15th Annual shamROCK at Gaslamp Quarter is just weeks away, and on March 17 (St. Patrick's Day) the green beer, green hair, and green everything (except green teeth) can be seen on the 60,000-foot green turf spread out for the mega-event. Everyone dances a jig at this event that includes traditional Irish bands, Irish dancers, and rock music.

Entertainment in 2011 includes bands, DJs, dancing, drinks and grub. Bands lined up for 2011 include: The Fooks, Young Dubliners, No Duh – No Doubt cover band, Down's Family, DJ Marc Thrasher and Brent Bartel, plus more. Presale tickets are $40 for an event that sells out. If tickets are available at the door, cost is $45 . sandiegoshamrock.com