Enjoy a fun-filled weekend in the Coastal Bend! Family-friendly events, festive activities, local vendors, and memories waiting for all ages to share.<\/p>\n
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas \u2014 <\/p>\n
Friday, Jan. 30 <\/p>\n
Fat Friday Party: Barefoot Mardi Gras 2026 – Waterline at Doc’s<\/a> <\/p>\n 6-10 p.m. at 13309 S Padre Island Dr, Corpus Christi<\/p>\n Fat Friday 2026 will take place at The Waterline at Doc\u2019s (downstairs), featuring Cajun appetizers, live music, a silent auction, a costume contest, themed cocktails, and the introduction of the new Barefoot Royalty. Tickets are $35 and expected to sell out quickly, with purchase available online.<\/p>\n Family Storytime- Ben F. McDonald Library<\/a> <\/p>\n 11-11:30 a.m. at 4044 Greenwood Dr, Corpus Christi<\/p>\n Family Storytime for children ages 0\u20136 is held Fridays at 11 a.m., featuring stories, songs, rhymes, and movement activities. The program helps build early literacy and motor skills.<\/p>\n Parents Night Out – Tuftopia<\/a> <\/p>\n 5-9 p.m. at 5625 Saratoga Blvd suite 109, Corpus Christi<\/p>\n Parents\u2019 Night Out at Tuftopia is held Fridays and Saturdays from 5\u20139 p.m., offering kids an evening of crafts, art, games, and a movie in a safe, creative setting. Spots are limited, and reservations can be made by contacting Tuftopia in Corpus Christi directly.<\/p>\n Parker McCollum – Hilliard Center<\/a> <\/p>\n 7:30 – 11:45 p.m. at 1901 N Shoreline Blvd, Corpus Christi<\/p>\n Parker McCollum will headline the Hilliard Center Arena on Friday, Jan. 30, with special guests Jake Worthington and Jackson Wendell. Tickets go on sale Friday, Sept. 26 at 10 a.m. CDT, with a password pre-sale starting Thursday, Sept. 25 from 10 a.m.\u201310 p.m. Tickets and info are available online. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and the show starts at 7:30 p.m. All ages are welcome.<\/p>\n
Safe Fun-Fit at the Bayfront<\/a> <\/p>\n 7 to 11 a.m. \u00a0at 602 S Shoreline Blvd, Corpus Christi<\/p>\n Safe Fun-Fit at the Bayfront is a free City of Corpus Christi wellness program held Saturdays from 7\u201311 a.m., featuring a 1.5-mile fitness lane along the Bayfront for walking, running, and biking, plus group classes from 8\u201311 a.m. Open to all skill levels ages 8 and older, the program requires pre-registration, and children ages 8\u201315 must be accompanied by an adult.<\/p>\n CCEF Hearts & Minds 5K Run<\/a> <\/p>\n 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. \u00a0at Water’s Edge Park 520 S Shoreline Blvd, Corpus Christi<\/p>\n The Corpus Christi Education Foundation will host its 9th annual Hearts & Minds 5K at Water\u2019s Edge Park, with free registration for all CCISD students. Register here<\/a>. If you have any questions, please contact Eloisa Dowiat at 361-695-7412.<\/p>\n Corpus Christi Southside Farmer’s Market<\/a> <\/p>\n 9 a.m.- 12 p.m. \u00a0at 5800 Everhart Rd , Corpus Christi<\/p>\n The Corpus Christi Southside Farmers Market continues its 26-year tradition of offering locally grown, raised, and handcrafted goods from area vendors. The market is held Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon at 5800 Everhart Road, rain or shine.<\/p>\n Ramen Making Class – Texas State Museum of Asian Cultures<\/a> <\/p>\n 10-11:30 a.m. at \u00a01809 N Chaparral St , Corpus Christi<\/p>\n Mimi Kitchenboss teaches a fun, hands-on cooking class on making fully loaded soy miso pork ramen, where participants create their own broth, toppings, and more. Attendees enjoy a kid-friendly atmosphere, learn new ingredients, and get to eat what they make\u2014no supplies needed, just appetite and a sense of culinary adventure.<\/p>\n Sassy Kat Boutique Galantines Event<\/a> <\/p>\n 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. \u00a0at 15122 Northwest Blvd suite 4, Corpus Christi<\/p>\n Mark your calendars for the Galentines Event Saturday, January 31, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., featuring swag bags, door busters, free mini tattoos, permanent jewelry, and snacks. Attendees are invited to bring their friends for a fun day of shopping and surprises.<\/p>\n Gulf Coast Glory – RMB Fairgrounds<\/a> <\/p>\n 5-11:45 p.m. at 1213 Terry Shamsie Blvd, Robstown<\/p>\n Boxing returns to Corpus Christi as Zurdo Promotions and Rising Knuckles bring professional championship action back to the Gulf Coast. Hometown stars Julian \u201cKing\u201d Delgado and Jerry \u201cThe Corpus Christi Kid\u201d Belmontes lead an electric lineup of rising local and regional talent. Tickets are on sale now\u2014don\u2019t miss this historic night of high-energy fights.<\/p>\n Diary of a Wimpy Kid – Harbor Playhouse<\/a> <\/p>\n 7:30-9 p.m. \u00a0at 1802 N Chaparral St, Corpus Christi<\/p>\n The 2026 season opens with *Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Musical*, showing Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 PM and Sundays at 2:30 PM. Follow Greg Heffley\u2019s hilarious and heartfelt middle school adventures as his cartoon diary comes to life on stage. Tickets are available online or at the box office.<\/p>\n
\nSaturday, Jan. 31 <\/p>\n
\nSunday, Feb. 01 <\/p>\n