St. Paddy’s Day festivities

There are many ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day throughout Tampa Bay. Our top picks:

– The Mayor’s River O’Green Fest: Watch Mayor Buckhorn dye the Hillsborough River green, then enjoy live music, food and drinks on March 16, starting at 11 a.m.

– Rough Rider’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade: Head to Ybor City on March 17 for the parade down 7th Avenue, starting at 5 p.m.

– St. Paddy’s Day Block Party: Courigan’s Irish Pub closes part of downtown St. Pete’s Beach Drive on March 17 at 10 a.m. to make room for beer trucks, cornhole and live music.

– Destynee Bush, B2 Communications