Katy residents are lucky to have a plethora of events to attend and enjoy on St. Patrick’s Day. Whether it is a movie with family, a cold glass of green beer or a group bike ride, Katy has something for everyone this Saturday. Here are eight area events to consider this weekend:
Friday
1. Cinco Ranch Food Truck Friday and Movie-March
Cinco Ranch by Newland Communities hosts this family-friendly event in Katy. Nonresidents are welcome to attend the event that will feature 13 food trucks serving up a variety of cuisine from pizza and burgers to Greek and seafood. This month’s movie is "Despicable Me 3." Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs. 5-9 p.m. Free. 25202 Springwood Lake Drive, Katy. 281-395-2200.
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2. "Magic: The Gathering" drafts at Fun Stuff Comics and Cards
The newly opened comic and game store will host a standard draft and Masters 25 tournament this weekend for players of the collectible card game. Players may want to show up early in order to register for the tournaments. 7 p.m. $5 standard draft. $30 Masters 25 draft. 5160 Franz Road, Ste. C, Katy.
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3. Adrenaline performs at EinStein’s Pub
Step out for some rock 'n' roll at the local watering hole. The band plays a variety of music, including covers of songs by Pearl Jam in a variety of genres, including metal, country, pop and rap. 10 p.m-2 a.m. No cover. 873 S. Mason Road, Katy. 281-398-6066.
www.einsteinspub.com.
www.adrenalineband.net
Saturday - St. Patrick’s Day
4. Katy Market Day
Start the holiday out with some shopping at vendor booths in downtown Katy. Each month on the Third Saturday, downtown Katy comes alive with vendors and shoppers. Booths sell a variety of goods, including antiques, art, crafts makeup and home decor. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 5712 Second St., Katy. 281-391-1993.
www.katymarketday.com
5. St. Patrick’s Day celebration at Mo’s Irish Pub-Katy
Mo’s starts out the day the Irish way with a traditional Irish breakfast supplemented by a few American classics. Throughout the day, enjoy a green beer while watching live music, Irish dancers and bag pipers. It is recommended that tickets be bought in advance at https://kegsandeggskaty.eventbrite.com to ensure a seat is available. Breakfast: 9:30-11 a.m. Celebration continues until Sunday 2 a.m. $10.99 adults. $4.99 children. 23511 I-10, Katy. 281.665.3535.
http://mosirishpub.com/katy/
6. Crafts and Crawfish at Cane Island
The Real Craftwives of Katy and Cane Island host this event to celebrate mudbug season and a give Katy-area residents a chance to shop for homemade crafts. The craft show will feature goods from more than 60 local vendors, selling clothing and accessories. The crawfish feed will include cold beer. A variety of food trucks will also be on-site. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. No admission. Cost of food varies. 2100 Cane Island Parkway, Katy. 281-725-6555.
www.caneisland.com
Sunday
7. Katy Community Advocates Blood Drive
Donate blood and save a life at the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center. The clinic will be accepting donations of throughout the day to help those in need of transfusions. Walk-ins are welcome, but scheduling in advance is available by calling or registering online. Donors will receive a T-shirt in appreciation for donating. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 1575 S. Grand Parkway, Ste. 600, Katy. 888-482-5663.
www.giveblood.org
8. Katy Cycling Club recovery ride
The biking network's members meet at Alexander Elementary School each Sunday for a less intense ride to let their bodies recuperate from training throughout the week. New members are welcome but should review the club’s riding and liability waiver prior to joining and are encouraged to practice safe cycling. 8 a.m. Free. 6161 S. Fry Road, Katy.
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