Finally Friday! Here’s what is happening in Corpus Christi this weekend

Here is what is happening in the Coastal Bend from Friday, January 19 to Sunday, January 21.

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — It is finally Friday, and we have a weekend full of events coming up in the Coastal Bend. Click on the event name for more information.

Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Rockport Fulton Market Days takes place January 19-21. The event runs from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Enjoy shopping with local vendors of artisan and crafts. Rockport Fulton Market Days can be located at 100 Seabreeze in Rockport.

Friday, January 19

Are you looking for a fun way to stay active? Look no further! Grab your friends and join us for open play volleyball for ages 18 and up at Ben Garza Gym. Volleyball is every Friday from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sign up before heading to the gym to get in the game at 1815 Howard St.

Every Friday through January 26, celebrate the birds of the Rockport area. Volunteer, Retired Park Ranger and bird guide, Bob Showler, will look for birds at Aransas Pathways sites and other points of interest. e prepared to drive your own car up to 20 miles round-trip and bring water, sun & insect protection, and binoculars. Access to most sites is free, but there is a $10 fee to enter Rockport Beach Park. Birding with Bob runs from 8:30 until 11:00 a.m.

Every Friday through March 29, Enjoy Storytime at the Ben F. McDonald Public Library. Family Storytime begins at 11:00 a.m. and will have stories, rhymes, songs, and movement to build early literacy and motor skills. The event is for children aged 0-6. If accommodations are required, parents are urged to contact the library at least 48 hours in advance at (361) 826-2356.

Every Friday through August 30, enjoy a night of Pinball at Quasars Arcade. The event allows all skill levels to participate. The cost is $1 for new players, and $6 for veteran players. New players have a global IFPA rank over 10,000. Games still require coin drop per play.

Kick off your weekend at The Exchange! The Cover Tones are back and playing your favorite classic rock, blues, funk, and country. The event begins at 9:30 p.m. and runs until 1:30 a.m.

Kick off the season and kick up your heels for the Fat Friday Kickoff Party. There will be Cajun dinner from Doc’s Seafood and Steaks, Live music from The Groove, a costume contest, and a silent auction. A portion of the proceeds from this event to be donated to the selected Barefoot Mardi Gras Charities. Tickets cost $25 each. The event will take place at Doc’s at 6:00 p.m.

This exclusive, ticketed event features an intimate live performance by our special music collaborator: the Matthew Ryan Band. Pick up a bottle of our special Texas Country Music edition Live Oak Vodka signed by Matthew Ryan while you’re at it. Enjoy drink specials from the Tasting Room bar and dine from one of our guest food trucks for a great night out. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased here. BobFest starts at 7:00 p.m. at Coastal Bend Distilling Co.

Learn about North America’s only caffeine-producing shrub! Yaupon holly has grown throughout the southwest for thousands of years. Once widely consumed, this plant has been ignored for decades. Learn more about this native plant, and join us afterwards for a cup of tea made straight from the yaupon!  Children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the program. Program is free with park entrance $5 per person and children 12 and under are free, or Texas State Parks Annual Pass. Program may be canceled if no participants are present within 10 minutes of the start time, or in the case of inclement weather. The event takes place at the Goose Island State Park at 3:00 p.m.

Saturday, January 20

Every Saturday, get some of the freshest goods found in the Coastal Bend. The Corpus Christi Southside Farmers’ Market takes place from 9 a.m.-noon. The event is located at the Everhart Market Shopping Center.

The Fitness Lane spanning 1.5 miles for residents to bike, run, jog and walk along the Bayfront, Saturdays from 7 to 11 a.m. The route begins along the seawall at The Water’s Edge, northbound, towards the American Bank Center with the turnaround just before the barge dock entrance. Online Pre-registration is required. Classes are offered for all skill levels, ages 8 and older Saturdays from 8 to 11 a.m. at The Water’s Edge located at 402 S. Shoreline Blvd. Online Pre-registration is required. Safe Fun-Fit is canceled for Saturday, January 20.

The Texas State Museum of Asian Cultures and Education Center will hold a Japan Conversation Table at 11:00 a.m. The session will focus on talking about Japanese culture, history, and language. 

Love is in the air this weekend at the Sixth and Main Community Market. Shop for unique gifts from local vendors for your Valentine. The event will take place at 101 N. 6th St. in Robstown. There will be music, food trucks, and face painting.

The January Farmer’s Market will take place in Robstown at 15210 Northwest Blvd. The event is set to run from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. The monthly outdoor market will have food, goods, and music.

Pistols & Purses: Welcome to The Shot Show fundraiser. Guns and high-end purses will be raffled off, and food/entertainment will be provided. The event will take place at the Port Aransas Civic Center at 6:00 p.m.

Eclipse will perform a the Brewster Street Icehouse. The show is set to start at 9:00 p.m. with doors opening at 8:00 p.m. General Admission tickets cost $15 for advanced sales, and $20 the day of the show. Tickets can be found here.

Sunday, January 21

Every Sunday Through December 29 enjoy some interactive LARPing at West Guth Park. The event starts at 2 p.m. Spectators are welcome, and if you’re interested in trying it out yourself, we have loaner equipment available, but you must be 18 or older and sign a waiver. Any questions about practices or SCA fighting in general can be asked here or by contacting our Knight Marshal.

Auditions open Sunday for the Harbor Playhouse performance of Oklahoma! All auditioners will be asked to sing one of the four provided music selections and to participate in a dance audition. You are asked to bring a resume, audition form, comfortable shoes (dance shoes, if possible), comfortable and presentable clothing, list of conflicts, and a fun attitude! Auditions take place Sunday and Monday at 6:30 p.m.

Upcoming Events

Cheer on the Corpus Christi IceRays at the American Bank Center January 26-27 as they take on the Amarillo Wranglers. Puck drop is set to take place at 7:05 p.m. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. You can purchase tickets here.

The Gulf Coast Wrestling Alliance will hold their first show of 2024 on Friday, January 26. The Show ‘When the Smoke Clears,’ costs $20 per person for General Admission and $25 Ringside. At the door, Prices go up $5 and be prepared to bring cash. The event will take place at the The Holiday Inn at 7:00 p.m.

Get registered now for a Tram Tour at the Goose Island State Park. Join a ranger on a ride through the park to learn about the history and ecology that makes Goose Island unique. Take a casual ride on our tram through the park and up to historic Big Tree. There will be opportunities to get out and look around.  Water, weather appropriate clothing, and binoculars. You can register for the January 26 Tram Tour here.

Aurora Arts Theater presents Godspell. The Show begins Friday, January 26 and runs through Saturday, March 9. A small group of people help Jesus Christ tell different parables by using a wide variety of games, storytelling techniques and hefty doses of comic timing. An eclectic blend of songs, ranging in style from pop to vaudeville, is employed as the story of Jesus’ life dances across the stage. Dissolving hauntingly into the Last Supper and the Crucifixion, Jesus’ messages of kindness, tolerance and love come vibrantly to life. The 2.5 hour show will have a 15 minute intermission. Tickets cost $20 and can be purchased here.

The East and The Crow will perform a free concert at the Executive Surf Club on Saturday, January 27. Bring your friends, grab your dancing shoes, and get ready to experience the magic firsthand. The band plans on bringing all original tunes, southern heat, and enough energy to light up the whole coast. The show is set to begin at 8:30 p.m.

Whether you’ve never fished or you’re an experienced angler, Goose Island’s pier has enough room for everyone! There will be fishing poles available through the Tackle Loaner Program on a first come first serve basis. Stop by anytime between 2 and 4:00 p.m. All ages and abilities welcome, and no fishing license required. Attendees are encouraged to bring sun protection, water, a chair, and your own tackle is optional. The event takes place Wednesday, January 31 at Goose Island State Park.

The First Friday ArtWalk, presented by H-E-B, is hosted every month in Downtown Corpus Christi from 6 – 10 p.m. The long-standing, cultural event hosts dozens of pop-up vendors, local food trucks, live music, art galleries, and more around the Marina Arts District. This month, the event will be hosted at La Retama Park, Artesian Park, and participating businesses! The next ArtWalk is set for February 2.

On the first Saturday of every month. It runs from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. There will be more than 100 vendors with something for everyone. This market is family and pet-friendly, so bring your loved ones along for a fun day out. The Valentine’s edition of the Heritage Park Market Days will take place Saturday, February 3.

The Corpus Christi Symphony Orchestra continues their 2023-2024 season with their Romantic Masterpieces concert.  This concert will take place at the Texas A&M Corpus Christi Performing Arts Center on Saturday, February 3 at 7:30 p.m. The New Year brings more beautiful music. This time with timeless classics of the Romantic era, including one of the most famous piano concertos ever, performed by the brilliant American pianist, Michael Stephen Brown.

Asleep at the Wheel will be performing at the Brewster Street Ice House in downtown Corpus Christi on February 9. Founded in 1970, Asleep at the Wheel has been part of the American roots music landscape for more than 50 years. Although the band got its start on a farm in Paw Paw, West Virginia, Asleep at the Wheel became a cornerstone of the Austin, Texas, scene upon its arrival in 1973. Inspired by Western swing and honky-tonk country, the band has accrued 10 Grammy Awards. The show starts at 8:00 p.m. at 1724 N. Tancahua St. Tickets can be purchased here.

The La Retama Central Library is celebrating Galentine’s Day! Dress up and spend the evening with your favorite ladies watching the Barbie movie and enjoying Barbie inspired activities and snacks. The event is for ages 13 and older. Activities begin at 6:00 p.m. with the movie starting at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 10.

Relive one of the most memorable times of your youth, with prom. Adult Prom Night will be a nostalgic night full of fun and elegance. You can bring your significant other, boo, crew, or go solo. The event takes place at Crystal Reception Hall on Saturday, February 10. Champagne and Chandeliers begins at 8:00 p.m. There will be a Prom King and Queen and Best Dressed Couple. Tickets range from $50 to $120 with VIP starting at $750.

Children aged 10 and older can enjoy some game time at the Ben F. McDonald Public Library. The event is set to take place on February 19. Kids will learn a new game or play from video games, card games, chess or board game with new friends. There will also be virtual reality available for kids aged 13 and older. The event starts at 3:00 p.m.

Find seasonal vegetables, artisanal sourdough, and fresh-baked bread. Explore holistic health with natural soaps, microgreens, and herbs. Browse through an array of leather goods, artistic creations, jams, and jellies. Discover a community market where you can support local businesses without the hustle and bustle. The Alice Farmers Market is set to take place every second Saturday of the month through October 12. The event runs from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.

KadabraCon will hold a Pop-Up celebration at the Emerald Beach Hotel on Saturday, March 16. The event will include vendors, artists, food trucks and performances. There is also a celebrity guest appearance from Bam Magera. He will be signing and taking pictures with fans. The pop-up is set to begin at 10:00 a.m.

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