Events

Soar on over to the Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Center and join our experts, Ray Dillahunty and Leslie Hoesktra, for 'Birding on the Boardwalk' every Wednesday at 9:00 AM (1356 Ross Ave). This short but enriching walk along our boardwalk provides fantastic opportunities to observe the wonderful birds of the Gulf Coast. All experience levels are welcome, and if you don't have binoculars, worry not – we have loaner sets available. Discover the beauty of our avian residents with our knowledgeable guides. See you on the boardwalk!

Unwind from your workday with our Midweek Yoga Vinyasa Flow! Join us every Wednesday at 12:15 PM at Karen Decker Fitness (320 W Ave G) for a soothing yoga session for just $5 per class. All levels are welcome. See you on the mat!

Explore the vibrant Padre Island Market Days at 14030 Fortuna Bay Dr, where local artisans and vendors showcase their finest creations. Join us for an afternoon of shopping, entertainment, and community spirit every third Thursday from March until October from 4 to 8 PM.

• March 21
• April 18
• May 16
• June 20
• July 18
• August 15
• September 19
• October 17

Announcing the King of the Rip Fishing Tournament, June 1st to September 6th! This tournament is designed for serious bluewater enthusiasts. With a $500 entry fee, this is your chance to showcase your skills and compete for the title. Get your boat name on the big check and join the excitement of the King of the Rip Fishing Tournament.

Get ready for Port Aransas’ Red Snapper and Kingfish Tournaments from June 1st to August 19th for Red Snapper and June 1st to September 6th for Kingfish! Whether you’re on a party boat or a million-dollar sport fisher, anyone can win in these all-inclusive tournaments. With a small entry fee of $50 for each tournament, everyone is welcome to join the excitement. Enter one or both tournaments for a chance to win big – but you can’t win if you aren’t entered! Head to Fisherman’s Wharf and sign up today to get your name on a big check! Read more for tournament details.

Join us for Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville, a musical comedy filled with your favorite Jimmy Buffett classics! Presented by the Port Aransas Community Theatre, located at 2327 TX Hwy 361, the show runs on 7/14/2024, 7/28/2024, and 8/4/2024 at 2:30 PM. Tickets are $22 each. Enjoy hits like “Cheeseburger in Paradise,” “Margaritaville,” and “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere,” along with many more.

Join us for the hilarious comedy Males Order Brides presented by the Port Aransas Community Theatre, 2327 TX Hwy 361. The show will run from July 18-28, with evening shows at 7:30 PM and matinees at 2:30 PM. Tickets are $22 each. Don't miss this entertaining tale of love, deception, and unexpected twists!

Join us for an Acrylic Paint Class with Greta Watkins on July 29 from 10 AM to 1 PM at the Port Aransas Art Center, 104 N Alister St, Port Aransas, TX 78373. This class is geared for beginner to intermediate painters. For only $60, you will learn to use a limited palette and mix colors as needed while discussing different kinds of brushstrokes and mark-making techniques. Project: Beach Morning Glories Provided: 11 x 14 stretched canvas Supply List (provided by the student):

• Acrylic paint: titanium white, cadmium yellow medium, pyrrole red, phthalo blue (suggested brand: Liquitex Basics, or other Liquitex or Golden paints)
• Brushes: Flats 3/4”, 1/2”, 1/8”
• #2 pencil
• Painting apron (optional)

Join the Picture Frame Making Workshop at Farley Boat Works, 716 W Avenue C, from July 30 to August 2 from 9 AM to 12 PM. Participants will create their own custom picture frame. The workshop fee is $100, which includes all materials needed to build and decorate the project. Workshops are for all ages, but attendees under the age of 13 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to assist them in their project.

Join the Cutting Board Workshop at Farley Boat Works, 716 W Avenue C, from August 6–9 from 9 AM to 12 PM. Participants will make their customized cutting board from mahogany and oak. They can create different patterns and then shape their cutting board however they want. There is no limit to the shapes to choose from. Texas proud? Cut it in the shape of Texas. Love marine life? Make a dolphin. Participants will have a beautiful cutting board suitable for everyday use or special occasions. The workshop fee is $100, which includes all materials needed to build and decorate the project. Workshops are for all ages, but a parent or guardian must accompany attendees under the age of 13 to assist them in their project.

Embark on a fishing adventure with the Texas Legends Billfish Tournament for Blue Marlin, White Marlin, and Sailfish. Once registered, set yourself apart by departing from any Texas port, and then gather at Port Aransas for the weigh-in and awards. Dive into the tournament's unique approach using video to record your catch and discover the natural offshore wonders of this renowned fishing destination.