Enjoy a fun-filled weekend in the Coastal Bend! Family-friendly events, festive activities, local vendors, and memories waiting for all ages to share.
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Sponsored by Visit Corpus Christi.  Find more fun in the Coastal Bend with the Visit Corpus Christi’s event calendar: https://www.visitcorpuschristi.com/events/
Friday, Feb. 20
7 p.m. at  Hilliard Center,1901 Shoreline Blvd, Corpus Christi
The Thorn is an immersive live production that tells the story of Christ through music, drama, aerial acts, modern dance, movement arts, and special effects. The show has been seen by more than one million people over 25 years and focuses on themes of love, sacrifice, and redemption.
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at  3875 S Staples St, Building 4, Corpus Christi
A new partnership with local food truck Grilled Cheese Please! will give clients hands-on vocational experience once a month, allowing them to work in the truck and build real-world skills. The food truck will also be open to the community, offering opportunities for clients to practice communication, strengthen social interactions, and gain confidence.
Boots and Bling- Daddy/Daughter Dance
6:30 p.m. at  14254 S Padre Island, Corpus Christi
Real Life is hosting its annual Daddy/Daughter Dance for fathers and father figures with daughters ages 2–17, featuring dancing, games, a photo booth, and special gifts. Attendees can enjoy food and treats while making memories to last a lifetime.
6 p.m. at  2017 Division Rd, Corpus Christi
The Resin Beach Board class returns to Gypsy Finns Studio on February 20 and 21, offering beginners a chance to create ocean-inspired, functional art. Classes are small, include all supplies, and allow participants to personalize projects with their own shells, sand, or treasures.
33rd Annual Stage Door Canteen
7-10 p.m. at USS Lexington Museum, 2914 N Shoreline Blvd Corpus Christi
The USS Lexington Museum will host its 33rd Annual Stage Door Canteen, a nostalgic evening of live music and celebration honoring the historic ship. The event features the USS Lexington Big Band, vocalists, and special guests, with appetizers, a cash bar, and 1940s-themed entertainment, while proceeds support the museum’s ongoing restoration and maintenance.
Family Storytime- Ben F. McDonald Library
11-11:30 a.m. at 4044 Greenwood Dr, Corpus Christi
Family Storytime for children ages 0–6 is held Fridays at 11 a.m., featuring stories, songs, rhymes, and movement activities. The program helps build early literacy and motor skills.
5-9 p.m. at 5625 Saratoga Blvd #109, Corpus Christi
Fridays and Saturdays from 5–9 PM, Tuftopia in Corpus Christi offers a fun evening for kids filled with crafts, art, games, and a movie. While parents enjoy a night out, children engage in a safe, creative, and entertaining experience, with limited spots available by reservation.
Saturday, Feb. 21
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. at 1909 Trojan Dr, Corpus Christi
The Whooping Crane Festival in Port Aransas celebrates the annual return of the cranes to the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge. The four-day event features expert speakers, birding and boating trips, nature tours, photography workshops, a trade show, and additional activities for wildlife enthusiasts.
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at  Atomic Omelette and Grill, 6646 S Staples, Corpus Christi
Plant lovers are invited to a Plant Bingo event featuring six rounds of bingo, a blackout round, plant raffles, and a 2-inch plant with every pre-paid ticket. Guests can enjoy brunch and mimosas at Atomic Omelette, with extra bingo cards available at the door.
Beachcombing with Jace Tunnell
12 p.m. at  2629 Waldron Rd, Corpus Christi
TAMUCC Harte Institute’s YouTube star Jace Tunnell explores the Coastal Bend’s beaches, sharing his adventures and unusual finds with viewers.
St. John Paul II Academy Black & Gold 2026
6 p.m. at Richard M Borchard Fairgrounds, 1213 Terry Shamsie Blvd, Robstown
St. John Paul II Catholic School is celebrating 20 years of transformational Catholic education, preparing students for this life and the next. The celebration will feature dinner, live and silent auctions, a program, casino games, and live music.
9 a.m. at 1201 3rd St, Corpus Christi
Herrman & Herrman’s Market Days are back, offering a family-friendly morning of shopping with local vendors and artisans showcasing handmade goods and unique finds. The event welcomes both shoppers and vendors, giving businesses, artists, and crafters a chance to connect with the community, support small businesses, and enjoy a lively, local market atmosphere.
Coastal Bend Farmers & Artisans Winter Market
9 a.m. – 2 p.m. at  Asbury Methodist Church, 7501 S Staples St, Corpus Christi
The Coastal Bend Farmer’s Market offers a day of local flavor, creativity, and community, featuring vendors with baked goods, honey, candles, soaps, and handcrafted treasures. Visitors can enjoy treats from Crepe Fresh, face painting for kids, and shop local makers for unique items.
HERPS Corpus Christi Exotic Reptile & Pet Show
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. at  Richard M Borchard Fairgrounds, 1213 Terry Shamsie Blvd, Robstown
The Coastal Bend’s largest exotic reptile and pet expo takes place at the Richard M. Borchard Regional Fairgrounds in Robstown, featuring more than 100 tables with reptiles, amphibians, insects, small mammals, and supplies. Attendees can explore the variety of animals, enjoy concessions, and shop for pets and related products during this family-friendly event.
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. at 1909 Trojan Dr, Corpus Christi
The Coast Life Credit Union at Trojan Branch is hosting a WWE-themed event where adults can register for a chance to win tickets to an upcoming WWE Raw show. Attendees can also compete in a WWE superstar costume contest for a $100 Visa gift card, with minors allowed to participate when accompanied by a guardian.
Sunday, Feb. 22
10 a.m. Â at 926 S Staples St, Corpus Christi
Guests are invited to a Bridgerton-inspired tea party featuring a whimsical, elegant setting with tea, mingling, and light activities. Attendees can paint and decorate their own hand fans, enjoy a beautifully styled floral atmosphere, and take home their creations while socializing in a romantic, refined environment.
Sunday Family Funday Free Art Workshops
1-3:30 p.m. at 2021 Agnes St, Corpus Christi
The Garcia Center is offering free family arts workshops for kids, teens, and parents, featuring sessions in painting, ceramics, and a variety of crafts. Led by local artists, the workshops provide hands-on opportunities to explore different media, with preregistration required due to limited space.