SOUTH BEND, Ind. – Downtown South Bend is gearing up for its monthly First Fridays event, and this month, guests get to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day early.

On March 5 from 5 to 9 p.m., "ShamRock & Roll" will bring guests downtown to try Irish food, drink specials, and dance to rock & roll music in Studebaker Plaza.

Attendees are also encouraged to wear green and/or St. Patrick’s attire.

For a full list of food and drink specials and First Fridays activities, click here.

All guests attending the event are asked to maintain social distancing and wear masks where proper social distancing is not possible.