017, this Australian short film festival has grown into a global success with screenings in Australia, New Zealand, the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Switzerland, Italy, Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan, India and more. Enjoy an afternoon of female-focused adventure movies and bring your friends! The program is free and open to the public. For more information please call 702.507.3459.
- 19th March
- 2-4 p.m
- Clark County Library at 1401 East Flamingo Road
- For free
Ken Kline: Still life
A native of Las Vegas, Ken Kline uses trompe l’oeil techniques to create realistic still lifes of personal and family objects. “My goal is to create topics that are interesting. Any viewer may find some more appealing than others. I construct each painting in oil on board using personal and family items that are precious memories,” he said. Kline’s work is on view at the Whitney Library through March 29.
- Whitney Library at 5175 E. Tropicana Ave.
- Free and open to the public.
NORTH LAS VEGAS
Remains of Bryan Ritchie
An art exhibit featuring the work of Bryan Ritchie at the Artspace Gallery, located upstairs above the main entrance of the College of Southern Nevada’s North Las Vegas campus. The show is free and open to the public.
- Until March 19th
- Artist talk and reception on March 14 from 8pm to 8pm
- Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.; Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m
- CSN campus at 3200 East Cheyenne Avenue
NORTHWEST LAS VEGAS, SUMMERLIN
Desert Companion: 2021 Focus on Nevada Photo Showcase
Photos selected for the annual Desert Companion Focus on Nevada Photo Contest. The photos, submitted by both amateur and professional photographers, represent the spirit of Nevada through images of the desert landscape and wildlife, the distinctive Las Vegas architecture and the people who live and work here. Desert Companion is an award-winning lifestyle journalism and design urban magazine that celebrates the aspirations, passions and aspirations of Southern Nevada residents. On view at the Centennial Hills Library through March 27.
- Until March 27th
- Centennial Hills at 6711 North Buffalo Drive
- Free and open to the public
SOUTH VALLEY, HENDERSON
St. Patrick’s Day treats at Pinkbox Donuts
Pinkbox offers a range of festive creations! Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with treats sweeter than a pot of gold. They are available from March 1st to March 17th at locations throughout the valley and in Primm.
- 1st-17th March
- 3990 East Sunset Road in Southeast Las Vegas
- 10510 South Eastern Ave in Henderson
- 7531 West Lake Mead Blvd in the Summerlin area
- 9435 West Tropicana Avenue in Southwest Las Vegas
- At Allegiant Stadium
- At Siegel’s Bagelmania at 252 Convention Center Drive
- 31881 South Las Vegas Boulevard in Primm
Pink box donuts
Henderson Spring Forward Family Music Festival
A brand new family music festival is coming to The City of Henderson. According to the city, the Henderson Spring Forward Family Music Festival is a family-friendly event with festivities for children of all ages. The Amazing Max, a popular children’s magician and comedian who has appeared on Nickelodeon, National Geographic’s Brain Games and America’s Got Talent, will host the free festival featuring the following award-winning children’s music artists and entertainers including Inez Barlatier, Brady Rymer, The lucky gang, the secret service! and Jazzy Ash & Leaping Lizards. Learn more at CityOfHenderson.com
- 19th March
- 10 a.m. to 5 p.m
- Water Street Plaza at 240 South Water Street
- For free
Henderson Farmers Markets
Shop for fresh produce and wholesome, handcrafted products from a curated collection of local vendors. The City of Henderson puts together a series of farmers’ markets in different locations, each with their own special experiences – from group fitness classes to family activities and more. The market plans are as follows:
- Cornerstone Park (1600 Wigwam Pkwy.): Tuesdays 9am to 2pm; First and third Saturday of the month from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m
- Water Street Plaza (240 S. Water St.): Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m
- Mission Hills Park (551 Mission Dr.): Wednesdays from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m
- Dollar Loan Center (200 S. Green Valley Pkwy.): Last Friday of each month from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.,
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