Port Aransas: Texas - Island Style
Calendar of Events 2009
February 2009
February 26 - March 1, 2009
13th Annual Celebration of Whooping Cranes & Other Birds
Annual festival celebrating the endangered Whooping Cranes that winter in our area. Birding tours by boat and bus, renowned speakers, exhibits, nature related trade show, art and photography workshops plus more. For more information, call the Port Aransas Chamber of Commerce at 800-45-COAST or www.portaransas.org.
March 2009
Spring Break
The second full week in March is traditionally the busiest during the month of March
April 2009
April through October 2009
Sunset Sounds
Musical performances by local artists held the second Friday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Free and open to the public at Robert's Point Park. For more information, call the Port Aransas Parks & Recreation, 361-749-4158 or visit www.portaransas.org.
April 17-19, 2009
Texas Sandfest
The largest Master's Sand Sculpting Competition in the United States. For more Texas Sandfest information log on to www.texassandfest.com. For accommodations log on to www.portaransas.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring.
April 25, 2009
Adopt A Beach Cleanup
Statewide event held twice a year, in the spring and fall. Participants gather and document debris from area beaches. For more information, call 800-45-COAST or log on to www.portaransas.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring.
May 2009
May 16-18, 2009
Songwriter's Showcase/Artfest
A fine array of Arts & Crafts for sale on Saturday and Sunday. Monday is the Annual Songwriter's Showcase at 7pm on the grounds of the historic Tarpon Inn. Bring a lawn chair/blanket/cooler & listen to some wonderful original music under the stars. For more information, call 1-800-45-COAST or log on to www.portaransas.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring.
Spring through Fall
Fishing tournaments almost every weekend
There's sure to be one that will attract you to Port A…more information at www.portaransas.org/fish_boat.html. For accommodations log on to www.portaransas.org or call 800-45-COAST. Please mention this listing when inquiring.
July 2009
July 4, 2009
Annual Fireworks display starts at dusk at Roberts Point Park.
July 9-12 2009
74th Annual Deep Sea Roundup
Oldest fishing tournament on the Gulf Coast. This tournament features activities for the entire family. Categories consist of Bay/Surf division, Offshore division and Piggy Perch contest for the children. For more information, visit the Port Aransas Boatmen's Association website: www.paboatmen.org. For accommodations log on to www.portaransas.org or call 800-45-COAST. Please mention this listing when inquiring.
October 2009
October 1-4, 2009
Harvest Moon Regatta
Sailboat race originating in Kemah and ending in Port Aransas. For more information, call Lakewood Yacht Club, 281-474-2511.
December 2009
December 5, 2009
Carolers Afloat, Boat Lighting Parade
Enjoy caroling aboard boats cruising in the city harbor and boat lighting parade. For more information, call Port Aransas Chamber of Commerce, 1-800-45-COAST or visit www.portaransas.org.
* Dates, times & locations may change. Please call ahead of time to verify.
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