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Snow Jazz GasteinSaegewerk and other venues in and around Bad Gastein, Austria Dates: March 9-18 Strong soul voices, a Brazilian trio, a saxophonist and groups with that Big Band sound are among the performers on the bill of the 17th edition of this music festival. In addition to evening performances, jazz acts also play on the terraces of ski lodges from noon-4 p.m. March 9, 10, 11, 15, 16 and 18. Many performances take place in an old saw mill that’s been converted into a concert venue. Admission: A 10-day festival pass goes for 140 euros. Tickets for single concerts are also available; these start at 19 euros at the door. The slope side concerts are free. Website: www.gastein.com/en/events/spring/snow-jazz/

Head of the River RaceLondon, England Date: March 10-11 Hundreds of national and international crews of eight rowers take to the waters of the Thames to compete in this historic event. The 4.25 mile race begins at Mortlake and ends at Putney. Crews set off one after the other at 10-second intervals; the winner is the crew which completes the race in the fastest time. Last year’s race was cancelled due to unfavorable winds. The Women’s Eights Head of the River Race starts at 9:45 a.m. March 10 and the men’s Head of the River Race begins at 10:45 a.m. Admission: Free Website: www.visitlondon.com/things-to-do/event/8726322-head-of-the-river-race

London Beer WeekVarious venues, London, England Dates: March 12-18 Bars and breweries across the city have a special offer for lovers of ales, ciders, lagers and other types of beer. Festival pass holders can sample flights of three unique beers or boilermakers (beer and a shot of whiskey) from more than 75 taprooms at a cost of 5 pounds. Tours, tastings and parties also figure into the agenda. Admission: A mandatory digital pass costs 10 pounds plus cost of drink. Website: https://drinkup.london/beerweek/

St. Patrick’s Day celebrationsMunich, Germany Date: March 11 (festivities begin at noon) Can’t make it to Dublin? Munich celebrates St. Paddy’s day in style too, with a merry parade made up of some 50 groups, from sports clubs to folklore groups to Middle Ages fans. The parade sets off from Muenchner Freiheit, runs along Leopoldstrasse and Ludwigstrasse, and ends at Wittelsbacher Platz, the site of a green-themed party with live bands playing Irish music and dancing groups. The festive mood lasts late into the night in the city’s numerous Irish pubs. Admission: Free Website: www.stpatricksday.de/

Easter MarketHauptmarkt, Trier, Germany Dates: March 8-11 Easter decor for house and garden, handicrafts, ceramics, jewelry and tasty regional treats are just some of the items to admire and buy at this outdoor market. On Sunday, March 11, many of the city’s shops will open their doors from 1 p.m.-8 p.m. Admission: Free Website: www.treffpunkt-trier.de/veranstaltungen/

CartoomicsFiera Milano RHO, SS. 33 del Sempione 28, Milan, Italy Dates: March 9-11 (9:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m. daily) Fans of fantasy and sci-fi movies and TV shows, comics and all sorts of games will be in their element at this fair sprawling across several halls. Cosplay shows and contests also take place daily. Admission: Adult tickets cost 13 euros at the door; ages 7-12 pay 5 euros; ages 6 and under enter free. Website: https://cartoomics.it/

Dolomiti Ski JazzCavalesi and other towns of the Val de Fiemme, Italy Dates: March 10-17 In early spring, this resort area in the Dolomites mountain range tempts winter sports enthusiasts with an additional offering. Two jazz concerts take place daily; one on the slopes and the later an evening performance at a local theater or pub. Admission: most concerts are free; tickets to those that aren’t cost 10 to 15 euros. Website: www.visitfiemme.it/it/italian-style-and-events/eventi/dolomiti-ski-jazz/programma-dolomiti-ski-jazz

Amsterdam Coffee FestivalWestergasfabriek, Gashouder, Kloenneplein 1, 1014 DD Amsterdam, Netherlands Dates: March 9-11 In addition to sipping fabulous brews, visitors can sample teas, chocolates and the wares from food trucks. Exhibitors display the tools needed to craft a tasty drink at home. Good music and inspiring artwork round out the experience. Admission: Standard adult tickets cost 15 euros; ages 10-16 pay 4.50 euros, ages nine and under enter free. Website: www.amsterdamcoffeefestival.com

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