11 Things to Do This St. Patrick’s Day Weekend in Cleveland

Ari Lennox at House of Blues
With a new album released less than a year ago, Age/Sex/Location, you know the Ari Lennox show's energy will be pure, unadulterated good vibes. With the St. Patrick’s Day parade just a few hours earlier, keep in mind that Downtown will be a flood of happy, cheering Clevelanders. $49.50-$79.50, March 17, 7 p.m., 308 Euclid Ave., Cleveland,houseofblues.com

Butch Please: St. Patty’s Day at Studio West 117
Looking for something a little wilder for the holiday, head down to Symposium Night Club within Studio West 117 for an evening of top-notch Cleveland drag hosted by Karma Couture. Of course, you won’t want to be caught dead without something green on. Free, March 17, 9 p.m., 11794 Detroit Ave., Lakewood,studiowest117.com

Cleveland Cavaliers v. Washington Wizards
You may already be Downtown for St. Patty’s Day, why not bebop over to Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse for a Cavs game before the regular season comes to a close in the next few weeks. Get excited for Friday’s themed promotion, Recycling Night presented by Republic Services. Tickets starting at $32, March 17, 7:30 p.m., 1 Center Court, Cleveland, nba.com/cavaliers

Flanagan’s Wake at Playhouse Square
Head down to Kennedy’s Cabaret for one of the longest-running shows from Cleveland. This improv comedy-laced performance brings audience members into the story as they dictate the narrative surrounding the fictional village of Gaplin, Ireland. The story deals with the passing of Flanagan, a local resident. $29, through April 29, various times, 1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, playhousesquare.org

Gareth Reynolds at Hilarities 4th Street Theatre
For fans of the popular history-comedy podcast The Dollop, you already know Gareth Reynolds has the comedic chops to crack up Cleveland through the night. Listen to the podcast’s most recent episodes on PG&E for a taste of Reynolds’ talent before heading out to Hilarities this weekend for the real deal. $25, March 19, 7 p.m., 2034 E. 4th St., Cleveland, pickwickandfrolic.com

St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawls
If there’s one thing Cleveland knows how to do, it’s throwing back a few collective beers in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day, and really any other holiday. This coming weekend take your pick of the 6th Annual Lucky’s Crawl or the Cleveland Official St. Patrick’s Bar Crawl to satisfy your green brew needs. Check the links for relevant information.

St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at Hofbrauhaus
Rein in St. Patty’s the right way with Hofbrauhaus’ Kegs & Eggs event. Festivities include live entertainment from Clash of the Tartans and Fried Ziwich — and, of course, all the beer you can handle. Don’t miss a photo opportunity with Cleveland’s “largest leprechaun” and special guests Burkes Irish Dance School. Free, March 17, 9 a.m.-midnight, 1550 Chester Ave., Cleveland, hofbrauhauscleveland.com

St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Downtown Cleveland
Bagpipes, dancers, floats and more are singing their way through Downtown this Friday at exactly 1:04 p.m. Check out our 2023 St. Patrick’s Day Guide for even more fun during everyone’s favorite green holiday. Free, March 17, 1:04 p.m., Downtown,stpatricksdaycleveland.com

The Liar at Playhouse Square
Presented by both Cleveland Play House and Case Western Reserve University’s MFA acting program, The Liar invites viewers on a journey alongside the charming but terrible Dorante. Watch as he makes his way through a web of lies and misunderstandings in Paris. $15, March 15-19, various times, 1501 Dodge Court, Cleveland,playhousesquare.org

Third Fridays Art Walk at 78th Street Studios
Explore four levels of unique galleries, studios and performances at this free showcase. Perfect for a date night, the event often hosts food trucks, musicians and pop-up stores, making for a well-rounded evening of art and exploration. Free, March 17, 5-9 p.m., 1300 W. 78th St., Cleveland, 78thstreetstudios.com 

West Side Story in Concert at Severance Hall
Experience this classic story through the beautiful melodies of the Cleveland Orchestra. Conducted by Brett Mitchell, the music walks you through the full movie as it plays behind some of the most talented musicians in The Land. Tickets starting at $47, March 17-19, various times, 11001 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, clevelandorchestra.com