Coastal Bend Weekend: Your Guide to Fun Activities for the last weekend of January
Jan 24, 2025
The final weekend of January is shaping up to be packed with exciting events, and weve got the scoop on all the activities you wont want to miss. Whether you're into food, culture, theater, or fitness, theres something for everyone in the Coastal Bend. Spring Festival at V-MartIf you're ready to shake off the winter blues, head over to V-Mart on Corpus Christis Southside! Theyre kicking off their Spring Festival this weekend with a vibrant celebration of Asian-American culture. From today until Sunday, enjoy delicious Asian cuisine, live music, dancing, and exciting activities. Saturday brings a street market with an eclectic mix of vendors, so you can shop till you drop! Lunar New Year at the Texas Museum of Asian CulturesThe Year of the Snake is here, and the Texas Museum of Asian Cultures is celebrating with a party on Saturday, January 26, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Immerse yourself in rich cultural traditions, try your hand at calligraphy, origami, and other Asian arts, and be sure to visit the food trucks and vendors for some tasty bites! It's a great way to learn, explore, and celebrate the Lunar New Year. Shakespeare Meets the Wild West at Harbor PlayhouseFor all you theater lovers, youre in for a treat! The Harbor Playhouse is celebrating 100 years in the Coastal Bend by kicking off its season with a unique twist on Shakespeare. Shakespeare Goes to Gravel Gulch blends classic Shakespeare with Wild West humor, making for a one-of-a-kind performance. You can catch the show every weekend until February 9, so grab your tickets and prepare for a fun night out! Hearts and Minds 5KIf youre looking to get moving this weekend, join the Corpus Christi Education Foundations 8th Annual Hearts and Minds 5K on Saturday, January 26, at Texas A&M Corpus Christi. Over 1,500 CCISD students, teachers, and staff will be participating, and you can join in too! The run starts at 8 a.m., and all proceeds go toward supporting CCISD students and educators. Its a great way to stay active while supporting a good cause!Pet Lovers, This Ones for You: Tractor Supplys Pet Treat Tasting in Robstown! Calling all pet parents! If youre looking for a fun way to treat your furry friend this weekend, Tractor Supply in Robstown has you covered. On Saturday, January 25, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., theyre hosting a Pet Treat Tasting Event, where your pet can sample a variety of delicious treats available at the store. Theyll be showcasing their exclusive 4health brand and a wide range of other high-quality pet food and treat options. Whether your pet loves chews, biscuits, or something else, theres sure to be something theyll enjoy! But thats not alltheres also a pet adoption event happening alongside the tasting! The Gulf Coast Humane Society will be on-site from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. with some adorable pets looking for a new home. The event is free and open to the public, so bring your pets, your friends, and anyone who loves animals. It's a great opportunity to check out all the pet supplies Tractor Supply has to offer, from toys and crates to training tools and health supplements. Location: 2917 IH 69 Access Rd, Robstown. For more info, call 361-767-3576.Theres no shortage of fun happening this weekend! Whether you're celebrating new traditions, getting into the theater scene, or taking on a fitness challenge, the Coastal Bend has it all. So, what are you waiting for? Get out there and enjoy the weekend! For more events, check out our friends at Visit Corpus Christi here.