ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE AND FESTIVAL: MARCH

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Atlantic Avenue will be a sea of green from noon to 2 p.m., as the annual parade makes its way from the Intracoastal to Northwest Fifth Avenue. From 1 to 7 p.m., the grounds at Old School Square will be the setting for a free festival featuring Irish music, Irish storytellers, Celtic axe throwing, step dancing, strolling bagpipers, children’s-themed arts and crafts, merchandise vendors, Cliffs of Moher inclusive rock climbing, a Blarney Castle bounce house and more family-friendly fun! Live musical performances by the Glengarry Bhoys, Roaring Kelly Band and U2 tribute band Vertigo will also be part of the celebration. stpatsdelray.com

Knock Knock

Laughter is good for the soul. According to the Mayo Clinic, it’s also good for your heart, lungs, muscles and immune system. A good laugh can also help to relieve pain and ease stress. So do yourself a favor and head to Arts Garage on the first Friday of every month for its new comedy series featuring nationally touring comedians. You can also share a laugh with friends or even take a shot at delivering the jokes yourself on the first Tuesday of every month with Comedy Night. If standup isn’t your thing, the second Tuesday of each month at Arts Garage is All Arts Open Mic Night, and the third Monday is Poetry Open Mic Night. 94 N.E. Second Ave., Delray Beach, 561/450-6357, artsgarage.org

SAVOR THE AVENUE: MARCH 27

For the 14th year, Atlantic Avenue will be transformed into the setting for an openair dinner party like no other. Participating restaurants will be serving four-course meals at a dinner table that stretches for blocks. Downtowndelraybeach.com/ savortheave