Thursday, March 16
Sonesta Bee Cave hosts Texassissippi Two & Matt McDonald for SXSW
Meridian 98 at Sonesta Bee Cave hosts musicians Texassissippi Two on Thursday and Matt McDonald on Friday. Free. 7-10 p.m. Sonesta Hotel, 12525 Bee Cave Pkwy., Bee Cave. 512-483-5924.
www.facebook.com/meridian98lounge
Willie Nelson’s Luck Reunion
Presented by Southwest Airlines and benefiting Health Alliance for Austin Musicians, the one-day event showcases more than 40 artists alongside specialty pop-up shops, local food vendors and beverage purveyors. The lineup includes Willie Nelson & Family; Lukas Nelson and Promise of the Real; Insects vs. Robots; Lily Meola; and Conor Oberst and Friends, featuring M. Ward and The Felice Brothers. $70. 11:30 a.m.-11:30 p.m. Willie Nelson’s Luck, Texas Ranch, 1100 Bee Creek Road, Spicewood.
www.luckreunion.com
Friday, March 17
St. Patrick’s Day music at LT Corner Pub
LT Corner Pub celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with live Celtic music by the duo of Jyl Hershman-Ross and Tom Delaney, starting at 6 p.m. Irish musicians Sara E. Cullen and Eunan Gallagher perform at 8 p.m. The night's menu includes corned beef, cabbage and Reuben sandwiches. Free entry. 6-11 p.m. 1310 RR 620, Ste. B12, Lakeway. 512-961-5674.
www.ltcornerpub.com
WORTH THE TRIP! St. Patrick’s Day Party in downtown Austin
The all-day festival takes over Fourth Street and includes multiple venues, food tents and live music throughout the day. $15 (ticket). 6 a.m. (Kegs and Eggs), noon-midnight (street party), midnight-2 a.m. (Fado Irish Pub). Fadó Irish Pub, 214 W. Fourth Street, Austin. 512-457-0172.
www.fadoirishpub.com
WORTH THE TRIP! St. Patrick’s Day at Rock Rose
Jack & Ginger’s Irish Pub celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with 82 beers on tap (including green beer), Irish and American comfort foods, live music on an outdoor stage, an Irish jig-off and bagpipes. $10 (cover charge begins at 1 p.m., price increases throughout the day). 10 a.m.-2 a.m. Jack & Ginger’s Irish Pub, 11500 Rock Rose Ave., Austin. 512-350-3738.
www.jackandgingers.pub
Saturday, March 18
Lakeway blood drive
Lakeway Civic Corporation and We Are Blood conducts a blood drive. Appointments can be made online but walk-ins are welcome. Free. 8 a.m.-noon. Lakeway Church, 2203 Lakeway Blvd., Lakeway. 512-261-9055.
www.inyourhands.org
WORTH THE TRIP! Texas Night Sky Festival
The second annual Texas Night Sky Festival aims to increase the appreciation of the night sky and the world with science activities and speakers. There are also school projects and exhibits about good lighting. Free. 2-10 p.m. Dripping Springs Ranch Park and Event Center, 1042 Event Center Drive, Dripping Springs. 512-858-4725.
www.texasnightskyfestival.org
Sunday, March 19
Lone Star Farmers Market
Open every Sunday, over 40 local vendors offer fresh greens, homemade food and baked goods. The dog-friendly venue also features music, kids activities and samples. Free.
10 a.m.-2 p.m. Shops at the Galleria, 12611 Shops Pkwy., Bee Cave. 512-924-7503.
www.lonestarfarmersmarket.com
