The largest St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival on the Grand Strand is back, with more than 100 entries in the parade, which is followed by a celebration of all things Irish. The festival will feature vendors selling and displaying their arts and crafts, food, stages with live entertainment and a children’s area. Main Street, North Myrtle Beach. Saturday, 9 a.m. for parade; festival lasts until 4 p.m. Free. (843) 280-5570, parks.nmb.us