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 —
Friday, Nov. 21
Letters to Santa Presented by Kleberg Bank
11 a.m.-9 p.m. at Streat Corner Kitchen at 601 N Water Street, Corpus Christi
Bring your kids downtown to write their letters to Santa! Stop by the big mailbox at Streat Corner Kitchen and write your wish list on the provided letter templates to send straight to the North Pole — no stamp required! Letters to Santa — happening November 16th through December 23rd.
Islander Lights- TAMUCC Bell Library
5-8 p.m. at 6300 Ocean Drive, Corpus Christi
Enjoy live music, carolers, seasonal snacks, and a marketplace filled with arts and crafts. Be sure to stop at one of the many unique photo spots to capture the fun! This is a free event open to all, please consider bringing a new unwrapped toy to support Toys for Tots Drive.
7:30-10 p.m. at 1802 N Chaparral Street in Corpus Christi
The Harbor Playhouse’s annual production of A Christmas Carol is a spectacular adaptation of Charles Dickens’s most well-known story and is a must-see event for the holidays. Tickets are $20 and you can catch the musical Fridays and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2:30 p.m.
8 p.m. at the Corpus Christi’s Selena Auditorium
Intocable: Antologia Tour is one of the most influential groups in regional Mexican music. Tickets range from $72.95 to $121.60.
Doors open 8 p.m./ Show 9 p.m. at Brewster Street Icehouse Downtown Corpus Christi
A tribute to Taylor Swift. General admission is $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Oyster deck table (seats up to six people) is $150.
7:30 p.m. at the Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi’s Department of Theatre and Dance
Performers will bring to the stage “Life of Galileo.” This is the final performance. Tickets range from $11.50 to $13.50.
Join Little Rockport Theatre for its production of the play, “The Savannah Sipping Society.” Starts at 7 p.m. Tickets are $22.50.
Saturday, Nov. 22
8:30 a.m.- 7:30 p.m. at Earthwise Pet 5625 Saratoga Blvd #119 in Corpus Christi
They are offering a limited number of goodie bags for visiting pets—one per household—along with storewide sales marked by Astro Loyalty signs in both the cat and dog sections. Additionally, there is a flash-sale area with deep discounts and a clearance section where all markdowns are doubled at checkout.
Corpus Christi Southside Farmer’s Market
9am-12pm 5800 Everhart Rd, Corpus Christi
For over 26 years, the Corpus Christi Southside Farmers Market has provided the community with locally grown, raised, and handcrafted goods held to high quality standards. Every product comes directly from the vendor who made it, and the market welcomes visitors every Saturday
9 a.m.- 6 p.m. at Richard M. Borchard Regional Fairgrounds in Robstown
A major firearms and outdoor trade event in South and Central Texas for over 20 years, offering a wide range of guns, ammunition, accessories, and related gear. Admission is available at the door—with free parking—and vendor inquiries are directed to Todd at 361-289-2256.
10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at Texas State Museum of Asian Cultures 1809 N Chaparral St, Corpus Christi
An hourlong, family-friendly cooking class led by Mimi Kitchenboss, where participants learn to make Filipino pork lumpia from prep to cooking—and enjoy eating their creations. The class requires no supplies from attendees, welcomes cooks of all ages, and notes that missed classes or cancellations within 24 hours are non-refundable.
10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at DDMX Motocross Ranch in Robstown
Mud Factor’s “Seriously Fun 5K Obstacle Run”, a non-competitive, go-at-your-own-pace mud run experience. Featuring giant cargo climbs, mud pits, water slides, and a kids’ run, the event invites participants to register at www.MUDFACTOR.com.
Grind Coffee’s Fellowship Market
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 615 N. Upper Broadway #140 in Corpus Christi
Will feature local vendors followed by a worship gathering at 2:30 p.m. It offers a welcoming space for families and friends to enjoy community connection, worship, and shopping with local makers.
10 a.m. – 6 p.m. at Drift Corpus 5302 Leopard St, Corpus Christi
Drift Corpus is hosting its Driftsgiving Cash Days event, bringing high-energy drifting action for drivers and fans alike. Registration is handled through Cash App, PayPal, or Venmo by sending the fee along with the participant’s name and car information, after which confirmation is provided and entrants are added to the daily-updated list.
12- 1p.m. at Ben F. McDonald Public Library at 4044 Greenwood Dr. in Corpus Christi
The Fall Family Craft Fun event invites families to enjoy a relaxed, creative celebration of the season. Attendees can make simple fall-themed crafts that inspire creativity, spark joy, and create shared memories.
6-8 p.m. at Alamo Drafthouse 7601 S Staples St in Corpus Christi
They invite fans to elevate their Oz experience at a WICKED: FOR GOOD Movie Party featuring costumes, giveaways, and interactive fun. Guests can join a costume contest and receive themed goodies—from a Grimmerie notebook to a Glinda-inspired loofah and more—creating a magical celebration for witches of all kinds.
7:30-10 p.m. at Aurora Arts Theatre at 5635 Everhart Rd Suite B in Corpus Christi
Aurora Arts Theatre will present ELF THE MUSICAL, directed by Drake Jackson with Mariah Treadwell as assistant director, running from November 21 through December 27. The story follows Buddy, a human raised as an elf, who journeys to New York City to find his father, navigate family challenges, and remind everyone of the true meaning of Christmas, with tickets available at auroraartstheatre.com.
Sunday, Nov. 23
Holiday Market on Peppermint Lane
2-7 p.m. at 702 N Chaparral St, Corpus Christi
Downtown Corpus Christi will host a holiday shopping event with dozens of local vendors, festive music, hot cocoa, and photo-worthy holiday lights. Organizers are also seeking high-quality, festive vendors to participate, making it a lively celebration for the community.
Holiday Market in Winter Wonderland
2-7 p.m. at Downtown Corpus Christi 524 Twigg St, Corpus Christi
The Holiday Market in Winter Wonderland offers festive lights, local vendors, food trucks, and family activities, creating a cozy holiday atmosphere for shopping and seasonal fun. Attendees can meet Santa Claus and the Grinch, take memorable photos, and support local artisans and small businesses.