John Oliva, Corpus Christi Caller Times
Wed, April 22, 2026 at 9:45 AM UTC
Not sure what to do this weekend?
There are plenty of fun things to check out in the Coastal Bend area, whether it’s with family, friends, a romantic partner or just yourself.
Here’s what the Caller-Times thinks you should attend:
Buc Days: See Coastal Bend students in Driscoll Children’s Parade in Portland
April 23
Birdiest Festival in America: The ninth annual Birdiest Festival in America returns to Corpus Christi with plenty of bird-watching opportunities such as guided walks, workshops, presentations and trips. Time: 5:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Registration: $40. Information: birdiestfestival.org.
Josh Weathers: Brewster Street Ice House will host country artist Josh Weathers at 8 p.m. Cost: $20.25 to $35.25. Information: brewsterstreet.net.
A marcher with Rally Credit Union waves to people at the annual Buc Days Rally Night Parade on Schatzell Street in downtown Corpus Christi on April 26, 2025.
April 24
Birdiest Festival in America: The ninth annual Birdiest Festival in America continues with plenty of bird-watching opportunities such as guided walks, workshops, presentations and trips. Time: 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Registration: $40. Information: birdiestfestival.org.
Noche Latina: Spend your evening at Noche Latina, a premier cigar event featuring music, conversation, fellowship, food, drinks and fine cigars at 3700 Ocean Drive. The annual fundraiser is for West Side Helping Hand, a free after-school and summer program for youth living on Corpus Christi’s west side. Time: 7 to 10 p.m. Cost: $50. Information: bit.ly/CCNocheLatina.
Tyrone Vaughan: House of Rock will host blues artist Tyrone Vaughan at 7 p.m. Cost: $19.65 to $105.15. Information: texashouseofrock.com.
“Blithe Spirit”: Aurora Arts Theatre will present “Blithe Spirit,” a comedy about a novelist who finds himself haunted by the ghost of his late first wife. Time: 7:30 p.m. Cost: $20 to $25. Information: 361-851-9700, auroraartstheatre.com.
“My Fairy Lady”: The Del Mar College Singer’s Theater will bring its original production, “My Fairy Lady,” onstage in the Wolfe Recital Hall at 101 Baldwin Blvd. The musical comedy is about a man given a life-altering wish by a fairy but finding out the perfect life is only one bad decision away. Time: 7:30 p.m. Cost: Free. Information: 361-698-1214.
Shania Twang — Tribute to Shania Twain: Brewster Street Ice House will host cover artist Shania Twang at 8 p.m. Cost: $20.25 to $35.50. Information: brewsterstreet.net.
Plan ahead: Here’s your guide to Buc Days 2026 in the Coastal Bend
April 25
Birdiest Festival in America: The ninth annual Birdiest Festival in America continues with plenty of bird-watching opportunities such as guided walks, workshops, presentations and trips. Time: 6:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Registration: $40. Information: birdiestfestival.org.
Guided Bird Walk with Audubon Outdoor Club: The Audubon Outdoor Club will host free, guided bird walks at Blucher Park for beginner to intermediate birders. Attendees can meet at the entrance of the park on Carrizo Street across from the Blucher house. The walk will last about an hour or two. Time: 8 a.m. Cost: Free. Information: 361-563-4356.
KEDT Kids Festival: KEDT will host its annual KEDT Kids Festival at 3205 S. Staples St. Attendees can meet Daniel Tiger and Arthur, while also enjoying fun, educational activities from more than 30 local organizations. Time: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost: Free. Information: kedt.org/kedt-kids-festival.
Water-Smart Plant Sale: The South Texas Botanical Gardens & Nature Center will host its Water-Smart Plant Sale, a twist on the nonprofit’s usual Big Bloom Sale, at 8545 S. Staples St. The event will have an inventory of water-thrifty plants such as succulents, cacti and other xeriscape varieties. The event will also feature local vendors, butterfly and ladybug releases, animal presentations and food trucks. Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: $2 for non-members; free for members. Information: stxbot.org.
Buc Days Stadium Show and Night Parade: Enjoy a panoramic view of the parade from seats in the stands at the Stadium Show at Buc Stadium at 1 Battlin Buc Blvd. The parade will continue down Leopard Street and end on Shoreline Boulevard. Time: Gates open at 5:30 p.m. and Stadium Show starts at 7 p.m. Cost: $11.30 to $16.95 for Stadium Show viewing. Information: bucdays.com.
“Blithe Spirit”: Aurora Arts Theatre will present “Blithe Spirit,” a comedy about a novelist who finds himself haunted by the ghost of his late first wife. Time: 7:30 p.m. Cost: $20 to $25. Information: 361-851-9700, auroraartstheatre.com.
Bad Suns: Brewster Street Ice House will host rock band Bad Suns at 8 p.m. Cost: $31.50 to $57.50. Information: brewsterstreet.net.
Safe Play Social: The Coastal Bend Wellness Foundation will host its Safe Play Social at Elements, Realms, & Beyond at 1913 S. Staples St. The evening will feature trivia and conversation about safe sex and resources. Time: 8 to 11 p.m. Cost: Free. Information: facebook.com/CoastalBendWellnessFoundation.
In this 2023 file photo, birder Mary Hill, center, lowers her binoculars to look at Oso Bay Wetlands during a Birdiest Festival in America tour group event in Corpus Christi.
April 26
Birdiest Festival in America: The ninth annual Birdiest Festival in America continues with plenty of bird-watching opportunities such as guided walks, workshops, presentations and trips. Time: 6 to 10:30 a.m. Registration: $40. Information: birdiestfestival.org.
Guided Bird Walk with Audubon Outdoor Club: The Audubon Outdoor Club will host free, guided bird walks at Blucher Park for beginner to intermediate birders. Attendees can meet at the entrance of the park on Carrizo Street across from the Blucher house. The walk will last about an hour or two. Time: 8 a.m. Cost: Free. Information: 361-563-4356.
“Blithe Spirit”: Aurora Arts Theatre will present “Blithe Spirit,” a comedy about a novelist who finds himself haunted by the ghost of his late first wife. Time: 2:30 p.m. Cost: $20 to $25. Information: 361-851-9700, auroraartstheatre.com.
“Tick, Tick… Boom!”: Fifth Wall Company, a local theater production, will present “Tick, Tick… Boom!” at Aurora Arts Theatre at 5635 Everhart Road. The musical tells the story of a composer and the sacrifices he made to achieve his big break in the world of theater. Proceeds from the show go toward the Peter Lopez Memorial Scholarship Fund. Time: 7:30 p.m. Cost: Donation based. Information: bit.ly/FifthWallCo.
John Oliva covers entertainment and community news in South Texas. Have a story idea? Contact him at john.oliva@caller.com.
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