Enjoy These 9 Events the First Full Weekend of March in the Magic Valley

It is that time of the week once again. Time to stop focusing on work, and begin to focus on the weekend and the fun that awaits. The weather should be beautiful this weekend, which makes getting out easier, but what should you do once you leave the house? There are a variety of events happening across the Magic Valley this weekend, and choosing which ones to go to could be tough.

Thursday, March 5 - Lego Night at Rudy's

When was the last time you played with Legos? No matter how old you are, building with Legos can be fun. For a unique date idea or a night out with your child, how about attending Lego Night at Rudy's this Thursday? The event takes place at 6 PM, and tickets are $55. Your ticket includes a $30 credit towards a Lego kit, plus charcuterie, wine, and beer throughout the night. You can settle down, build with Legos, sip some wine, and have some fun. For more information on the event or to purchase your tickets, please click the link above.

Thursday, March 5 - Lucky Forest Watercolor Class

Have you been wanting to learn to paint or to expand your abilities? This weekend offers the perfect chance. You can attend the Lucky Forest Watercolor Class, where you don't need any experience. The class will happen this Thursday at the Historic Wilson Theatre in Rupert, and tickets are $30 per person. Get guided through the layers of painting a Lucky Forest just in time for St Patrick's Day. For more on the class or to get your tickets, make sure to click the link above.

Thursday, March 5, through Sunday, March 8 - 'Annie'

A great way to spend a weekend is going to the theatre and enjoying a classic musical. 'Annie' will be performed this weekend at the CSI Fine Arts Center. There are multiple showings throughout the weekend as there will be performances on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Showtimes are at 7 PM on Thursday and Friday, and at 2 PM and 7 PM on Saturday and Sunday. Tickets are $20 for all showings. For more on the musical or to get your tickets, make sure to click the link above.

Friday, March 6 and Saturday, March 7 - CSI Softball

The CSI softball season has been going on for a bit, but the team has yet to play a game at home. That will change this weekend when the team makes its home debut. They are currently 8-6 on the season, and on a five-game winning streak. They will look to extend that streak while hosting four games against Salt Lake Community College. They will play two games on Friday at 1 PM and 3 PM, and then play two more games on Saturday at noon and 2 PM. For more on the team, make sure to click the link above.

Friday, March 7 - CSI Basketball Region 18 Tournament

The CSI men's basketball regular season might be over, but they will get to host the Region 18 Tournament this weekend. The first game will be this Friday at 7 PM, when they take on North Idaho College. Win, and they will play again; lose, and they will wait to see when they play next. The team ended the regular season 28-2 and on a six-game winning streak. For more on the team, make sure to click the link above. 

Friday, March 6 and Saturday, March 7 - 'Anastasia'

If you enjoy the theatre, the Orpheum Theatre is a great place to check out on weekends. There is always something going on, and this weekend is no different. 'Anastasia' will be performed this weekend, and performances will be taking place on Friday and Saturday at 7 PM both nights. Tickets start as low as $19.50. For more on the musical or to get your tickets, make sure to click the link above. 

Friday, March 6 - Comedy Night at The Lamphouse Theatre

The best way to end a week is to have a good laugh. This weekend, you can attend a comedy show and laugh to start the weekend on a good note. Comedy Night at The Lamphouse Theatre is happening this Friday at 7 PM, and another show at 9:30 PM, and this weekend's show will feature Mundek from Boise. Tickets are $12 if you get them online, or $15 if you get them at the door. For more on the show or to get your tickets, make sure to click the link above. 

Friday, March 6 - Dernia Harvey Band

St Patrick's Day may still be over a week away, but that doesn't mean you can't get in the mood and enjoy some Irish music. Dernia Harvey Band will be performing this Friday at the CSI Fine Arts Auditorium at 7:30 PM. Tickets are still available, but going fast, and are as low as $36. Come see this award-winning group as they play Celtic classics, originals, and use rock, pop, and storytelling to entertain. For more on the concert, make sure to click the link above. 

Saturday, March 7 - Movie Matinee

Everyone enjoys it when something is free, especially when that something is a movie. You can enjoy a free movie this weekend at the Twin Falls Public Library during Movie Matinee. The move is on Saturday at 3 PM, and this weekend they will be showing 'The Unbreakable Boy'. No matter if you have seen it before or it is your first time seeing it, there is no beating free entertainment. For more on Movie Matinee and other events happening at the Twin Falls Public Library, make sure to click the link above. 

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Don't waste a weekend by staying indoors and being lazy. Get out and have some fun. Go to a comedy show, see a free movie, go to a concert, enjoy a softball game or two, go to a basketball game, go to a musical, go to another musical, learn to paint, or play with some Legos while sipping wine. Whatever you decide to do, have fun, be safe, and enjoy your weekend.