John Oliva, Corpus Christi Caller Times
Wed, June 17, 2026 at 9:45 AM UTC
Father’s Day is on June 21, which gives you plenty of time to figure out how to celebrate the paternal figure in your life.
Here are nine Father’s Day events occurring in Corpus Christi to plan for.
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June 18
Father’s Day Story Time: The Ben F. McDonald Public Library will host a Father’s Day story time for dads and their little ones, from newborns to 5-year-olds, at 4044 Greenwood Drive. Enjoy stories, songs, snacks and a special craft. Time: 11 a.m. Cost: Free. Information: facebook.com/mcdonaldlibrary.
Father’s Day Card Factory: The Ben F. McDonald Public Library will hold its Father’s Day Card Factory at 4044 Greenwood Drive, where people may create personalized cards to give their dad. Time: 2 to 4 p.m. Cost: Free. Information: facebook.com/mcdonaldlibrary.
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June 20
Father’s Day Kayak Demo Day: Wind & Wave Watersports will offer dads and their families free test demos on kayaks and other water vehicles at the northwest side of the Packery Channel Bridge. Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost: Free. Information: 361-937-9283.
Father’s Day Card Factory: The Ben F. McDonald Public Library will hold its Father’s Day Card Factory at 4044 Greenwood Drive, where people may create personalized cards to give their dad. Time: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Cost: Free. Information: facebook.com/mcdonaldlibrary.
Father’s Day Memorial Celebration: The Memory Gardens Funeral Home & Cemetery will host a Father’s Day Memorial Celebration at 8200 Old Brownsville Road. Enjoy a remembrance service, crafts, music and refreshments. Time: 2 p.m. Cost: Free. Information: facebook.com/MemoryGardensFuneral.
Texas Master Naturalist Night at Hooks: The Mid-Coast and South Texas chapters of the Texas Master Naturalists will celebrate dads at a Corpus Christi Hooks game at Whataburger Field. Enjoy fun nature activities and memories. Time: 6 p.m. Cost: $19.10. Information: gofevo.com/event/Texasmaster2.
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June 21
Father’s Day Free Fishing Big Fish Challenge: Marker 37 Marina will celebrate dads on the water for free fishing and a Big Fish Challenge at 13317 S. Padre Island Drive. The angler who catches the biggest fish from the pier will win a $100 Marker 37 Marina gift card. Time: 5:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Cost: Free. Information: marker37.cc.
Father’s Day at Church Unlimited: Celebrate Father’s Day at Church Unlimited at 7451 Bay Area Drive. Attendees will enjoy a worship, family moments and encouraging messages. Time: 8:30 a.m. Cost: Free. Information: churchunlimited.com.
Father’s Day Swim: The Portland Aquatic Center will let dads swim for free during general swim hours, with a child whose admission is paid, at 2002 Billy G. Webb Drive in Portland. Time: Noon to 6 p.m. Cost: $5 for children. Information: portlandtx.com/127/Aquatic-Center.
Father’s Fest 2026: The Artisan and Full Stack Production will hold their inaugural Father’s Fest at 218 N. Chaparral St. Enjoy live music, local vendors, food trucks, games, giveaways and more. Time: 2 to 8 p.m. Cost: Free to attend. Information: artisancc.net.
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