By Chip Chandler — Producer

You won't need the luck of the Irish to find fun in Amarillo over the St. Patrick's holiday weekend. Check here for a complete guide to all your options!

Thursday

Events/Activities

Prairie Dogs: Talk of the Town: Learn about the black-tailed prairie dog's role in the prairie ecosystem at the Honey Flat prairie dog town. (10 a.m. Thursday, Caprock Canyons State Park, 850 Caprock Canyons State Park Road near Quitaque. Admission $4. 806-455-1492) 

Berry Loop Hike: Meet at Chinaberry Day Use area for this moderate, 1.5-mile hike at Palo Duro Canyon. (10 a.m. Thursday, Palo Duro Canyon State Park, 12 miles east of Canyon on Texas Highway 217. Free with park admission of $5. 806-488-2227)

Sounds of the Body: Donate blood with Coffee Memorial Blood Center from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., and discover the sounds of creatures during an animal show from Fish Pros. Part of Discovery Center's Spring Break Spectacular: Sounds of the Community. (1 to 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Don Harrington Discovery Center, 1200 Streit Drive. Free with admission of $11 for adults, $8 children 2 to 12, students, military and seniors. 806-355-9547)

Canyon Driving Tour: Take a guided tour through Palo Duro Canyon State Park and learn about its flora, fauna, geology and history. Limited to first 14 people; a waiting list will be used, and passengers must be old enough to ride in van without a car or booster seat. Meet at the gatehouse. (1 p.m. Thursday, Palo Duro Canyon State Park, 12 miles east of Canyon on Texas Highway 217. Free with park admission of $5. 806-488-2227)

Trailway Tour: Take a guided vehicle tour of the historic Caprock Canyons Trailway. Reservations are required. (2 p.m. Thursday, Caprock Canyons State Park, 850 Caprock Canyons State Park Road near Quitaque. Park admission $4; tours $10. 806-455-1492)

We Will Survive!: Take part in a puzzle-solving teamwork activity. Space is limited. (11 a.m. Thursday, Amarillo Public Library Southwest Branch, 6801 S.W. 45th Ave. Free. 806-359-2088)

Water Bottle Bird Feeders: Learn how to turn recycled water bottles into bird feeders at this activity at Palo Duro Canyon's Wolfberry Day Use Area. Supplies will be provided. (1 p.m. Thursday, Palo Duro Canyon State Park, 12 miles east of Canyon on Texas Highway 217. Free with park admission of $5. 806-488-2227)

St. Patrick's Day Celebration: Shamrock's official holiday celebration kicks off with an invitational track meet. (3:30 p.m. Thursday, El Paso Stadium in Shamrock. 806-256-2501)

Lion Around the Library: Enjoy lion stories and make your own lion pillow. (4 p.m. Thursday, Amarillo Public Library North Branch, 1500 N.E. 24th Ave. Free. 806-381-7931)

Texas State Bison Herd: Learn more about the state's official herd in this special presentation. (8 p.m. Thursday, Caprock Canyons State Park, 850 Caprock Canyons State Park Road near Quitaque. Admission $4. 806-455-1492)

Music

Amarillo folk singer-songwriter Yvonne Perea will perform at 5:30 p.m. at La Bella's, 3801 S. Olsen Blvd. No cover. Call 806-352-5050.

Amarillo combo The Robert Hinds Duo will perform at 6 p.m. at Esquire Jazz Club, 626 S. Polk St. Cover $5 at 7 p.m. Call 806-584-9571.

Amarillo classic rock band The Solano Project will perform at 6 p.m. at J's Grill & Bar (formerly 7 Bar & Grill), 3130 S. Soncy Road. No cover. Call 806-358-2222.

Amarillo folk singer-songwriter Andy Chase performs at 6 p.m. at Leal's, 1619 S. Kentucky St. No cover. Call 806-359-5959.

Amarillo country singers Buster Bledsoe and Colton Wilcher will host open-mic night at 7 p.m. at Smokey Joe's, 2903 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. Call 806-331-6698.

Amarillo band Love Shine performs at 7 p.m. at the Amarillo Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1475, 1401 S.W. Eighth Ave. Cover $5. Call 806-373-3521.

Amarillo country band Kickshikers play at 7 p.m. at Western Horseman Club, 2501 E. Interstate 40. Cover $5 for men, free for women. Call 806-379-6555, ext. 2999.

DJ Al-B will spin at 8 p.m. at Broken Spoke Lounge, 3101 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. Call 806-373-9149.

Amarillo combo The Austin Brazille Trio will perform at 8 p.m. at Esquire Jazz Club, 626 S. Polk St. Cover $5. Call 806-584-9571.

Amarillo singer-songwriter Ray Wilson plays at 8 p.m. at Long Wooden Spoon Brewing, 4098 Business Park Drive. No cover. Call 806-553-0397.

DJ Atomic spins at 9 p.m. at Atomic Sports Grill & Bar, 2523 Brittain Drive. No cover. Call 806-355-2100.

DJs Kraze and Glitter will host karaoke at 9 p.m. at Austin's Texas Pub, 3121 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. Call 806-803-9063.

Amarillo country singer Danny Ruiz hosts open-mic night at 9 p.m. at Cowboy Gelato Smokehouse, 6103 S. Coulter St., Suite 200. No cover. Call 806-376-5286.

Karaoke is featured at 9 p.m. at Duke Tracy's, 3101 S.W. 26th Ave. No cover. Call 806-351-0757.

Atlanta-based Americana singer-songwriter Reverend Hylton will perform at 9 p.m. at The 806 Coffee + Lounge, 2812 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. Call 806-322-1806. (Part of SXSanJac Music Festival)

DJ Bert Zuniga spins at 9 p.m. at Old Buster's Lounge, 2204 S.E. 24th Ave. No cover. Call 806-379-8100.

Jim Bean hosts an open-mic night at 9 p.m. at 6th Street Saloon, 609 S. Independence St. No cover. Call 806-356-0873.

B-Man's Karaoke is featured at 9 p.m. at Buffalo's Cafe, 2811 Fourth Ave. in Canyon. No cover. Call 806-655-4400.

Lil T Karaoke is featured at 9 p.m. at House Bar, 1219 S.W. 10th Ave. No cover. Call 806-677-6450.

Albuquerque funk band Merican Slang and reggae band Mondo Vibrations will perform at 10 p.m. at Leftwood's, 2511 S.W. Sixth Ave. Cover $5. Call 806-367-9840. (Part of SXSanJac Music Festival)

Angelrey hosts Throwback Thursdays at 10 p.m. at The Spot, 4001 E. Interstate 40.

DJ service All About Music will spin at 11 p.m. at Fast Eddie's, 1619 S. Kentucky St. No cover. Call 806-590-7235.

Movies

Advance tickets are on sale now for Christian biopic I Can Only Imagine, which tells the story of MercyMe lead singer Bart Millard; gay teen romance Love, Simon; and action-adventure remake Tomb Raider with Alicia Vikander.

Friday

Events/Activities

Western Antiques & Collectibles Show: Outfit your house with all kinds of western gear at this annual show and auction. (9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday; continues through Sunday. Amarillo Civic Center Complex Heritage Ballroom, 401 S. Buchanan St. Free. 517-568-4188)

Prairie Safari: Learn about the prairie ecosystem, including bison, black-tailed prairie dogs and more. Space is limited; reservations required. (10 a.m. Friday, Caprock Canyons State Park, 850 Caprock Canyons State Park Road near Quitaque. Park admission $4. 806-455-1492)

We Can Take It! The CCC in Palo Duro Canyon: Learn about the contribution of the Civilian Conservation Corps in the building of Palo Duro Canyon State Park in a presentation and hike down the CCC trail. Dress for the weather, wear good hiking shoes and bring plenty of water. Meet at El Coronado Lodge visitor center. (10 a.m. Friday, Palo Duro Canyon State Park, 12 miles east of Canyon on Texas Highway 217. Free with park admission of $5. 806-488-2227)

Sounds of Rescue: Learn about ambulances, police cars and fire safety. Part of Discovery Center's Spring Break Spectacular: Sounds of the Community. (1 to 4:30 p.m. Friday, Don Harrington Discovery Center, 1200 Streit Drive. Free with admission of $11 for adults, $8 children 2 to 12, students, military and seniors. 806-355-9547)

Crafty Leprechaun: Take part in St. Patrick's Day activities and enjoy stories and gold slime. (2 p.m. Friday, Amarillo Public Library Downtown Branch, 413 S.E. Fourth Ave. Free. 806-378-3054)

Tour of the Park: Drive through Caprock Canyons with a park ranger. Space is limited; reservations required. (2 p.m. Friday, Caprock Canyons State Park, 850 Caprock Canyons State Park Road near Quitaque. Park admission $4. 806-455-1492)

Atlatl in the Afternoon: Learn about the atlatl, the main hunting tool in prehistoric times, in this event at Palo Duro Canyon State Park. Dress comfortably for the weather, wear hiking boots or shoes, and bring water. Meet at park headquarters. (3 p.m. Friday, Palo Duro Canyon State Park, 12 miles east of Canyon on Texas Highway 217. Free with park admission of $5. 806-488-2227)

St. Patrick's Day Celebration: Festivities in Shamrock continue with the 4 p.m. opening of the carnival behind Bartlett’s, 100 E. Railroad Ave., and a kickoff banquet at 6:30 p.m. at the Shamrock Community Center, 911 S. Main St. Tickets are $15 and $20 at the door. Friday's activities end with a 9 p.m. dance with Amarillo rockers Mind Plays at the Shamrock Country Club, 900 N. Wall St. (4 p.m. to midnight Friday, locations and costs vary. 806-256-2501)

Caprock Critters: Learn about the wildlife species living at Caprock Canyons. (8 p.m. Friday, Caprock Canyons State Park, 850 Caprock Canyons State Park Road near Quitaque. Park admission $4. 806-455-1492)

Lucky Charms: This burlesque cabaret featuring the Bomb City Pretties and friends will feature live music, drag, comedy and more. (10 p.m. Friday, RR Bar, 701 S. Georgia St. Cover $10)

Music

West Texas singer-songwriter Chad Miller will perform at 6 p.m. at Bar Z Winery, 19290 Farm-to-Market Road 1541. J&L Good Grubs food truck will be on site. Cover $10. Call 806-488-2214.

Amarillo bluesman Stew Moss performs at 6 p.m. at The Big Texan Steak Ranch, 7701 E. Interstate 40. No cover. Call 806-372-6000.

Amarillo jazz performers Nate Smith and Laura Cundy will perform at 6 p.m. at Esquire Jazz Club, 626 S. Polk St. Cover $10 at 7 p.m. Call 806-584-9571.

Mariachi band Pete Y Los Releros performs at 6:30 p.m. at Bracero's Mexican Bar & Grill, 2822 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. Call 806-220-2395.

Mariachi band El Trio Cortez performs at 7 p.m. at Acapulco Mexican Restaurant, 727 S. Polk St. No cover. Call 806-373-8889.

Amarillo singer John Tice will perform at 7 p.m. at Moondoggy's Pizza & Pub, 626 S. Polk St. No cover. Call 806-350-1400.

Amarillo singer-songwriter Andy Chase performs at 7 p.m. at Napoli's Italian Restaurant, 700 S. Taylor St. Call 806-220-2588.

Amarillo jazz combo The Robert Hinds Quartet will perform at 8 p.m. at Esquire Jazz Club, 626 S. Polk St. Cover $10. Call 806-584-9571.

The Killer Dueling Pianos performers will play at 8 p.m. at I Don't Know Sports Bar & Grill, 1301 S.W. Sixth Ave. Cover. Call 806-331-7985.

Amarillo classic rock band The Solano Project will play at 8 p.m. at Joe Daddy's, 2108 Paramount Blvd. No cover. Call 806-463-7900.

Amarillo combo Polk Street Jazz will perform at 8 p.m. at Metropolitan — A Speakeasy, 9181 Town Square Blvd. No cover. Call 806-242-0117.

Amarillo rock band Boss 420 will perform at 8 p.m. at Smokey Joe's, 2903 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. Call 806-331-6698.

Rocker Tino Drima will perform at 8:30 p.m. and Georgia-based country band Few Miles South will perform at 10 p.m. at Golden Light Cantina, 2906 S.W. Sixth Ave. Cover. Call 806-374-9237. (Part of SXSanJac Music Festival)

DJ Atomic spins at 9 p.m. at Atomic Sports Grill & Bar, 2523 Brittain Drive. No cover. Call 806-355-2100.

DJ Oni spins for Flashback Fridays at 9 p.m. at Bodega's, 709 S. Polk St. No cover. 806-378-5790. 

B-Man's Karaoke is featured at 9 p.m. at Buckles Lounge, 6800 E. Interstate 40. No cover. Call 806-379-8064.

Karaoke is featured at 9 p.m. at Duke Tracy's, 3101 S.W. 26th Ave. No cover. Call 806-351-0757.

Lubbock psychedelic band Indica Children will perform at 9 p.m. at The 806 Coffee + Lounge, 2812 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. Call 806-322-1806. (Part of SXSanJac Music Festival)

Lil T Karaoke is featured at 9 p.m. at House Bar, 1219 S.W. 10th Ave. No cover. Call 806-677-6450.

DJ Tino D is featured at 9 p.m. at Lupita's Bar & Grill, 316 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. Call 806-350-7705.

DJ Chancho will spin at Ladies Night at 9 p.m. at Mulligan's Pub, 2511 Paramount Blvd. Cover $5. Call 806-367-8428.

DJ Bert Zuniga spins at 9 p.m. at Old Buster's Lounge, 2204 S.E. 24th Ave. No cover. Call 806-379-8100.

Karaoke is featured at 9 p.m. at The Pine Shed, 5342 Canyon Dr. No cover. Call 806-352-2446.

Amarillo country band Texas Tumbleweed Junction will perform at 9 p.m. at 6th Street Saloon, 609 S. Independence St. Cover $5 for guys and free for women. Call 806-356-0873.

DJ G will spin at 9 p.m. at Tejano Wild West, 1200 S.E. 10th Ave. Call 806-340-3313.

DJ Ted will spin at 9:30 p.m. at Western Horseman Club, 2501 E. Interstate 40. Cover $5 for men, free for women. Call 806-379-6555, ext. 2999.

Karaoke will be featured at 10 p.m. at Austin's Texas Pub, 3121 S.W. Sixth Ave. Call 806-803-9063.

DJ service All About Music will spin at 10 p.m. at Fast Eddie's, 1619 S. Kentucky St. No cover. Call 806-590-7235.

Red Dirt favorites Jason Boland & The Stragglers will perform at 10 p.m. at Hoots Pub, 2424 Hobbs Road. Cover.

L.A.-based hip-hop artist Abstract Rude will perform at 10 p.m. at Leftwood's, 2511 S.W. Sixth Ave. Cover $5. Call 806-367-9840. (Part of SXSanJac Music Festival)

Amarillo alt-rock band Jars of Sound will perform at 10 p.m. at Skooterz, 4100 Bushland Blvd. Cover. Call 806-355-6600.

Dance at The Latin Spot with DJ Ramon at 10 p.m. at The Spot, 4001 E. Interstate 40.

Utah-based country act The Wayne Hoskins Band will perform at 10 p.m. at Whiskey River, 4001 S.W. 51st Ave. Cover $7 for men, free for women. Call 806-367-6163.

Saturday

Events/Activities

Wiley Hicks Jr. Memorial Roping: Catch top ropers in action in this benefit for Hope & Healing Place. (7:30 a.m. Saturday; continues Sunday. Amarillo National Center at Amarillo Tri-State Fairgrounds, 3301 S.E. 10th Ave. Free. 806-376-7767)

Bird Walk & Talk: Take a morning birding walk from Palo Duro Canyon State Park's Chinaberry Day Use Area. Binoculars and bird guides are helpful but not required. (7:30 a.m. Saturday, Palo Duro Canyon State Park, 12 miles east of Canyon on Texas Highway 217. Free with park admission of $5. 806-488-2227)

St. Patrick's Day Celebration: Festivities in Shamrock continue with a 5K run, an arts and crafts show, the Old Settlers Reunion, the donegal beard contest, the official parade, carnival, a motorcycle rally, a cornhole tournament, goat roping, a classic car and truck show, the crowning of the 2018 Miss Irish Rose and, finally, a dance featuring Jason Michael and Mick Tinsley at Shamrock Country Club, 900 N. Wall St., and a dance featuring Shooter Jennings and opener Grant Gilbert at Shamrock Community Center, 911 S. Main St. (8 a.m. to midnight Saturday, locations and costs vary. 806-256-2501)

Western Antiques & Collectibles Show: Outfit your house with all kinds of western gear at this annual show and auction. (9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday; continues through Sunday. Amarillo Civic Center Complex Heritage Ballroom, 401 S. Buchanan St. Free. 517-568-4188)

Canyon Walk & Talk: Take a guided nature hike along the Upper Canyon Trail. (10 a.m. Saturday, Caprock Canyons State Park, 850 Caprock Canyons State Park Road near Quitaque. Park admission $4. 806-455-1492)

Women's Book Club: Join the club's reading challenge and read a book by an author you've never read before. (10 a.m. Saturday, Amarillo Public Library Northwest Branch, 6100 W. Ninth Ave. Free. 806-359-2035)

Tour of the Park: Drive through Caprock Canyons with a park ranger. Space is limited; reservations required. (2 p.m. Saturday, Caprock Canyons State Park, 850 Caprock Canyons State Park Road near Quitaque. Park admission $4. 806-455-1492)

Junior Ranger Program: Kids ages 4 to 12 can meet at the PDC Visitor Center and learn about canyon wildlife, take part in activities and earn a ranger patch. (1 p.m. Saturday, Palo Duro Canyon State Park, 12 miles east of Canyon on Texas Highway 217. Free with park admission of $5. 806-488-2227)

Fol de Rol: The annual Amarillo Opera annual fundraising gala — billed the "Impossible Dream Ball" — will take inspiration from its spring production of the classic musical Man of La Mancha. It will feature drinks, tapas, entertainment, a Spanish-inspired dinner, a live auction and live music. (6:30 p.m. Saturday, Amarillo Civic Center Complex Grand Plaza, 401 S. Buchanan St. Tickets $150; sponsorships available from $500 to $15,000. 806-372-7464)

Amarillo Venom: The indoor football squad kicks off its season against Dallas Marshals. (7 p.m. Saturday, Amarillo Civic Center Complex Coliseum, 401 S. Buchanan St. Tickets $10 to $40. 806-350-7277)

Pot of Gold Feast: This Irish feast will support efforts at Amarillo Activity Youth Center. (7 to 11 p.m. Saturday, CP Event Center, 310 S. Ross St. Tickets $45. www.806potofgold.org or 806-373-2292)

Texas State Bison Herd: Learn more about the state's official herd in this special presentation. (8 p.m. Saturday, Caprock Canyons State Park, 850 Caprock Canyons State Park Road near Quitaque. Admission $4. 806-455-1492)

Star Party: Observe stars, galaxies and nebulae at this event at Palo Duro Canyon State Park. Meet at the Lone Star Interpretive Theatre. Seating is available, but camp chairs are allowed. (8:30 p.m. Saturday, Palo Duro Canyon State Park. Park admission $5. 806-488-2227)

Music/Parties

Lucky Shuck: Enjoy green beer, drink specials, an Irish-inspired menu and live music all day at The Drunken Oyster, 7606 S.W. 45th Ave. No cover. Call 806-418-6668.

Outlaw scion Shooter Jennings will give an acoustic show with Stacy Gene & Dos Amigos, Jason Michael and Mick Tinsley at noon at Spinning Jenny's House of Music, 201 E. 12th St. in Shamrock during Shamrock's St. Patrick's Day celebrations. Call 806-334-1100.

Amarillo musican Don Todd will perform at 2 p.m. at Joe Daddy's, 2108 Paramount Blvd. No cover. Call 806-463-7900.

Enjoy craft beer and food at the St. Patrick's Day Party for 100 Club from 2 to 6 p.m. at Long Wooden Spoon Brewing, 4098 Business Park Drive. Cover $10; food $5. Call 806-553-0397.

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day Party at this Bar Z Winery party featuring music from Jackie Haney & The Geezers Gone Wild and food from Coast to Coast, plus specials on green sangria. The party runs from 6 to 9 p.m. at the winery, 19290 Farm-to-Market Road 1541. Cover is $10. Call 806-488-2214.

Amarillo bluesman Stew Moss performs at 6 p.m. at The Big Texan Steak Ranch, 7701 E. Interstate 40. No cover. Call 806-372-6000.

Check out the drink specials and food at a St. Patrick's Day Party beginning at 6 p.m. at Cedar Shack, 5005 River Road. No cover. Call 806-383-2646.

Jazz pianist Keitha Jones will play at 6 p.m. at Esquire Jazz Club, 626 S. Polk St. Cover $10 after 7 p.m. Call 806-584-9571.

Amarillo rocker Lindi Willis will perform at 6 p.m. at Zombiez Bar & Grill, 711 S.W. 10th Ave. No cover. Call 806-331-7305.

Amarillo folk singer-songwriter Mike Fuller will perform at 6:30 p.m. at Pescaraz, 3415 S. Bell St., Suite K. No cover. Call 806-350-5430.

DJ Frank Wylie will provide dance tunes at 7 p.m. at the Amarillo Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1475, 1401 S.W. Eighth Ave. Cover $5. Call 806-373-3521.

Amarillo singer-songwriter James Owens performs at 7 p.m. at Napoli's Italian Restaurant, 700 S. Taylor St. No cover. Call 806-220-2588.

Amarillo band The A-Town Rockers will perform at 7:30 p.m. at The Drunken Oyster, 7606 S.W. 45th Ave. No cover. Call 806-418-6668.

Amarillo combo Polk Street Jazz will play at 8 p.m. at Esquire Jazz Club, 626 S. Polk St. Cover $10. Call 806-584-9571.

The Killer Dueling Pianos performers will play at 8 p.m. at I Don't Know Sports Bar & Grill, 1301 S.W. Sixth Ave. Cover. Call 806-331-7985.

Jazz combo The Austin Brazille Trio will perform at 8 p.m. at Metropolitan — A Speakeasy, 9181 Town Square Blvd. No cover. Call 806-242-0117.

Amarillo blues-rock band The Average Joes will perform at 8 p.m. at Smokey Joe's, 2903 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. Call 806-331-6698.

DJ Atomic spins for a St. Patrick's Day Party at 9 p.m. at Atomic Sports Grill & Bar, 2523 Brittain Drive. No cover. Call 806-355-2100.

DJ Oni and DJ Frenzy spin at 9 p.m. at Bodega's, 709 S. Polk St. No cover. 806-378-5790. 

Amarillo rock band Moon Dog will perform at 9 p.m. at Broken Spoke Lounge, 3101 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. Call 806-373-9149.

Amarillo country act The Buster Bledsoe Band will perform at 9 p.m. at Cattleman's Club, 3803 E. Amarillo Blvd. Cover $5. Call 806-383-1707.

Karaoke is featured at 9 p.m. at Duke Tracy's, 3101 S.W. 26th Ave. No cover. Call 806-351-0757.

Seattle-based rock bands Emma Lee Toyoda and Hardly Boys will play at 9 p.m. at The 806 Coffee + Lounge, 2812 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover; donations accepted. Call 806-322-1806. (Part of SXSanJac Music Festival)

DJ Tino D is featured at 9 p.m. at Lupita's Bar & Grill, 316 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. Call 806-350-7705.

B-Man's Karaoke is featured at 9 p.m. at The Mudd Rack, 500 E. Hastings Ave. No cover. Call 806-381-2599.

DJ Bert Zuniga spins at 9 p.m. at Old Buster's Lounge, 2204 S.E. 24th Ave. No cover. Call 806-379-8100.

Amarillo rockers Ace Rodriguez and Andy Solano will perform at 9 p.m. at Rounders Club, 2801 Virginia Circle. No cover. Call 806-352-3317.

Amarillo country band Texas Tumbleweed Junction will perform at 9 p.m. at 6th Street Saloon, 609 S. Independence St. Cover $5 for guys and free for women. Call 806-356-0873.

Hard rock band Painting Fences will perform at 9 p.m. at Zombiez Bar & Grill, 711 S.W. 10th Ave. Cover $5. Call 806-331-7305.

B-Man's Karaoke is featured at 9:30 p.m. at Cactus Bar, 4831 S. Western St. No cover. Call 806-356-6369.

Amarillo metal band Mr. Scary will perform at a St. Patrick's Day party at 9:30 p.m. at Skooterz, 4100 Bushland Blvd. Cover. Call 806-355-6600.

New Mexico country band Will Banister & The Modern Day Ramblers will perform at 9:30 p.m. at Western Horseman Club, 2501 E. Interstate 40. Cover $5 for men, free for women. Call 806-379-6555, ext. 2999.

Lubbock rock band Early Morning Reign will play at 10 p.m. at Austin's Texas Pub, 3121 S.W. Sixth Ave. Cover $5. Call 806-803-9063.

DJ service All About Music will spin at 10 p.m. at Fast Eddie's, 1619 S. Kentucky St. No cover. Call 806-590-7235.

Red Dirt act The Charlie Hickman Band will play at 10 p.m. at Golden Light Cantina, 2906 S.W. Sixth Ave. Cover. Call 806-374-9237. (Part of SXSanJac Music Festival)

Amarillo rock band The Skeleton Krew will perform at a St. Patrick's Day party at 10 p.m. at the Hitchin' Rail, 1608 N. Main St. in Borger. Cover $5.

Amarillo '80s cover band Cassettes will headline a St. Patrick's Day party at 10 p.m. at Hoots Pub, 2424 Hobbs Road. Cover.

Amarillo rockers Piles of Potential and The Bastard Sons of David Hasselhoff will team up for Piles of David Hasselhoff's Potentially Bastard Sons St. Patrick's Day party at 10 p.m. at Leftwood's, 2511 S.W. Sixth Ave. Cover $5. Call 806-367-9840. (Part of SXSanJac Music Festival)

ElectrikDen DJs will spin underground music at a St. Patrick's Day party at 10 p.m. at RR Bar, 701 S. Georgia St. No cover.

Red Dirt act The Casey Abbe Band will play at 10 p.m. at Whiskey River, 4001 S.W. 51st Ave. Cover $7 for men, free for women. Call 806-367-6163.

Sunday

Events/Activities

Wiley Hicks Jr. Memorial Roping: Catch top ropers in action in this benefit for Hope & Healing Place. (7:30 a.m. Sunday, Amarillo National Center at Amarillo Tri-State Fairgrounds, 3301 S.E. 10th Ave. Free. 806-376-7767)

Western Antiques & Collectibles Show: Outfit your house with all kinds of western gear at this annual show and auction. (8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. Amarillo Civic Center Complex Heritage Ballroom, 401 S. Buchanan St. Free. 517-568-4188)

St. Patrick's Day Celebration: Festivities in Shamrock conclude with a carnival, arts and crafts show and the Lad N Lassie Pageant. (noon Sunday, locations and costs vary. 806-256-2501)

Music

Amarillo musician Don Todd will perform at a jazz brunch at 11:30 a.m. at The Drunkin Oyster, 7606 S.W. 45th Ave. No cover. Call 806-418-6668.

Amarillo bluesman Stew Moss performs at 6 p.m. at The Big Texan Steak Ranch, 7701 E. Interstate 40. No cover. Call 806-372-6000.

Brass-laden classic rock band Chicago returns for an 8 p.m. show in the Amarillo Civic Center Complex Auditorium, 401 S. Buchanan St. Tickets are $46 to $100.75, plus fees. Here's my preview. (Warning: Auto-play music on the band's home page.)

European indie-folk band Sleepwalker's Station will perform at 9 p.m. at The 806 Coffee + Lounge, 2812 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover; donations accepted. Call 806-322-1806. (Part of SXSanJac Music Festival)

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Chip Chandler is a producer for Panhandle PBS. He can be contacted at Chip.Chandler@actx.edu, at @chipchandler1 on Twitter and on Facebook.