Things to Do in Corpus Christi this Weekend

Things to Do in Corpus Christi this Weekend: March 15-17

From Spring Break at the Botanical Gardens and a mural unveiling at La Palmera Mural to a theatre performance of Oklahoma! There are plenty of things to do this weekend with the whole family.

Woman holding a parrots | Photo provided by South Texas Botanical Gardens & Nature Center

Photo provided by South Texas Botanical Gardens & Nature Center

From Spring Break activities at the South Texas Botanical Gardens and a theatre performance of Oklahoma! to a K Space mural unveiling at La Palmera, there are plenty of things to do this weekend with the whole family. 

Spring Break at the Botanical Gardens| March 15-17 

Visit the South Texas Botanical Gardens & Nature Center from 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. for a weekend filled with reptiles, butterflies and parrot viewing. Families may walk along the wetland boardwalk and check out the Wildlife in Focus award-winning photography. Parking is free and tickets can be purchased here

La Palmera Mural Reveal | March 16 

Enjoy the unveiling of a vibrant, celestial mural at La Palmera Mall from 10-11 a.m. created by the K Space Outreach Senior Art Program. This 150-foot-long mural was designed by Monica Marie Garcia and Mayra Zamora. In addition to the unveiling, there will be live music and snacks.

Oklahoma! Harbor Playhouse | March 15 

Travel back to the turn of the 20th century for Harbor Playhouse’s production of Oklahoma! The show follows an animated rivalry between cowboys and local farmers hinging on the fate of cowboy Curly and farm girl Laurey. Grab tickets for the family to the opening show on Friday at 7:30 p.m. 

Street Food Weekend | March 16  

Delight in local bites at the Street Food Weekend, where you’ll find tasty dishes from noon to 10 p.m. in the American Bank Center parking lot. The event features thirty food trucks, a petting zoo, horse rides and crafts. The event is free to enter and open to the public.

Backyard Adventures | March 14 – 16

The Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History is closing out its week-long Spring Break programming this weekend with educational and exciting activities. The Backyard Adventures programming focuses on the myriad of wonders that can be found in our backyard. Visitors can expect engaging activities, including special guest appearances, discovery carts, captivating science shows and interactive experiences with Museum Live. 

Easter Egg Hunt Extravaganza | March 17 

Hop over to the Boys & Girls Club of the Coastal Bend Area for an Easter Egg Hunt Extravaganza this Sunday from 12-2 p.m. Ages 12 and under may participate in the egg hunt and Easter basket giveaways. 

Kid’s Easter Build-A-Bunny Workshop | March 17 

Spend your Sunday afternoon at Bub + Beck by Madison Taylor for the Build-A-Bunny Workshop. Tickets include a pet carrier, friendship bracelet making, stuffing and an unstuffed bunny for kids to craft. Parents may indulge in complimentary mimosas and shop around the store with a 10% off discount. 

Fashion Show For Clean Water | March 17

Join the Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Corpus Christi for its Catwalker for Water hair and makeup fashion show happening at 6 p.m. this Sunday. Tickets are available for presale on location or by calling (361) 992-500. 

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