February 7
Lunar New Year Celebration
Welcome in the Year of the Horse with Texas State Museum of Asian Cultures’ Lunar New Year event. The celebration includes cultural performances such as a Lion Dance and traditional Kamishibai storytelling, interactive calligraphy and origami activities, local vendors and food trucks. 1809 N. Chaparral St.
February 13-15
CC Songwriters Festival
The CC Songwriters Festival is an immersive, three-day annual event that showcases original music. Audiences have the opportunity to connect with the unique voices of singer-songwriters from South Texas and beyond through live performances, workshops and interactive events. A full schedule, event locations and additional information can be found on the festival’s website.
February 14
Winter Kite Festival
Fly It Port A Kite Shop is hosting its annual Winter Kite Festival for a special Valentine’s Day treat. While it’s set up between Port A Beach markers 1 and 20, attendees can marvel at the many kites in the sky or fly their own. Port Aransas Beach
Through February 21
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Musical
Harbor Playhouse presents: Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Musical, on stage through February 21. Jeff Kinney’s iconic character takes center stage in this hilarious and heartwarming musical exploring Greg’s cartoon diary. Showtimes include Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., and Sundays at 2:30 p.m. 1802 N. Chaparral St.
February 28
Barefoot Mardi Gras Parade
Join in on a beloved Coastal Bend tradition and attend the 2026 Barefoot Mardi Gras Parade. Hosted by the Padre Island Business Association, this annual event celebrates Madri Gras the Island way, with a fun-filled parade along the beach. Visit the event’s Facebook page for the parade route, which begins at Briscoe King Pavilion, and updates. 15820 Park Road 22
February 28
HALO-Flight Casino Night
Support HALO-Flight’s mission and attend its annual Casino Night at the Richard Borchard Fairgrounds. With a Great Gatsby theme, the evening includes a cocktail reception, dinner, a special presentation, a silent auction and casino games such as craps, roulette, blackjack and various poker favorites.
