SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA – Patch has curated fun, interesting and entertaining events across Southern California – from the southernmost tip of San Diego to Orange and Riverside counties to the beaches and valleys of Los Angeles.
Whether you choose an activity close to home or a mini day trip, see what’s planned this weekend from Saturday 12th March to Sunday 13th March.
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“Boy Vey: The Play”: Santa Monica Playhouse, Santa Monica
Friendship Buddies Comedy Showcase: Verdugo Bar, Los Angeles
Hamburg Ballet John Neumeier’s “Bernstein Dances”: The Music Center, Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, Los Angeles
“Hooded or Black for Dummies”: Atwater Village Theatre, Los Angeles
Santa Monica Orchestra: The Eli and Edythe Broad Stage, Santa Monica
Owls are a Hoot: Franklin Canyon Park, Beverly Hills
Paddy O’Brien’s Irish Pub’s St. Patrick’s Parties: Paddy O’Brien’s Irish Pub, Redondo Beach
Playa Vista Farmers Market: Playa Vista Airstrip, Playa Vista
Rockin’ Shamrock 5K, 10K, 15K, Half Marathon: Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica
St. Patrick’s Day Parade: Pier Avenue, Hermosa Beach
St. Patrick’s Day Swing Band Concert: Pasadena Senior Center, Pasadena
“The Wizard of Oz”: Hollywood American Legion Post 43, Los Angeles
Vintage Market and Rooftop Fitness: The Hollywood Roosevelt, Los Angeles
Ballet Folklórico Fest: Virtual via Musco Center for the Arts, Orange
Celtic Festival: Bowers Museum, Santa Ana
Donut Lovers Dream Picnic Brunch: Donut Life Museum, Westminster
Irish Fest in the Beer Garden: Beer Garden at Old World HB, Huntington Beach
Original St. Paddy’s Party: The District, Tustin
Workshop: St. Patty’s Mini Garden: OC Succulents, Irvine
Bad Chemistry: Vail Lake KOA, Temecula
Beer and Hymns Irish Sing-along: Topspin Pizza & Pong, Temecula
Bogart Fun Run: Bogart Regional Park, Cherry Valley
Canyon Crest Friends and Wine Paint Night: Canyon Crest Winery, Riverside
Frozen Juice and Paint Party: Phearless, Moreno Valley
Greater Palm Springs Lions Cub Shamrock 5K and ‘Lil Leprechaun Dash: American Legion Post 519, Palm Springs
Hilltop Shamrock Shuffle: Heritage Hill Venues, Murrieta
Karaoke: Texas Lil’s Mesquite Grill, Temecula
Memorial Crane Project Creator Artist Talk and Reception: CREATE Center For Arts, Palm Desert
Nathan Laube Organ Concert: St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church, Palm Desert
Sheep Shearing Festival: 123 Farm, Cherry Valley
St. Patrick’s Day High Tea: Cottage Tea Parties, Temecula
St Patrick’s Day in Ireland: Yucaipa Performing Arts Center, Yucaipa
Steinway Society Festival Competition for Seniors: Xavier College Preparatory High School, Palm Desert
Still Life Acrylic Painting Class: Lakeland Village Community Center, Lake Elsinore
“Alice in Wonderland”: Poway Center for the Performing Arts, Poway
Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience: Wyland Center, Del Mar Fairgrounds, Del Mar
Cherry Blossom Festival: Japanese Friendship Garden, San Diego
Family Day: ICA San Diego/North, Encinitas
Greg Ito Artist Talk and Opening Reception: ICA San Diego/North, Encinitas
Knights of Columbus St. Patrick’s Dinner: Catholic Church of the Guardian Angels, Santee
Goblin Hunt: Louis Stelzer County Park, Lakeside
Plant water, let the earth grow: Water Conservation Garden, El Cajon
San Diego Leprechaun Run 5K and Kids 1K: Garnet Avenue, Pacific Beach
San Diego ShamROCK Music and Beer Festival: Fifth Avenue and F Street, San Diego
Shamrock Market: Pacific Islander Beer Company, Santee
Spin The Lucky Leprechaun Prize Wheel Event and Lunch: Biggs Harley-Davidson, San Marcos
St. Patrick’s Day Drive-Thru Dinner and Drawing: St. Michael’s Catholic Parish, Holy Family Center, Poway
St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival: Balboa Park, San Diego
St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl and Block Party: Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego
St. Puptrick’s Day Yappy Hour: Bay City Brewing, San Diego
Tainted Love: Belly Up Tavern, Solana Beach
Taj Mahal Quartet: Belly Up Tavern, Solana Beach
The Bulb Fields: The Bulb Fields at Carlsbad Ranch, Carlsbad
Three Person Exhibition: Diana Carey, Bruce Munter and Paul Henry: PHES Gallery, Carlsbad
Tim Bluhm and The Coffis Brother: Museum of Making Music, Karlsbad
TinyFest California: Del Mar Fairgrounds, Del Mar
Tip Top Run: Agua Hedionda Lagoon, Carlsbad
Toga Party Band: Ebullition Brew Works, Vista
Victor Wooten – Bass Extremes with Steve Bailey and Gregg Bissonette: Music Box, San Diego
Voluntary Restoration Event: San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve, Cardiff
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What do Americans think of St Patrick’s day?
Just over half of Americans believe St. Patrick’s Day still projects a positive image of Ireland and Irish culture in the US. Less than 20% felt it made a negative impression while the rest weren’t sure, leaving a clear majority liking the day.
How long is the Kilmainham Jail tour?
The average duration of a visit to the museum and a tour of the prison is 90 minutes. Tours of the building last about an hour. Due to the nature and length of the guided tour, Kilmainham Goal is not recommended for children under the age of 6.
Is Kilmainham Gaol worth a visit? If you are looking for things to do in Dublin and want to learn more about Irish history then Kilmainham Gaol is the place to be. Dublin has a rich and fascinating history and much of it has ties to this popular tourist attraction.
Is Kilmainham Gaol free?
Kilmainham Gaol is open daily from April to September from 9.30am to 6pm. From October to March the prison is open Monday to Saturday from 9.30am to 5.30pm and Sunday from 10am to 6pm. Access is only via the frequent tours, which cost 8 euros for adults (2019 prices).
What is the #1 attraction in Dublin Ireland?
The Guinness Storehouse Dublin’s most popular tourist attraction is an interactive, seven-storey building that showcases the history and process behind Ireland’s most famous export.
What’s Dublin famous for?
Dublin is a warm and welcoming city, known for the friendliness of its people and famous for its craic (‘crack’) – that mixture of wit, humour, intelligence and bitter and crushing insight that has attracted writers, intellectuals and visitors for centuries.
What was filmed at Kilmainham Gaol?
Sitting Target, 1972 (with Oliver Reed) The Mackintosh Man, 1973. The Last Remake of Beau Geste, 1977. The Whistle Blower, 1987.
Why is it called Kilmainham Gaol?
When it was first built in 1796, Kilmainham Gaol was called ‘New Prison’ to distinguish it from the old gaol it was to replace – a cumbersome dungeon just a few hundred yards from the present site. It was officially called the County of Dublin Gaol and was originally run by the County Dublin Grand Jury.
Why is Kilmainham Gaol famous?
Kilmainham Gaol is significant as the site of the 1916 executions of leaders and the imprisonment of many of those involved in the major struggles for independence or reform in the 19th and early 20th centuries.
How do you pronounce Kilmainham Gaol?
Break ‘Kilmainham’ down into sounds: say it out loud and exaggerate the sounds until you can consistently produce them.
What happened Kilmainham Gaol?
Leaders of the uprisings of 1798, 1803, 1848, 1867 and 1916 were arrested and partially executed here. Many members of the Irish Republican movement were also held at Kilmainham Gaol, which was guarded by British troops, during the Anglo-Irish War (1919-21).
Who owned Kilmainham Gaol?
| Priosun Chill Mhaighneann | |
|---|---|
| main hall | |
| coordinates | 53°20’30’N 06°18’34’WCoordinates: 53°20’30’N 06°18’34’W |
| kind | prison museum |
| owner | Public Works Office |
Is Guinness Storehouse free?
Visit the Guinness Storehouse with the Dublin Pass We don’t charge any entry fees on the day – all you have to do is show your pass. Take a self-guided tour of the seven-story warehouse. 10% discount on purchases at 1837 Bar & Brasserie.
How long is the Guinness Storehouse tour? HOW LONG IS THE GUINNESS STOREHOUSE TOUR? We recommend allowing at least 90 minutes to explore with the self-guided experience.
Is the Guinness brewery tour worth it?
Still worth a visit if you don’t like Guinness. I’m not particularly fond of Guinness but thoroughly enjoyed this tour. A well-designed tour takes you through the brewing process before ending up at the bar, where you’ll enjoy great views and your complimentary beer. I especially liked the section with props from the old commercials.
How much does the Guinness factory cost?
The price of a standard adult Guinness Storehouse ticket is €25 for adults, €18.5 for students and seniors (over 65 years old) and €16 for children aged 13-17. Please note that booking is made on a time slot basis.
What is included in the Guinness Storehouse tour?
Tickets for the 3-hour walking tour cost €95 per person and include:
- Guided Access to St…
- An exclusive beer tasting of limited edition beers at the Guinness Open Gate Brewery.
- A guided beer and food tasting.
- Admission for adults to the Guinness Storehouse.
- A parting gift from the Guinness brand.
How much does the Guinness factory cost?
The price of a standard adult Guinness Storehouse ticket is €25 for adults, €18.5 for students and seniors (over 65 years old) and €16 for children aged 13-17. Please note that booking is made on a time slot basis.
Who owns Guinness brewery?
Guinness and its parent company Diageo spent $90 million to convert a large distillery into the Open Gate Brewery and Barrel House.
Who does Guinness pay rent to?
| kind | Privately owned company |
|---|---|
| Products | Guinness draft |
| production output | 82.9 million hectoliters 50.7 million barrels |
| owner | Diageo |
| parent | Diageo (1997–present) |
What is included in the Guinness Storehouse tour?
Tickets for the 3-hour walking tour cost €95 per person and include:
- Guided Access to St…
- An exclusive beer tasting of limited edition beers at the Guinness Open Gate Brewery.
- A guided beer and food tasting.
- Admission for adults to the Guinness Storehouse.
- A parting gift from the Guinness brand.
What happens at the Guinness Storehouse?
| Guinness Storehouse in Dublin | |
|---|---|
| kind | history of brewing |
What is the largest parade in the United States?
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Not only is it the largest parade in the world, it’s also the second oldest in America. Millions of people line the streets of New York to watch as giant floats and balloons depicting all sorts of popular characters make their way through Manhattan.
What is the biggest parade in the world? The longest parade in the world is the Hannoversche Schützenfest, which takes place every year during the Schützenfest in Hanover. The parade is 12 kilometers long with more than 12,000 participants from all over the world, including more than 100 bands and around 70 floats and carriages.
What is the oldest parade?
The Philly St. Patrick’s Day Parade has been around longer than the United States itself. The first parade took place in 1770 in colonial-era Philadelphia, several years before the original Independence Day. This makes it the oldest parade in the country and one that no Philadelphia resident should miss.
What is the oldest parade in the world?
Patrick’s Day Parade is the oldest and largest parade in the world and has grown into a tradition enjoyed by all!
What is the history of parades?
Already around 3000 BC. In the 4th century BC, religious processions were a form of parade; the other type was military: troops were paraded in front of the people to show the men before going into battle, practicing maneuvers, and displaying prisoners and booty after a successful campaign.
Is Gasparilla the third largest parade?
The third largest parade in the United States, the Pirate Parade is attended by 300,000 spectators, many dressed in period pirate attire. The celebrations continue into the evening at the Gasparilla Pirate Fest Street Festival with live music, food and entertainment.
How many Gasparilla parades are there?
In addition to the three major parades, the city hosts many other community events during this time, including the Gasparilla Film Festival, Gasparilla Festival of the Arts, Gasparilla Distance Classic, Gasparilla Music Festival, the Gasparilla Bowl college football game, and a List of many smaller events that …
How big is the Gasparilla parade?
To celebrate their conquest of the city of Tampa, the Captain and his crew share their wealth — glittering pearls, treasure and doubloons — with a lively, enthusiastic crowd along the 4.5-mile parade route.
How many people usually attend Gasparilla?
The average crowd at the main parade is over 300,000 people, with over 1,000,000 attending at least one Gasparilla event.
How long does Gasparilla last?
From the country’s third largest parade to street races and festivals of music, art and film, the entire destination is packed with eight weeks of activity for everyone.
Why does Tampa celebrate Gasparilla?
Named for the pirate Jose Gaspar who terrorized West Florida’s coastal waters in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, Tampa’s annual Gasparilla Celebration begins with the Gasparilla Invasion.
