Things to Do in Corpus Christi this Weekend: Apr. 18-20

Things to Do in Corpus Christi this Weekend: Apr. 18 – 20

Easter celebrations, cooking classes and more—here's what's on this weekend's agenda. 

child with Easter egg basket

Celebrate Easter with brunch, egg hunts and more! | Photo provided

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. 

bird watching at the Blucher Bird Walks
 Photo by Rachel Benavides

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. 

crawfish from Brewster Street Icehouse
All-you-can-eat crawfish is available every Sunday! | Photo via Brewster Street Icehouse

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. 

drinks at Gallery 41
Enjoy Easter brunch by the water. | Photo provided by Gallery 41

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.

Looking for more things to do in the Corpus Christi area? Visit our community events calendar to see what’s coming up or submit your own event listing!