St. Patrick’s Day bar crawl and blues music highlight Merced entertainment in March
Spring is almost here, and that means entertainment options are blooming in Merced.
Below are some of the noteworthy concerts and acts coming to Merced in March.
You can see more events or add one you’d like to promote on the Sun-Star’s events calendar at mercedsunstar.com/events.
Frozen Jr.
WHAT: Weaver Performing Arts returns to Merced with Disney’s “Frozen Jr.,” based on the beloved 2013 movie and the 2018 Broadway musical.
WHEN: March 6 at 7 p.m.; March 7 at 1 and 7 p.m.
WHERE: The Merced Theater, 301 W. Main St.
ONLINE: www.mercedtheatre.org
Montez De Durango
WHAT: A defining force in the duranguense movement, the band Montez de Durango has spent decades igniting dance floors with its unmistakable sound, vibrant rhythms and dynamic stage presence.
WHEN: March 8, 1 p.m.
WHERE: Merced County Fair, 900 Martin Luther King Jr. Way
ONLINE: https://shorturl.at/mOYT8
Shamrock Stumble
WHAT: Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in downtown Merced with a walking bar crawl. “Stumble” to local bars and pubs, and collect drinks and discounts. Just don’t collect a DUI on your way home — plan ahead!
WHEN: March 14, 7 p.m.
WHERE: Downtown
ONLINE: https://shorturl.at/G7tpL
A Song for Cesar: Film & Concert
WHAT: Enjoy a powerful evening of film and live music honoring Cesar Chavez, the farmworker movement and the artists who gave it voice.
WHEN: March 17, 6 p.m.
WHERE: The Merced Theater, 301 W. Main
ONLINE: www.mercedtheatre.org
Serenading Strings
WHAT: The Merced Symphony invites you to an intimate evening of chamber music with Serenading Strings, performed by the Merced Symphony String Quartet.
WHEN: March 16, 6 p.m.
WHERE: The Merced Theater, 301 W. Main
ONLINE: www.mercedtheatre.org
Mike Hammar & The Nails
WHAT: The Merced County-based band will perform its brand of contemporary blues with lots of heart and soul. The band reached the semifinals at the 2026 International Blues Challenge in Memphis in January.
WHEN: March 27, 7 p.m.
WHERE: Mainzer Theater, 655 W. Main
ONLINE: themainzer.com
This story was originally published February 19, 2026 at 6:00 AM.
