This weekend in Coral Spring: St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, live music & more
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Looking for something to do in Coral Springs? We’ve got you covered.
This weekend is packed with family-friendly events that encourage kids and adults to create meaninful memories.
Got a creative streak? Coral Springs Museum of Art is celebrating Youth Art Month with activities, tours and more.
Or, for something more high-energy, head to the inflatable Royal Duck Castle takeover at the Coral Square Mall for hours of adventures for all ages.
Adults looking for a little getaway can check out a wide variety of live music, too — from smooth R&B at Eddie and Vinny’s Coastal Italian to 1980s hair metal at JD’s Bar and Lounge.
Here’s where to find family-friendly events, eat, listen and play in Northwest Broward from Friday, March 13, through Sunday, March 15:
Friday
Coconut Creek Groove ‘n Grub (6 to 9 p.m.)
Catch live music, food trucks and family fun at Sabal Pines Park’s west field, featuring Smooth Santana Tribute Band. Visitors must bring their own seating. Pets are not permitted. Learn more on the City of Coconut Creek website.
Friday at Five band live at Lefty’s (7 p.m.)
Music fans of all stripes can head to the tavern and grill for a mix of classic rock, country, pop, alternative, grunge and reggae party hits. Learn more online.
Rock of Abba takes the stage at Sharkey’s (8 p.m.)
Dance along to hits such as “Dancing Queen” and “Gimme Gimme Gimme” with the South Florida-based Abba cover band. Learn more, view the St. Patrick’s Day weekend menu specials and reserve a table on Facebook.
Live music at Coconut Creek Casino (various times)
The evening’s lineup includes Aces and Kings (Nectar, 7 p.m.), Taylor Byrd (Sunset Grill, 8 p.m.) and Never Say Never (Legends Lounge, 9 p.m.). Learn more on the Coconut Creek Casino events page.
Recurring events
- Baby lapsit storytime and open play (Northwest Regional Library, 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.)
- Life skills, financial literacy for teens (Northwest Regional Library, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.)
Saturday
Orange & Brews meetup (10 to 11 a.m.)
University of Florida alumni in Broward County are invited to Frida Coffee & Deli on W. Sample Road for low-stress networking. Learn more on Facebook.
Celebrate Youth Art Month with Coral Springs Museum of Art (noon to 4 p.m.)
Visit the local arts hub for free children’s pottery, music and character design activities, exhibit tours and storytime. Learn more with our full article on the event.
‘The Little Things in Between’ opening (2 to 5 p.m.)
Celebrate the quiet beauty of everyday life through art with abstract painter Nessie Yara as she officially opens her show at Coral Springs’ public library. Learn more on the Northwest Regional Library events page or Facebook. Explore Yara’s work online and learn more about her inspirations on her portfolio website.
Juici Patties tasting event (1 to 3 p.m.)
Head to 8075 W. Sample Road for free live music and a taste-off between different versions of the golden Jamaican pastries, traditionally filled with seasoned beef or chicken. Learn more on Facebook.
St. Baldrick’s at Sharkey’s (3 to 7 p.m.)
Help fundraise for childhood cancer research and stand in solidarity with patients in and around Coral Springs at this high-energy head-shaving event. Check out the event page for more information.
Krush Party Band at Eddie and Vinny’s (7 to 9 p.m.)
Enjoy smoothed-out Motown, R&B, disco hits at the local restaurant specializing in coastal Italian cuisine. Learn more on Facebook.
Nobody’s Fault at Sharkey’s (8 p.m. to midnight)
Catch classic rock covers from over 60 years of music history, with musical stylings by members Bill Murphy, Rick Friedlander, Mark Knight, Steve Murphy and Paul Green. Learn more on Facebook.
HRD at JD’s (9 p.m.)
Looking for something a little edgier than the standard South Florida classic rock fare? This female-fronted tribute to 1980s hair metal, 90s grunge and 2000s hard rock has you covered. Learn more on Facebook.
Live music at Coconut Creek Casino (various times)
The evening’s lineup includes ABRIA (Nectar, 7 p.m.), The W’s (Sunset Grill, 8 p.m.) and Velvet Riot (Legends Lounge, 9 p.m.). Learn more on the Coconut Creek Casino events page.
Recurring events
- Learn robotics and coding with Sphero Robot (online, 11 a.m. to noon)
- Free tax prep for low- and middle-income households (Northwest Regional Library, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
- Kids read to a therapy dog (Northwest Regional Library, 1 to 2 p.m.)
Sunday
Emerald Society St. Patrick’s Day gala (9 a.m.)
Join Broward County’s foremost Irish heritage nonprofit organization for its annual fundraiser. The morning will feature a traditional Irish breakfast, live music, bagpipes and step dance performances. Gala tickets are available on the Emerald Society’s website for $50 per person, with proceeds benefiting the group’s scholarship fund. Learn more on Facebook.
Parkland Farmers’ Market and Craft Fair (9 a.m. to 1 p.m.)
Head to the Parkland Equestrian Center for everything from locally-grown produce and pantry staples to handcrafted sweet treats, gifts, décor and more. Learn more on the City of Parkland’s website.
St. Paddy’s celebration at Runyon’s (1 to 8 p.m.)
Runyon’s of Coral Springs will host its 41st annual party with live music, corned beef and cabbage, shepherd’s pie, plus Irish whiskeys and beers. The event will feature the Coral Springs Fire Department Fife and Drum Corps, with performances at 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. Learn more on Facebook.
U2, INX2 tribute bands at Sharkey’s (3 p.m.)
Still haven’t gotten your fill of Irish celebrations? U2 tribute band Vertigo is set to take over Sharkey’s Bar and Grill with edgy musical stylings aimed at replicating the original band’s signature sound and movement. Plus, arrive early for “Original Sin,” a tribute to Australian new wave rock band INX2. Learn more on Facebook.
David Lucca y Los Clasicos at Sunset Grill (5 p.m.)
Learn more on the Coconut Creek Casino events page.
Recurring events
- Tamarac farmers’ market (Veterans’ Park, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.)
- Sunday storytime (Barnes & Noble, 2 p.m.)
- Therapeutic fitness class (Eagles’ Haven, 3 p.m.)
Multiple days
“World’s Largest” inflatable bounce house
The Royal Duck Castle is coming to the Coral Square Mall from March 14-22, promising “a one-of-a-kind inflatable adventure.” Built for both children and caregivers to enjoy, the giant inflatable slides, obstacle courses, and bounce arenas encourage families to get active and create lasting memories. Tickets range from $28.99 to $34.99. Learn more on the Royal Duck website.
