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 Sponsored by Visit Corpus Christi. \u00a0Find more fun in the Coastal Bend with the Visit Corpus Christi’s event calendar: https:\/\/www.visitcorpuschristi.com\/events\/<\/p>\n
\nFriday, Feb. 27<\/p>\n
2-9 p.m. at \u00a0Beach Ball Brewing LLC, 936 Waldron Rd, Corpus Christi<\/p>\n
Kick off your Mardi Gras weekend at Beach Ball Brewing with an island-style pre-party featuring two food trucks and cold craft beer. Enjoy cans of Thank God It\u2019s Padre Strawberry Blonde, perfect for taking to the beach, with more details coming soon.<\/p>\n
Paint a Pot & Decorate a Mardi Gras Mask<\/a> <\/p>\n 6-11:45 p.m. at \u00a0The Anchor Beach Bar & Grill, 936 Waldron Rd, Corpus Christi<\/p>\n Join Party Concierge Island Girl for a fun, creative Mardi Gras evening decorating pots or making your own masks. Prices start at $6 for masks and $8 for pots\u2014bring your creativity and celebrate Mardi Gras together!<\/p>\n 7-11 p.m. at Brewster Street Ice House- Island, 15241 Leeward St, Corpus Christi<\/p>\n Catch Aaron Jacob live for an evening of music during a free show from 7 to 11 p.m. Enjoy the laid-back island vibes and a relaxed night out.<\/p>\n 7-11 p.m. at Brewster Street Ice House- Southside, 5550 Holly Rd, Corpus Christi<\/p>\n Catch Michael Burtts live for a free show from 7 to 11 p.m. Enjoy a relaxed night of music on the Southside.<\/p>\n Boat Rides All Day with Baywatch Tours Corpus for Barefoot Mardi Gras Weekend<\/a> <\/p>\n 7-11:45 p.m. at 13313 S Padre Island Dr, Corpus Christi<\/p>\n The Barefoot Mardi Gras on Whitecap Beach is bringing a full weekend of fun, including food, ice cream, and boat tours under the JFK Bridge at Snoopy\u2019s Pier. Visitors can park at Sunset Island, enjoy local treats, and reserve boat tours (for up to six people) in advance to guarantee a spot.<\/p>\n Cole Porter’s Anything Goes<\/a> <\/p>\n 7:30-10 p.m. at Warren Theater- TAMUCC, 6300 Ocean Dr, Corpus Christi<\/p>\n The award-winning musical Anything Goes features Cole Porter classics, tap dancing, and a cruise-ship love story at the Warren Theatre \/ Center for the Arts. Tickets range from $8\u2013$12, with HEB offering complimentary admission to high school students with ID, and a Friday night improv show follows the performance.<\/p>\n 5:30 p.m. at Texas A&M University-CC, 6300 Ocean Dr, Corpus Christi<\/p>\n The Lighting of the \u201cI\u201d is a cherished Islander Homecoming tradition that unites campus and community while building excitement for Saturday\u2019s basketball games. Join the celebration on the East Lawn and show your Islander pride in blue and green.<\/p>\n
Chicken Pho Cooking Class<\/a> <\/p>\n 10 a.m. at 1809 N Chaparral St, Corpus Christi<\/p>\n Join Mimi Kitchenboss for a hands-on, kid-friendly cooking class to make chicken pho from scratch, bringing the flavors of Vietnam to your home. Participants will enjoy their homemade soup and connect with fellow food enthusiasts; no supplies needed, just your appetite and sense of culinary adventure.<\/p>\n 31st Annual Billy Sandifer Big Shell Beach Cleanup<\/a> <\/p>\n 8 a.m. at \u00a0Padre Island National Seashore\u00a0<\/p>\n Join Mimi Kitchenboss for a hands-on, kid-friendly cooking class on **Feb\u202f28** to make **chicken pho** from scratch, bringing the flavors of Vietnam to your home. Participants will enjoy their homemade soup and connect with fellow food enthusiasts; no supplies needed, just your appetite and sense of culinary adventure.<\/p>\n 9:30-11 a.m. at 1809 N Chaparral St, Corpus Christi<\/p>\n Join Esmer Hinojosa for a Beginner Zentangle Workshop to learn the basics of this relaxing, mindful art form. The hands-on class includes all materials, costs $35 per person, and requires no prior experience.<\/p>\n Barefoot Mardi Gras Parade 2026<\/a> <\/p>\n It\u2019s Barefoot Mardi Gras! Join the parade down the beach with the wind in your hair and sand in your toes\u2014free to spectate or join in the fun, with floats judged for prizes afterward.<\/p>\n 4th Annual Texas Oyster Roundup<\/a> <\/p>\n 12-6 p.m. \u00a0at Water Street Oyster Bar, 309 N Water St, Corpus Christi\u00a0<\/p>\n It\u2019s Barefoot Mardi Gras! Join the parade down the beach with the wind in your hair and sand in your toes\u2014free to spectate or join in the fun, with floats judged for prizes afterward.<\/p>\n 8-10 a.m. at Cole Park, 2600 Ocean Dr, Corpus Christi<\/p>\n Join the first 5K Run\/Walk supporting employment opportunities for individuals who are blind or visually impaired. This family-friendly event welcomes all skill levels, raising awareness and directly supporting the mission while promoting fun and fitness.<\/p>\n 16th Annual Pirates & Poets Singer Songwriter Showcase<\/a> <\/p>\n The 16th Annual Pirates & Poets Songwriter Invitational in Port Aransas features live shows over multiple days with limited tickets available. Attendees can choose a Three-Day ticket for $110 or a Two-Day ticket for $90, with all ticket and hotel information available online.<\/p>\n TAMUCC Women’s Basketball vs. Northwestern State<\/a> <\/p>\n 1-9 p.m. at Hillard Center, 1901 N Shoreline Blvd, Corpus Christi<\/p>\n TAMUCC Basketball tickets are now available for Men\u2019s and Women\u2019s games, including Student Section 103. Fans can follow the Islanders and purchase tickets online through Ticketmaster.<\/p>\n 7-11 p.m. at Brewster Street Ice House- Island, 15241 Leeward Dr, Corpus Christi<\/p>\n Emma James live in concert in Southside, 7\u202fPM\u201311\u202fPM with free admission.<\/p>\n 7-11 p.m. at Brewster Street Southside, 5550 Holly Rd, Corpus Christi<\/p>\n Scarecrow People performing in Southside, 7\u202fPM\u201311\u202fPM with free admission.<\/p>\n Robert James and The Unaccountable Freaks<\/a> <\/p>\n 8-11:45 p.m. at House of Rock, 511 Starr St, Corpus Christi<\/p>\n Spend your Saturday night at House of Rock with a powerful lineup of rock and alternative sounds. Headlined by Robert James & The Unaccountable Freaks, the show also features Fourth Fallen, The 99s, and Honey Rot, delivering high-energy originals and dynamic live performances.<\/p>\n
\nSaturday, Feb. 28\n <\/p>\n