Good morning, Corpus Christi.

Coastal Bend locals gathered at Cole Park Pier wearing purple to support lupus patients and honor loved ones; organizers noted a shortage of specialists + participants shared personal reasons for joining.

The annual TAMUK Hoggiethon event in Kingsville raised over $10,000 for Driscoll Children's Hospital, featuring dancing + games that brought children and families together.

Donations remain available until the end of the month as champion Cayden Montatez helps spread the word.

Since May 1 of last year, 165 motorcycle crashes have been reported along the Coastal Bend, and the Gonzalez family started the Ghost Helmet Project after their son died in a 2023 crash to honor lost riders (the project reminds riders to stay safe).

Corpus Christi Hooters, located at 4551 S Padre Island Dr. (which reopened in 2024 after a fire), closed permanently on April 12 as its parent company navigates Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

The Buc Days Children's Parade will move to Portland on Saturday, April 18, starting at Gregory-Portland Middle School at 10 a.m. and ending at the new venue on 5th and Elm Street (free activities follow with marching bands, floats and pirate-themed costumes).

At Robstown Early College High School, students hosted the El Cotton Picker Mariachi Festival on Saturday, April 11, which brought over 50 mariachi groups from Texas together to celebrate tradition and community pride.

Texas SandFest, the nation’s largest native sand sculpture competition, will open Friday at 9 a.m. in Port Aransas and run through the weekend.

International artists, including Ilya Filimontsev from Russia, will sculpt patriotic art to celebrate 250 years of the United States (featuring vendors and live music).

Texas SandFest is set to take place in Port Aransas starting Friday at 9 a.m. and continuing through the weekend, featuring international sculptors (like Russian Ilya Filimontsev, trained in Moscow) who will craft sand art celebrating 250 years of America along with live music, vendors, and a flag-raising ceremony.

Corpus Christi ISD trustee Marty Bell said on April 13 he voted on contracts including Allison Flooring (a business tied to his family) and will resign from his officer and committee roles while remaining on the board to align with ethical rules.

Dr. Kenna Archer will speak on Corpus Christi's 200-year water history amid drought concerns and past development challenges.

Her presentation, When the Well Goes Dry, is scheduled for 6 p.m. April 16 at TAMU-CC University Center (Legacy Hall).

Texas Land Commissioner Buckingham urges volunteers to join the 2026 Adopt-A-Beach Spring Coastwide Cleanup on Saturday, April 18 at 21 coastal sites from Sea Rim State Park to Boca Chica.

Volunteers can register online or simply show up to help preserve our beaches + local coastal communities.

Driscoll Children's Hospital is hosting its annual Glowchella prom today to give young patients a chance to dance and step away from treatments.

The event lets children be kids + enjoy a joyful evening at the hospital.

Pecos & The Rooftops Live Concert

7 p.m. — Brewster Street Icehouse - Downtown — Cost varies — Experience the heavy blend of country and classic rock by Pecos & The Rooftops.

Corpus Christi Ballet - The Little Mermaid

1-10:30 p.m. — Selena Auditorium — $26-$46 — Experience a magical world under the sea with the premiere of The Little Mermaid, featuring original choreography and special effects.

McNeese State Cowboys vs Texas A&M Corpus Christi Islanders Baseball

2-5 p.m. — Chapman Field — Free entry — Catch the exciting college baseball rivalry between the Cowboys and Islanders.

Live Music: Ballyhoo! & Bumpin Uglies

6-9 p.m. — House of Rock — Ticket details TBA — Experience an evening of vibrant music from Ballyhoo! and Bumpin Uglies.

Las Donas De La Corte

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Hilliard Center — Tickets available — Enjoy a live performance from Las Donas De La Corte in Corpus Christi.

IndiGlow Live Performance

9 PM – 12 AM — Rockit's Whiskey Bar & Saloon — Check venue for cover — Indiglow ignites the stage with a lively mix of favorite hits and fresh sounds that keep the dance floor buzzing.

Stomp Into Fitness 5K & 1K Dino Dash

7:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. — West Guth Park — Registration fee applies — Get ready for a roaring good time in this fun-filled fitness event featuring a dino-themed dash.

Atreyu Concert

6-9 p.m. — House of Rock — Tickets required — Experience the influential heavy music of Atreyu that has inspired a generation of musicians.

Wade Forster Live Performance

9 PM - 12 AM — Brewster Street Icehouse - Downtown — Check for ticket prices — Experience authentic country music straight from the Queensland outback with Wade Forster.

Easton Corbin Live in Concert

8 PM - 12 AM — Brewster Street Icehouse — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of country music with the talented Easton Corbin.