CORPUS CHRISTI, Tx \u2014 We know Buc Days hype is making waves all across the Coastal Bend, and you can already picture the parade routes filling up…but if you are looking to try something new this weekend, there are plenty of options happening across the area.<\/p>\n
From birdwatching and pop culture celebrations to kid-friendly racing and hands-on art, here is your guide to what is happening around town.<\/p>\n
\ud83d\udc26 Birdiest Festival in America<\/p>\n
Location: South Texas Botanical Gardens & Nature CenterDay: Friday through SundayTime: Events scheduled throughout the day<\/p>\n
The 9th annual Birdiest Festival<\/a> in America is flocking into Corpus Christi for a weekend celebrating the spring migration.<\/p>\n Birders from across the country are heading to the Coastal Bend to catch a glimpse of migrating species along the Gulf Coast.<\/p>\n The South Texas Botanical Gardens is hosting guided bird walks, educational presentations and family-friendly activities \u2014 making it a great event for both seasoned birders and curious beginners.<\/p>\n \ud83c\udfae Coastal Bend Fan Fest<\/p>\n Location: Corpus Christi Community CenterDay: Friday through SundayTime: Multiple sessions throughout the weekend<\/p>\n If you are into comics, cosplay or gaming, Coastal Bend Fan Fest<\/a> is bringing pop culture to life in downtown Corpus Christi.<\/p>\n The three-day event features comics, anime, gaming, movies, artists and vendors, along with special guests and a cosplay showcase.<\/p>\n Whether you are dressing up or just browsing, it is a chance to dive into a world of fandom right here in the Coastal Bend.<\/p>\n \ud83c\udfc1 Power Wheels Grand Prix<\/p>\n Location: Portland Aquatic CenterDay: SaturdayTime: Pit opens at 9 a.m. | Races begin at 10 a.m.<\/p>\n Start your engines, the Power Wheels Grand Prix<\/a> is rolling into Portland.<\/p>\n This kid-friendly event invites participants to bring their own Power Wheels vehicles and race for fun. Helmets are required, and organizers say it is all about safe, high-energy excitement for young drivers.<\/p>\n It is a morning full of laughs, competition and pint-sized horsepower.<\/p>\n \ud83d\udcda Children\u2019s Day Celebration<\/p>\n Location: Ben F. McDonald Public LibraryDay: SaturdayTime: 12:30 p.m.<\/p>\n Families can head to the library for a celebration focused on creativity and culture.<\/p>\n