Gulf Coast Renaissance Faire 
March 1-2, 2008
This two day festival will feature medieval jousting knights, falconry, the King & Queen, swashbuckling swordsmen, storytellers, Arabian dancers, Gypsy dancers, Renaissance dancers, Irish dancers, magical wizards, medieval fighters, medieval musicians, sword swallowers, jesters, jugglers, fire breathers, renaissance food & drinks. Experience the thousands of renaissance wares, crafts and much more! (877) 429-8462; www.gcrf.net

Gallery Night Spring Fling
March 7, 2008
Enjoy an evening of arts and culture by touring downtown art galleries open late for this quarterly event, sponsored by the Arts Council of Northwest Florida. Trolley stops along the way provide free transportation. Free admission. Call (850) 432-9906 or visit www.artsnwfl.org 

McGuire's Irish Pub St. Patty's Day 5K Prediction Run
March 8, 2008
This is not only Pensacola’s largest run with more than 8,000 participants, it is the nation’s largest prediction run. Awards go to the fastest as well as the most accurate in predicting the time it will take them to walk or run the 3.1-mile course. A post-race party features music by Rich McDuff, beer, Irish wakes, Irish coffee, soft drinks, water and Irish fare. Race begins at 9 a.m., (registration 6-8 a.m.). (850) 433-6789; www.mcguiresrunners.com

56th Annual Arts & Crafts Festival
March 14-16, 2008. More than 245 exhibitors from throughout the nation will bring their best works to show and sell at this prestigious juried show. Live local entertainment throughout the three-day event, and classic festival foods will be served up. Last year the event attracted 200,000 visitors to the area. Downtown Fairhope, AL. (251) 621-8222; www.eschamber.com