Corpus Christi Texas Entertainment & Events

Special Events

• AmericanBank Center
  1901 North Shoreline Boulevard • Corpus Christi, TX 78401
  361-826-4100
  The premier sports, entertainment, and convention facility in Corpus Christi, this center consists of an arena, a convention center, and the Selena auditorium and is the host for events such as conventions and meetings, music and dance shows, professional hockey, Broadway touring shows, and Islander Basketball. more...

Cinema

• Cinemark Tinseltown Movies 16
  5218 Silverberry • Corpus Christi, TX 78417
  361-814-3100
  A 14 screen movie theater that shows first-run Hollywood movies and critically acclaimed films plus offers a large concession stand. more...

• Cinemark Dollar Cinemas
  5858 South Padre Island Drive • Corpus Christi, TX 78412
  512-993-6965
  First run Hollywood movies and critically acclaimed films are shown at this cinema that also features comfortable seating and a large concession stand. more...

Concerts & Performances

• Cathedral Concert Series
  505 North Upper Broadway • Corpus Christi, TX 78401
  361-888-7444
  This series usually includes about four concerts by choral and musical groups at the cathedral and one or two special benefit performances of plays or major musical organizations at other locations including the Selena Auditorium. The series last from October to March. more...

• Corpus Christi Symphony
  555 N. Carancahua St. Tower II, Suite 410 • Corpus Christi, TX 78478
  361-882-2717
  A wonderful array of internationally acclaimed artists join this symphony each season from October through April to perform world class music. The symphony performs six subscription concerts and one non-subscription concert during the season, as well as run-out concerts and educational activities. more...

• Corpus Christi Ballet
  1621 North Mesquite • Corpus Christi, TX 78401
  361-882-4588
  Dedicated to providing outstanding professional ballet productions for the South Texas community, this nonprofit organization presents educating and entertaining productions which enthrall and thrill audiences in South Texas. more...

• Corpus Christi Concert Ballet
  3446 South Alameda Street • Corpus Christi, TX 78411
  361-854-7969
  This regional ballet company provides a season of diverse classical and contemporary ballet, as well as innovative dance performances, for the Coastal Bend of Texas. Their season includes six performances of The Nutcracker, complete with regional dancers and nationally-acclaimed guest artists. more...

• Concrete Street Ampitheater
  800 Power Street • Corpus Christi, TX 78401
  361-884-8085
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Plays & Productions

• Harbor Playhouse
  One Bayfront Park • Corpus Christi, TX 78401
  361-882-5500
  The oldest continually performing community theater in Texas, this theater traces its history back to 1925 and presents a variety of productions, including melodramas and musicals, during their season. more...

Festivals & Fairs

• Harbor Lights Festival & Boat Parade
  Located at the Corpus Christi Marina
  361-985-1555
  This holiday event includes a children's parade, children's activities, an illuminated boat parade, a laser light show, live entertainment, fireworks, a gingerbread and holiday tree village, and the ceremonial lighting of the 75 foot tree of lights. more...

Sporting Events

• Corpus Christi Motor Speedway
  241 Flato Road • Corpus Christi, TX 78403
  361-289-8847
  Opened in 1945, this is the oldest racing speedway in Texas and races are held every Saturday from March through October on the quarter mile, high banked, oval and asphalt stock car track.

• Corpus Christi Greyhound Race Track
  5302 Leopard Street • Corpus Christi, TX 78401
  361-289-9333
  Enjoy year round greyhound racing at this venue that features a 450 race program, matinee and evening programs, a luxurious clubhouse, a grandstand area with a variety of seating, a food court, and pari-mutual wagering. more...

• Wednesday Night Sailboat Races
  Located at Peoples Street T-Head
  361-882-7333
  A long running, popular recreational regatta that features sailboats divided into four fleets with each fleet having its own start and finish. Races are held 52 weeks a year, weather permitting, and are scheduled at 5:30 p.m. during Daylight Savings Time and 6:00 p.m. the remainder of the year.