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Friday, March 20Corpus Christi Crawfish Festival & Boat Show

11 a.m. – 10 p.m. at  Peary Place Park 8401 S Padre Island Dr, Corpus Christi

The 1st Annual Corpus Christi Crawfish Fest & Saltwater Angler Boat Show will take over Peary Place Park with food, music, boats, vendors, and a crawfish cook-off. Tickets are required only for the AYCE crawfish and live entertainment tent, while general admission and parking are free.

Saturday, March 21Paws on the Pier 5K & 1K Wag Walk

7:30-11 a.m. at  Cole Park 2600 Ocean Dr, Corpus Christi

The Paws on the Pier 5K & 1K Wag Walk at Cole Park Pier supports Dreaming of Furever Animal Rescue with a run, walk, vendors, and a dog treat bar. Sponsors and vendors can showcase their brands to hundreds of pet lovers, and participants are encouraged to bring their dogs and families.

Competencia Folklorica De Tejas 

8 a.m. – 11:45 p.m. at   Hilliard Center 1901 N Shoreline Blvd, Corpus Christi

The XIV Competencia Folklórica de Tejas brings top ballet folklórico dancers to Corpus Christi for vibrant performances, supported by local and national arts organizations.

London PTO Presents Pirate Fest 2026!

12:30 – 9 p.m. at  Hilliard Center 1901 N Shoreline Blvd, Corpus Christi

Pirate Fest 2026 in Corpus Christi offers carnival rides, games, food, a silent auction, and a Pirate Loot drawing with prizes—free admission and parking for all.

Piano Celebration Week

9 a.m. – 8 p.m. at  Performance Arts Center – TAMUCC 6300 Ocean Dr #5723, Corpus Christi

Piano Celebration Week at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi brings music, education, and community together with free performances, classes, and workshops for all ages.

Decorate a Springtime Bucket 

10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at  McCoy’s Building Supply 5909 Holly Rd, Corpus Christi

Kids can decorate 1-gallon McCoy’s buckets for Spring at all store locations, free while supplies last, thanks to Hillman’s sponsorship.

Freedom Fest 

10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at  Kolda Elementary School 3730 Rodd Field Rd, Corpus Christi

Kolda Elementary invites families to a free community carnival with rides, games, food trucks, vendors, and a Color Fun Run—wristbands available for unlimited fun.

BeLocal Coastal Bend Market

10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at  Kolda Elementary School 3730 Rodd Field Rd, Corpus Christi

BeLocal Coastal Bend Market at The Sand Box Beach Bar offers local vendors, kids’ activities, food, drinks, live music, and giveaways for a fun family day out.

2026 Egg Hunt by the Bay

12 p.m. – 2 p.m. at  The Water’s Edge’s Great Lawn 602 S Shoreline Blvd, Corpus Christi

“Egg Hunt by the Bay” at The Water’s Edge invites families and pets to find 20,000+ eggs, enjoy games, food trucks, prizes, and meet the Easter Bunny—no registration needed.

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live

12:30 – 9 p.m. at  Hilliard Center 1901 N Shoreline Blvd, Corpus Christi

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live comes to Hilliard Center Arena with thrilling stunts, favorite trucks, and family-friendly action across three shows.

Spring Break on The Coast 2026:

12:30 – 9 p.m. at  Hilliard Center 1901 N Shoreline Blvd, Corpus Christi

Josh Abbott Band and Jackson Wendell perform at Concrete Street Amphitheater with pit and general admission tickets available; presales and public onsale through the CSA newsletter.

The Emo Night Tour

8-11:45 p.m. at  House of Rock 511 Starr St, Corpus Christi

Emo Night Tour comes to House of Rock in Corpus Christi, an 18+ event featuring hits from Taking Back Sunday, Fall Out Boy, Panic! at the Disco, and My Chemical Romance.

Breakfast with the Bunny

8:30 a.m. at  Portland Community Center, 2000 Billy G Webb, Portland

Enjoy breakfast and spring crafts with Jellybean at the Easter Egg Hunt, spreading cheer and fun—tickets required for all attendees.

Sunday, March 22Corpus Christi Crawfish Festival & Boat Show

11 a.m. – 10 p.m. at  Peary Place Park 8401 S Padre Island Dr, Corpus Christi

The 1st Annual Corpus Christi Crawfish Fest & Saltwater Angler Boat Show will take over Peary Place Park with food, music, boats, vendors, and a crawfish cook-off. Tickets are required only for the AYCE crawfish and live entertainment tent, while general admission and parking are free.

Corpus Christi Crawfish Festival & Boat Show

11 a.m. – 10 p.m. at  Peary Place Park 8401 S Padre Island Dr, Corpus Christi

The 1st Annual Corpus Christi Crawfish Fest & Saltwater Angler Boat Show will take over Peary Place Park with food, music, boats, vendors, and a crawfish cook-off. Tickets are required only for the AYCE crawfish and live entertainment tent, while general admission and parking are free.