Are you looking for things to do in Corpus Christi this weekend? From Easter celebrations to cooking classes, there are plenty of ways to spend time with the whole family!
April 18
Islanders Softball Games
Watch the Islanders play Stephen F. Austin twice this Friday at noon and 2 p.m. at Chapman Field. Ticket prices vary.
April 18
Preschool Picassos: Cotton Ball Bunny Painting
Take your 2 to 5-year-old to the Art Museum of South Texas for cotton ball bunny painting from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Before painting, the class will read the story Knuffle Bunny by Mo Willems. This event costs $10 for members and $15 for non-members. Pre-registration is required as limited space is available.
April 18 and 19
Murder on the Orient Express
Aurora Arts Theatre will continue its production of Murder on the Orient Express on Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Murder on the Orient Express follows detective Hercule Poirot as he investigates a murder after a high-profile Orient Express passenger is stabbed to death. The show will run through Apr. 27, and tickets are available here.
April 19
Cooking Class at Texas Maritime Museum
Want to learn how to cook beef tips in wine over fried egg noodles and fresh bread with compound butter? Join the gourmet cooking class at Texas Maritime Museum, led by a chef, from 5-7 p.m. Tickets are $60 per person.
April 19
Blucher Park Bird Walks
Visit Blucher Park to watch spring migrant birds travel through Corpus Christi from 8-10 a.m. on Saturday. This free event is beginner-friendly, and bringing binoculars is recommended. If you can’t make it this weekend, plan to attend another Saturday or Sunday in April.
April 19
Easter Festival at Island Market Days
Attend the Easter Festival at Island Presbyterian Church from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday. This family-friendly day will feature handcrafted goods, artisan foods, boutique items and unique Easter gifts.
April 19
San Antonio Transit – Playing Chicago’s Greatest Hits
Catch San Antonio Transit at Harbor Playhouse on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Tickets range from $25 to $30 to hear hits like “Saturday in the Park,” “25 or 6 to 4” and “Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is.”
April 19
Two-Year Anniversary #PARTY | The Annex
Celebrate The Annex’s second anniversary this Saturday starting at 2 p.m. A parking lot pop-up with Streat Corner Kitchen will kick off the event, followed by Mimi’s Mini Farm Petting Zoo & Miss Strawberry Face Painting until 5 p.m., “King of The Annex” Beer Pong Tournament at 6 p.m. and DJ Ero-Soul at 10 p.m.
April 20
All-You-Can-Eat Crawfish Party
Go to Brewster Street Icehouse – Downtown every Sunday this crawfish season for all-you-can-eat crawfish from noon to 4 p.m. or until they are sold out. Entry is $34.99 per person, and there will be $3 mimosas and bloody marys, live music by Aaron Jacob, face painting and a playground for the kiddos.
April 20
Easter Eggstravaganza
Looking for an event on Easter? The Easter Eggstravaganza is for you! Enjoy food from local food trucks, a 15,000 egg hunt, games, prizes and more at Heritage Park at 4 p.m.
April 20
Easter Sunday Brunch
Celebrate Easter by the water at Gallery 41 from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Sunday. This special brunch will include waterfront views, a brunch menu with spring-inspired Easter features, signature Bloody Marys and mimosas and an atmosphere for all ages. Reservations are highly recommended.
April 19 and 20
Togei (Japanese Ceramics Making)
From 5-6 p.m. on Saturday or 4-5 p.m. on Sunday, both beginners and ceramics-making connoisseurs can learn about the art of togei. Attendees will learn fundamental shaping and molding techniques in this workshop at the Texas State Museum of Asian Cultures.
