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January JAN 1-31 Galeria Galvan Art Exhibit
361/826-3410, Corpus Christi
Monthly exhibit featuring paintings from up-and-coming contemporary artist, Derek Donaldson, at the Galvan House in Heritage Park located at 1581 N. Chaparral. Hosted by Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Dept. www.ccparkandrec.com JAN 4-6 Annual Gospel Music Festival
361/790-1105, Rockport
Featuring numerous gospel groups from around the nation & the area. JAN 5-6 Boars Head Yule Tide Festival
361/854-3044, Corpus Christi JAN 13-19 Nueces County Junior Live Stock Show
361/387-5395, Robstown @ Richard M. Borchard Fairgrounds
Experience the biggest Junior Live Stock Show in Texas! Parade at 10:30am on the 12th. BBQ cook-off, exhibits, carnival, live entertainment and professional team roping contest. www.ncjls.com JAN 14 Advanced Bird ID Series
361/852-2100, Corpus Christi
Series runs through May 3rd and consists of twelve Monday evening sessions, six fieldtrips, with birder& naturalist, Gene Blacklock of Coastal Bend Bays & Estuaries Program. Registration required in advance.
www.stxbot.org JAN 16 Nature Winter Lecture Series
361-852-2100, Corpus Christi
Guest speakers will provide unique perspectives on regional environmental, agricultural & horticultural topics. Series consists of seven sessions. www.stxbot.org JAN 25-27 Corpus Christi Home & Garden Show
361-387-9000, Robstown @ Richard M. Borchard Fairgrounds
Browse vendor booths and get the newest ideas for your home, see the newest products on the market. www.rmbfairgrounds.com JAN 28 Annual Dine-a-Round
1-800-45-COAST, Port Aransas www.portaransas.org February FEB 1-29 Galeria Galvan Art Exhibi
361-826-3410, Corpus Christi
Monthly exhibit featuring photography from up-and-coming contemporary artist, Diana Byers, at the Galvan House in Heritage Park located at 1581 N. Chaparral. Hosted by Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Dept. www.ccparkandrec.com FEB 2 Bountiful Bowl Pottery Fair
361-729-5352, Rockport
World class potters from around the world display their works for sale to the public at the Rockport-Fulton HS Commons Area. FEB 8 Stage Door Canteen, USS Lexington
361-888-4873 or 800-LADY LEX, Corpus Christi
Musical revue and variety show. Dancing to Big Band Orchestra. FEB 8-10 South Texas Sports & Outdoor Show
361/389-9000, Robstown @ Richard M. Borchard Fairgrounds
Find the best deals as well as participate in exciting sports related contests &giveaways. www.rmbfairgrounds.com FEB 9 So. Texas Ranching Heritage Festival
361-593-2810, Kingsville
Demonstrations, Cowboy storytellers, ranch cooks and a Ranching Symposium. http://museum.tamuk.edu FEB 22-24 Celebration of Whooping Cranes & Other Birds
1-800-45-COAST, Port Aransas
Annual festival celebrating the endangered Whooping Cranes that winter in our area. Birding tours by boat & bus, renowned speakers, exhibits, nature related trade show, art & photography workshops. www.portaransas.org March MAR 1 Birds of the Texas Coastal Bend
361-852-2100, Corpus Christi
Study some of the more than 450 known bird species in South Texas with acclaimed birder Gene Blacklock of Coastal Bend Bays & Estuaries Program. Registration required. www.stxbot.org MAR 2 Texas Independence Day Celebration & Chili Cook-Off
361-289-0111, Corpus Christi
Join Country Station K99 for a FREE event celebrating the Lone Star State's Independence! Event features vendors, aquarium tours, a CASI sanctioned chili cook-off and live music. Sample a wide range of flavors at the cook-off at the Texas State Aquarium. www.k99country.com Keyword: Texas MAR 6-9 Oysterfest
361-463-9955, Rockport
A salute to the oyster industry with plenty of food, entertainment, arts & crafts and carnival. MAR 1-31 Galeria Galvan Art Exhibit
361-826-3410, Corpus Christi
Monthly exhibit featuring paintings from up-and-coming contemporary artist, Jorge Ramirez, at the Galvan House in Heritage Park located at 1581 N. Chaparral. Hosted by Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Dept. www.ccparkandrec.com MAR 15 Whooping Crane Strut
361-729-2213, Rockport
5-10 K Run & 2 Mile Walk. MAR 15 & 16 World Champion Rattlesnake Races
361-547-5476, Old San Patricio
Event features rattlesnake races, art & food vendors, carnival, games, wheelbarrow races, boot races with a festival atmosphere. MAR 24 Coastal Classic Auto Show
361-961-1181, Rockport
Plenty of classic autos to admire. MAR 28-30 Chalk It Up For The Arts Festival of the Arts
361-826-3468, Corpus Christi
A citywide cultural event at the Art Center of Corpus Christi. Event includes free entertainment by a variety of dancers, musicians, theater, literature, folk arts, exhibits of visual arts and artistic crafts for sale. Enjoy the food & KidZone too! www.ccfestivalarts.org MAR 29-30 Texas Quarter Horse Association
361-387-9000, Robstown @ Richard M. Borchard Fairgrounds
www.rmbfairgrounds.com April APRIL 3-5 Cabrinha Southwest US Kiteboarding Championships
See the best thrillseekers take on the wind in Corpus Christi Bay at this first annual event at downtown McGee Beach. Catagories include Men, Women & Juniors. The field is limited to 50 competitors, so register now! email
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APRIL 5 2nd Chance Prom
361-289-0111, Corpus Christi
Relive the glory days. This time it's bigger limos, better dresses & new tuxedoes! Enjoy live music, dinner, dancing at the Omni Bayfront Hotel. www.939online.com APRIL 8 Taste of the Coastal Bend
361-289-0111, Corpus Christi
Enjoy the finest restaurants in the Coastal Bend in one location! Sample a variety of food & live entertainment at the Corpus Christi Museum of Science & History. www.k99country.com APRIL 11 Sunset Sounds
1-800-45-COAST, Port Aransas
Free, live local music at Roberts Point Park Amphitheater starting at 7pm. Part of a concert series held from Apr - Sept on the 2nd Friday of each month. www.portaransas.org APR 12 The BIG BLOOM!
361-852-2100, Corpus Christi
A Spring garden festival at the South Texas Botanical Gardens. Includes a plant sale, horticultural seminars, children's learning area, orchid auction, specialty vendors, ladybug releases. Discounts on membership & Garden Shoppe. 9am - 5pm
www.stxbot.org APR 5-6 NAS-Airshow
361-561-6375 Kingsville
Featuring the world famous Blue Angels flight squadron. www.wingsoversouthtexas.org APR 17-20 Windfest
361-643-2475, Portland
Annual celebration includes kids area, live music & entertainment, carnival, arts & crafts, cook-off, kitesurfing competition, golf tournament, 5K Run, Pageant, Weenie Dog Race and more! www.windfest.org APR 18-20 Texas Sandfest
1-800-45-COAST, Port Aransas
One of the largest Master's sand sculpting competitions in the United States. www.texassandfest.com APR 23-May 4 Buccaneer Days & PRCA Rodeo
361-882-3242, Corpus Christi
Twelve days of rodeo, parades, fireworks, carnival, sporting & athletic events. www.bucdays.com APR 24-27 Texas International Boat Show
361-461-3272, Corpus Christi www.txintlboatshow.com APR 27-MAY 4
Great Texas Birding Classic
979-480-0999, Gulf Coast Region
This amazing birding event is held each year during April to coincide with the spring bird migration in Texas. Sponsored by the Gulf Coast Bird Observatory & Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. www.gcbo.org May MAY 2 Bay Jammin' Surfing Series
361-826-3417, Corpus Christi
Enjoy & chill at Cole Park outdoor amphitheater at dark and watch a surfing film overlooking the Corpus Christi Bay. Bring a blanket or chair and relax under the stars. Food & beverage vendors available. www.ccparkandrec.com May 3 Water Sports Swap Meet
361-876-0034, Corpus Christi
Trade out your surf board, fishing tackle, sail boats, scuba gear or water skis at this annual event hosted by the Corpus Christi Windsurfing Association held at the Memorial Coliseum parking lot from 8am - 12 noon. Buy, sell or trade any water sports related items. Event is free to buyers & $5 for sellers to set up. www.corpuschristiwindsurfing.com MAY 3-4 Annual Nautical Flea Market
361-729-1244, Rockport
Buy, sell, or trade nautical items at the Rockport Harbor. www.rockport-fulton.org MAY 4 Cinco de Mayo
361-289-0111, Corpus Christi
Experience the rich culture of Corpus Christi and Hispanic heritage. Enjoy a festival atmosphere that includes cook-off, mariachis, ballet folklorico and live music at Heritage Park. www.ksabfm.com MAY 9 Bay Jammin' Surfing Series
361-826-3417, Corpus Christi
Enjoy & chill at Cole Park outdoor amphitheater at dark and watch a surfing film overlooking the Corpus Christi Bay. Bring a blanket or chair and relax under the stars. Food & beverage vendors available. www.ccparkandrec.com MAY 10 National Scleroderma 5K Run & Walk
361-442-4421, Corpus Christi
Help fight for a cure with the Scleroderma Foundation at their annual event at Heritage Park. Registration fee ranges from $10 - $20 http://www.firstgiving.com/johnnyvillarreal MAY 9-11 US Wind & Water Open
361-888-7500, Corpus Christi
Four days of racing at Oleandar Point, South Cole Park. Top racers compete. Great music, food and drink, daily giveaways and more. www.velocitygames.us MAY 16 Bay Jammin' Surfing Series
361-826-3417, Corpus Christi
Enjoy & chill at Cole Park outdoor amphitheater at dark and watch a surfing film overlooking the Corpus Christi Bay. Bring a blanket or chair and relax under the stars. Food & beverage vendors available. www.ccparkandrec.com MAY 17 Beach to Bay Relay Marathon
361/881-6166, Corpus Christi www.beachtobayrelay.com MAY 17-19 Artfest & Songwriter's Showcase
361-749-5555, Corpus Christi
A fine array of Arts & Crafts for sale with a songwriter's showcase. Bring a blanket, cooler & lawnchair and listen to some of the most wonderful original music under the Texas stars. www.portaransas.org MAY 18 Babes On the Bay
361-729-5353, Rockport
Annual women's fishing tournament at ACND Festival Grounds. Register at www.babesonthebay.com MAY 23 Bay Jammin' Surfing Series
361-826-3417, Corpus Christi
Enjoy & chill at Cole Park outdoor amphitheater at dark and watch a surfing film overlooking the Corpus Christi Bay. Bring a blanket or chair and relax under the stars. Food & beverage vendors available. www.ccparkandrec.com MAY 24-25 Rockport Festival of Wines
361-729-1271, Rockport
Two fabulous days of wine tasting, entertainment, cooking demonstrations. www.texasfestivalofwines.com MAY 31 Bay Jammin' Surfing Series
361-826-3417, Corpus Christi
Enjoy & chill at Cole Park outdoor amphitheater at dark and watch a surfing film overlooking the Corpus Christi Bay. Bring a blanket or chair and relax under the stars. Food & beverage vendors available. www.ccparkandrec.com June JUNE 5-6 Bay Jammin' Concert & Cinema Series
361-826-3417, Corpus Christi
Enjoy live music on Thursday or a film on Friday under the BIG Texas stars at the Cole Park Amphitheater overlooking the Corpus Christi Bay. Bring your own blanket & chairs, enjoy food & drink vendors and variety of sounds. Band TBA www.ccparkandrec.com JUNE 6-8 Shrimporee
361-758-2750 or 800-633- 3028, Aransas Pass
Fun, food, arts & crafts, carnival, live music, shrimp & more shrimp. www.aransaspass.org JUNE 7-8 Water Street Market Music, Art & Surf Fest
361-882-2364, Corpus Christi
Join us as we celebrate cosmic cowboys, lava lamps, music legends, international surfers and an Oscar winner.
www.surfclubrecords.com
www.texassurfmuseum.com JUNE 12-13 Bay Jammin' Concert Series
361-826-3417, Corpus Christi
Enjoy live music on Thursday or a film on Friday under the BIG Texas stars at the Cole Park Amphitheater overlooking the Corpus Christi Bay. Bring your own blanket & chairs, enjoy food & drink vendors and variety of sounds. Band TBA www.ccparkandrec.com JUNE 14 UTMSI Bi-Annual Open House
361-749-6760, Port Aransas
Adults & children 10 & up can learn about the sea, coastal bay & marshes and the scientific research with trips on UTMSI research vessels. Explore the pier lab, touch crabs, sea urchins, star fish, fish & other marine life. www.utexas.edu JUNE 19-20 Bay Jammin' Concert Series
361-826-3417, Corpus Christi
Enjoy live music on Thursday or a film on Friday under the BIG Texas stars at the Cole Park Amphitheater overlooking the Corpus Christi Bay. Bring your own blanket & chairs, enjoy food & drink vendors and variety of sounds. Band TBA www.ccparkandrec.com JUNE 26-27 Bay Jammin' Concert Series
361-826-3417, Corpus Christi
Enjoy live music on Thursday or a film on Friday under the BIG Texas stars at the Cole Park Amphitheater overlooking the Corpus Christi Bay. Bring your own blanket & chairs, enjoy food & drink vendors and variety of sounds. Band TBA www.ccparkandrec.com July JULY 3-4 Bay Jammin' Concert Series
361-826-3417, Corpus Christi
Enjoy live music on Thursday or a film on Friday under the BIG Texas stars at the Cole Park Amphitheater overlooking the Corpus Christi Bay. Bring your own blanket & chairs, enjoy food & drink vendors and variety of sounds. Band TBA www.ccparkandrec.com JULY 3-6 Deep Sea Roundup
1-800-45-COAST, Port Aransas
Largest fishing tournament on the Gulf. Bay and offshore divisions, Piggy Perch contest, fish fry & dance. www.deepsearoundup.com JULY 4 Big Bang Celebration
361-826-3460, Corpus Christi
Mayor's 4th of July celebration on the Bayfront with Bayfront Run, fireworks, US Coastguard Search & Rescue Demos, live music at Cole Park, patriotic ceremonies and parade. Website JULY 4 Port A Fireworks Celebration
1-800-45-COAST, Port Aransas
Annual fireworks display starts at dusk at Roberts Point Park. www.portaransas.org JULY 4 Patriotic Boat Parade & Fireworks
361-729-6445, Rockport
At 12noon, boats will parade through Little Bay. At dusk, fireworks over Rockport Beach Park & Little Bay. JULY 7-8 Rockport Art Festival
361-729-5519, Rockport
Juried fine arts. Pottery, watercolor, woodcarving and more. JULY 10-11 Bay Jammin' Concert Series
361-826-3417, Corpus Christi
Enjoy live music on Thursday or a film on Friday under the BIG Texas stars at the Cole Park Amphitheater overlooking the Corpus Christi Bay. Bring your own blanket & chairs, enjoy food & drink vendors and variety of sounds. Band TBA www.ccparkandrec.com JULY 17-18 Bay Jammin' Concert Series
361-826-3417, Corpus Christi
Enjoy live music on Thursday or a film on Friday under the BIG Texas stars at the Cole Park Amphitheater overlooking the Corpus Christi Bay. Bring your own blanket & chairs, enjoy food & drink vendors and variety of sounds. Band TBA www.ccparkandrec.com JULY 24-25 Bay Jammin' Concert Series
361-826-3417, Corpus Christi
Enjoy live music on Thursday or a film on Friday under the BIG Texas stars at the Cole Park Amphitheater overlooking the Corpus Christi Bay. Bring your own blanket & chairs, enjoy food & drink vendors and variety of sounds. Band TBA www.ccparkandrec.com JULY 31- AUG 1 Bay Jammin' Concert Series
361-826-3417, Corpus Christi
Enjoy live music on Thursday or a film on Friday under the BIG Texas stars at the Cole Park Amphitheater overlooking the Corpus Christi Bay. Bring your own blanket & chairs, enjoy food & drink vendors and variety of sounds. Band TBA www.ccparkandrec.com August AUG 7-8 Bay Jammin' Concert Series
361-826-3417, Corpus Christi
Enjoy live music on Thursday or a film on Friday under the BIG Texas stars at the Cole Park Amphitheater overlooking the Corpus Christi Bay. Bring your own blanket & chairs, enjoy food & drink vendors and variety of sounds. Band TBA www.ccparkandrec.com AUG 14-15 Bay Jammin' Concert Series
361-826-3417, Corpus Christi
Enjoy live music on Thursday or a film on Friday under the BIG Texas stars at the Cole Park Amphitheater overlooking the Corpus Christi Bay. Bring your own blanket & chairs, enjoy food & drink vendors and variety of sounds. Band TBA www.ccparkandrec.com AUG 16 Sk8 del Sol & Competition
361-826-3476, Corpus Christi
Skateboarders put their skills to the test in this one-day competition at Cole Park with four age groups. Competition is limited to 30 participants & includes several categories with assorted prizes. Also enjoy water tag, horseshoes, climbing wall, face painting & skateboard deck art design contest. www.ccparkandrec.com AUG 21-22 Bay Jammin' Concert Series
361-826-3417, Corpus Christi
Enjoy live music on Thursday or a film on Friday under the BIG Texas stars at the Cole Park Amphitheater overlooking the Corpus Christi Bay. Bring your own blanket & chairs, enjoy food & drink vendors and variety of sounds. Band TBA www.ccparkandrec.com AUG 28-29 Bay Jammin' Concert Series
361-826-3417, Corpus Christi
Enjoy live music on Thursday or a film on Friday under the BIG Texas stars at the Cole Park Amphitheater overlooking the Corpus Christi Bay. Bring your own blanket & chairs, enjoy food & drink vendors and variety of sounds. Band TBA www.ccparkandrec.com AUG 29-30 The Texas Coast Feis
361-884-2307, Corpus Christi
Irish dance competition featuring hundreds of dancers from around the United States. Free to the public. September SEPT 25-28 The Celebration of Flight - Hawk Watch
Over 100,000 migrate to the Coastal Bend area and Corpus Christi is home to the national hawk watch event where amateur and professional birders count the flying friends of the sky. The new Hazel Bazemore Park's Hawk Platform will surely provide a wonderful sight to see this year!
Corpus Christi @ Hazel Bazemore Park
www.ccbirding.com/thw SEPT Fiesta En La Playa
361-729-6445, Rockport SEPT HummerBird Celebration
361-729-6445, Rockport
Informative programs on migrating hummingbirds and other birds. October OCT 12 Hispanic Heritage Festival
361-289-0111, Corpus Christi @ Heritage Park www.ksabfm.com OCT Rockport Seafair
361-729-6445, Rockport
Fresh seafood, live entertainment, arts & crafts and crab races. OCT Czech Fest
361-387-1312, Corpus Christi OCT Western Week
361-358-3267, Beeville
Open pro-rodeo, carnival, arts & crafts, Kids' zone, barbecue cook-off. Texas Music Artist Kevin Fowler & Charlie Robison Live in Concert Saturday night. www.westernweek.org OCT Oktoberfest
361-387-4434, Robstown
56th Annual event includes country store, children's games, live auction and barbecue at St. Anthony's Church of Violet. OCT - PA Art About Art Walk
361-749-7334, Mustang Island
4-7pm, presented by the Art Center for the Islands. Self-guided tour of new & established art galleries beginning at Old Town & winding out to Hwy 361. www.portaransasartcenter.org OCT 17-19 Texas Jazz Festival
361-883-4500, Corpus Christi
World-class jazz festivals featuring jazz artists from across the country. www.texasjazz-fest.org OCT - Round Up Days
361-776-2906, Ingleside
Annual festival featuring parade, golf tournament, softball tournament, arts & crafts, live music located at Simmons Park & Hwy 361. www.roundupdays.org OCT - Everything Kayak Expo
1-866-856-9477, Aransas Pass
Check out the latest kayaks & watercrafts from vendors with free demos, learn the secrets to bay fishing & get guided tours by professional anglers. Assorted classes, seminars & tours all weekend. www.everythingkayakexpo.com OCT = Annual Scaritage Park
61-289-0111, Corpus Christi
Come join us at Heritage Park in downtown Corpus Christi for fun & safe place to take the kids for Halloween night. Free Admission www.939online.com November NOV - Butterfly Dayz
361-852-2100, Corpus Christi
Butterfly Dayz includes on-site evening and morning one-hour lectures, as well as two butterfly walks. NOV - Georgewest Storyfest
888-600-3121, Georgewest
Storytelling, music, craft demonstrations and food. Concert featuring Wright Remedy & Brendon Jenkins. NOV - 44th Annual Greekfest
361-883-9843, Corpus Christi
Event includes an adult & children dance, mini-bazaar with vendors selling Greek food, traditional five-piece bouzouki Greek band. Free Admission. Located at 502 S. Chaparral Street. NOV - Bull Fest
361-767-2516, Robstown
Event includes horse carriage rides, follklorico dancers, trackless train rides, tractor pulls, acrobat show, famous impersonators, carnival, vendors, bullriding, BBQ challenge and live entertainment. www.bullfest2007.com NOV - Rockport Film Festival
361-729-5519, Rockport
In addition to attending the Film Festival featuring over 50 international films, visitors will have the opportunity to explore Rockport’s arts and cultural community. www.rockportfilmfest.com NOV - Eighth Annual Maybe Hot? Maybe Not! Bike Ride
361-758-2750, Aransas Pass
Tour five Gulf Coast communities on this Charming Bike Ride & choose from four different categories. Enjoy a post-ride party with live music at noon. Register online NOV King Ranch Ranch Hand Breakfast
800-333-5032, Kingsville
Authentic ranch breakfast cooked and served outdoors on King Ranch. December Dec 31 - New Years Eve
Fireworks on the Bay
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