8 Events Taking Place the Weekend Going into Spring Break in the Magic Valley

This weekend is much needed and highly anticipated. The weather has been wacky, many of us are still looking to recover from the time change last weekend, and St Patrick's Day kicks off the weekend, which is a great way to start any weekend. To add to all of this, much of the area will be on spring break next week, meaning this weekend is the beginning of the break. With a holiday and the beginning of spring break, there are many events taking place this weekend, and here are some to attend to get you out of the house.

Thursday, March 16 - Costaki Economopoulos Comedy Show

Start the weekend off with a good laugh and in a good mood by seeing stand-up comedian Costaki Economopoulos this Thursday. Costaki will be performing at the Canyon Crest Event Center at 7:30 PM and tickets are $25. The show will feature sports talk, divorce, family-friendly comedy, and even a little raunchy. If you need a good laugh this is a show you won't want to miss. Costaki is a frequent guest on the Bob and Tom Show on 98.3 The Snake. For more on the show and to book your tickets, make sure to click the link above. 

Friday, March 17 - St Patrick's Day Festival

What better way to start spring break and end a weekend than with an all-day festival? The St. Patrick's Day Festival will be taking place in downtown Twin Falls from 12 PM until 10 PM on Friday, with the parade beginning at 5 PM on Main. There will be vendors, live music, a dance party at 4:30 PM, and a good time to be had by all. O'Dunken's Draught House is sponsoring the event this year. Make sure to take some time and head downtown, check out the vendors, watch the parade, have a drink, and maybe get your dance on in the streets as well. For more on the festival, make sure to click the link above. 

Friday, March 17 & Saturday, March 18 - CSI Baseball

If the weather stays nice this weekend, it would make for a great time to catch a baseball game and cheer on the CSI baseball team. They started the season 12-0 but have dropped their last four and will look to rebound this weekend. They will play a four-game series against Salt Lake Community College with two games on Friday and two games on Saturday. The games on Friday are at 12 PM and 2 PM, with the games on Saturday at 11 AM and 1 PM. Click the link above for more on the team and to check the schedule. 

Friday, March 17 & Saturday, March 18 - CSI Softball

Perhaps you prefer the game of softball more. The CSI softball team currently sits at 15-6 and is on a 3-game winning streak entering the weekend. They will also host a four-game series against Salt Lake Community College with two games on Friday and two games on Saturday. The games on Friday are at 1 PM and 3 PM, with the games on Saturday taking place at 12 PM and 2 PM. Click the link above to learn more about the team and to check out the schedule. 

Friday, March 17 Through Sunday, March 19 - 'The Music Man'

The weather should be nicer this weekend than the past few, but not knowing if it will stay nice, maybe planning something inside is best. One way to spend the weekend is to take in some of the musicals that Twin Falls has and this week there is one you won't want to miss. The classic musical 'The Music Man' will be performed this weekend at the Orpheum Theatre in Twin Falls. There will be shows taking place Friday through Sunday, with shows taking place at 7 PM on Friday and Saturday, and at 2 PM on Sunday. Tickets start at just $17.50. For more details on the show click on the link above, and book your tickets today to enjoy 'The Music Man.'

Saturday, March 18 & Sunday, March 19 - Jerome Gun Show

As the weather gets warmer, it means many residents of the Magic Valley will want to get out and hit the shooting range, but before you go, stop by the gun show this weekend. The Jerome Gun Show, hosted by Lewis Clark Trader, will be taking place this weekend, Saturday, March 18 from 9 AM to 6 PM and Sunday, March 19 from 9 AM until 3 PM. General admission is $10 per person, with weekend passes available as well. Children 10 and under are free. The show is taking place at the Jerome County Fairgrounds, located at 205 North Fir Street and all federal and local firearm laws and ordinances must be obeyed.

Saturday, March 18 - 11th Annual Spring Fling

With spring officially beginning next week, it is time to get out and do some spring shopping. The 11th Annual Spring Fling will be taking place this weekend on Saturday, from 10 AM to 4 PM, and will be happening at 215 Eastland Drive. This is a great time to shop for local, handmade crafts that you won't find anywhere else, as well as there will be door prizes every 15 to 20 minutes. Do some Mother's Day, Easter, or Father's Day shopping all at one location? There will be multiple vendors on site, and admission is free. For more details on Spring Fling, make sure to click the link above. 

Saturday, March 18 & Sunday, March 19 - 'Paw Patrol Live'

Maybe you need to get out of town for the afternoon but aren't sure what to take the little ones to do. Paw Patrol Live, 'The Great Pirate Adventure,' will be in Boise this weekend and makes for a great afternoon the kids will enjoy, and maybe the whole family. There will be multiple shows on Saturday and Sunday, with tickets starting as low as $38. The show will be at the Extra Mile Arena and show times will be at 10 AM and 2 PM on Saturday, and 12 PM and 4 PM on Sunday. For more details on the show, click the link above. 

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Spring break is here, St Patrick's Day is here, and spring begins on Monday. The weekend looks decent weather wise and there is no reason to stay inside. Go to a baseball or softball game, enjoy a musical, do some spring shopping, go to Boise and see a kid's show, browse for a new gun, laugh at a comedy show, and celebrate St Patrick's Day. Whatever you decide to do this weekend, have fun, be safe, and enjoy the weekend.