MONADNOCK REGION, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) From parades and live music to film screenings and theatrical performances, the Monadnock Region is packed with events celebrating St. Patrick’s Day and beyond this weekend. Here’s what’s happening:

Friday, March 14

  • Charlie Chronopoulos with Midnight Betty – Brewbakers in Keene hosts folk-country singer Charlie Chronopoulos, joined by harmony-driven duo Midnight Betty. Doors open at 7 p.m., with music beginning at 7:30 p.m. Seating is limited.
  • Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy – The Colonial Theatre in Keene presents Canada’s renowned fiddle duo in a night of lively Celtic music at 8 p.m. Tickets at thecolonial.org.
  • Jordan Tirrell-Wysocki Trio – The Park Theatre in Jaffrey welcomes the Celtic music trio for a 7:30 p.m. performance as part of Shamrock Fest. Details at theparktheatre.org.
  • The Great Ireland Road Trip Film Screening – The Park Theatre offers a free screening of a travel documentary exploring Ireland’s landscapes and history. Showings at 5:30 p.m. and 7:15 p.m.
  • “The Bacchae” – Vermont Theatre Company presents Euripides’ classic play at 118 Elliot in Brattleboro at 7 p.m. Tickets at vermonttheatrecompany.org.

Saturday, March 15

  • The Fiddling Thomsons – The Park Theatre hosts a father-and-son duo performing traditional Celtic dance music at 2 p.m.
  • Waking Finnegan – A high-energy Celtic rock performance at The Park Theatre, 7:30 p.m.
  • Corned Beef & Cabbage Dinner – First Congregational Church of Swanzey serves a traditional meal from 5 to 6 p.m. Donations accepted.
  • Sol y Canto Trio with The Soubrettes – Next Stage Arts Project in Putney presents a Pan-Latin ensemble and vocal jazz group in a lively collaboration at 7:30 p.m. Tickets at nextstagearts.org.
  • “The Bacchae” – Second performance at 118 Elliot, Brattleboro, at 7 p.m.

Sunday, March 16

  • Jaffrey St. Patrick’s Day Parade – The second-largest St. Patrick’s Day parade in New Hampshire steps off at 2 p.m. from St. Patrick Parish Church in Jaffrey, featuring floats, bands, and dancers. Free admission.
  • Grateful Dads Pre- and Post-Parade Party – The Park Theatre’s lounge offers live music, food, and drinks from noon to 5 p.m.
  • Cornhole Tournament for Feeding Tiny Tummies – Frogg Brewing in Swanzey hosts a charity cornhole tournament at 1:30 p.m. Entry is $50 per team. Pre-register at square.link/u/10qwzubv.
  • New York Dog Film Festival – A selection of short films celebrating canines screens at Showroom in Keene at 2 p.m. A portion of proceeds benefits Monadnock Humane Society.
  • Live Irish Music with Tommy Fakem – Branch and Blade Brewing in Keene hosts the Celtic folk musician from 4 to 7 p.m.
  • “The Bacchae” – Matinee performance at 118 Elliot, Brattleboro, at 2 p.m.

Monday, March 17

  • St. Patrick’s Day Community Luncheon – The Keene VFW serves corned beef and cabbage or Reuben sandwiches from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Reservations required; call (603) 357-0149.
  • KNE-FM Irish Pub Crawl, 8 a.m.-4:00 p.m., various locations:
    • 8-10 a.m. – Breakfast at Mama McDonough’s Irish Pub
    • noon-1 p.m. – Cliffy’s Neighborhood Pub
    • 1-2 p.m. – Kilkenny Pub
    • 2-3 p.m. – Lab’n Lager Food & Spirits
    • 3-4 p.m. – The Pour House
    • Enter at each location for a chance to win Boston Red Sox tickets and other prizes. No purchase necessary. Drink responsibly and plan for a designated driver.
  • St. Patrick’s Day Music with Tommy Fakem – Performances at Mama McDonough’s Irish Pub in Keene from noon to 3 p.m. and at Harlow’s Pub in Peterborough from 6 to 8 p.m.